Dubbing Director

Experience with Dubbing and Audio Visual technology a must

Directing

• Working with script translators and direct voice artist
• Working with Sound Editor to final mix and put sound effects on the final product
• Build and maintain strong, exceptional relationships with all department heads to make sound decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of cutting edge dubbing operational systems and processes that provide visibility into day-to-day performance of the operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Develop and monitor goals, progress, and obstacles for our key dubbing initiatives.
• Uphold organization and industry specific policies and standards, ensuring legislative regulations are followed.
• Lead teams with integrity and establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment.

Recording

• Set up, maintain and regularly inspect sound equipment
• Collaborate with a Voice over artists
• Synchronize video and audio tracks
• Record, edit and mix audio tracks
• Test and improve sound quality
• Add sound effects to recordings
• Create and update sound libraries
• Resolve technical problems when they occur
• Stay up to date with latest trends and best practices
• Back up all the projects to the Dubbing drive on a daily basis

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree/Diploma in TV Production or Media Studies
• Fluency in both English and Zulu an advantage
• Minimum 3-5 years prior experience in Directing localization and/or creative workflows within the entertainment industry; background in dubbing creation and a passion for languages and translation quality.
• 2-3 experience in audio-visual technology, knowledge of audio formats, best practices and maintenance
• Deep understanding of differences and nuances between subtitle and dub translation
• Highly analytical and able to get to the root cause of a problem; able to creatively figure out a solution or propose changes to existing workflows as required
• Adaptability and resilience to quick changes in priorities, technology, tools, and workflows
• Attention to detail; organization, problem-solving, analytical and multitasking skills
• Creativity and the passion to challenge current industry standards
• Familiarity with the current trends in the local entertainment

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