Localization Manager

A24•Los Angeles, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

A24 is hiring a Localization Manager to work cross functionally across the post production team to help create, source, archive localization assets (including feature subtitles, dubs, localization) for domestic and international releases. This role is based in our Los Angeles office.

Requirements

6+ years experience in localization oversight
Fluent Spanish preferred
secondary language fluency in French, Mandarin, German, or Italian a plus
Strong global network of localization vendors
Ability to manage multiple projects and workflows simultaneously
Organizational and project management skills
Critical thinking and problem solving around tight deadlines, novel situations, and unconventional workflows
Experience with combined continuity and spotting list quality control
Experience with theatrical subtitle/dubbing mastering preferred
Strong familiarity with Music and Effects dubbing requirements
Intimate knowledge of language QC
Strong eye for creative intent in localization
Familiarity with dubbing/legal restrictions a plus

Responsibilities

Create English accessibility assets for US Theatrical release and for any US festival needs (English captions, Audio Description)
Process includes coordinating orders with vendors, and QC of final materials
Create LAS subtitled DCP for US Theatrical Release
Source existing LAS subs for international distributors, or originating subtitles
Wrap DCP for US release package
QC / check for language accuracy, clashing of existing English subs, etc.
Assist with localization for A24 International Direct Releases
Manage subtitle/dub timelines for A24 International direct releases
Help QC/watchdown of A24 theatrical direct release localized DCPs
Help create downstream home ent entertainment files
Coordinate creation of localized trailer materials for A24 direct releases
Create and QC of English home entertainment accessibility files (SDH subs, Audio description nearfield mix) / Source and conform existing LAS dub material to US longplay home entertainment masters for Pay 1 (HBO) output agreement
Create LAS home entertainment dub when unable to source from existing distribution deals
Assist International Servicing team with Localization needs
Take delivery and archive existing subtitle and dub assets from international distributors following their in-territory releases
Create subtitles not sourceable from distributors for any International company needs including Specialty/PR Screenings, pre-sales releases, etc
Assist with subtitle origination and DCP creation for any major A24 International Festival premieres (Berlin, Cannes, Venice)
Manage language delivery needs to Airlines partners or authorize creation of materials when subs/dubs are not available
Create Film Localization Guides for International distributors that advise on any creative intent in localization
Create localization assets required for any International PayTV library license deals
Assist Sales/PR with special translation projects i.e. translating presentation materials for foreign sales markets/conventions
Awards Season Localization - Coordinate with Awards PR team on any domestic/international subtitling needs for submissions and voter screenings
Vetting localization deliverables from production including spotting/dialogue lists, CCSLs, and Narrative Title Lists
Provide M&E Guidance for dubbing needs on films in delivery
Coordinate creation of preliminary CCSL materials as needed on title by title basis. QC for accuracy.
Create captions for International Sales Promo/trailer pieces
Stay ahead of advancements in localization technology and provide strategic recommendations on tools that enhance team capabilities and workflows