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Amazon · 8 hours ago

Language Producer, English, Originals Localization

Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and media, and they are seeking a Language Producer for English localization of their Originals content. The role involves overseeing the quality of dubbing and subtitling, driving process improvements, and managing relationships with creative talent and dubbing studios.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)DeliveryE-CommerceFoundational AIRetail
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Responsibilities

Research market trends/developments to support expansion and maturation of the Premium English Dubbing Program
Drive iterative workflow and process improvements to raise the creative bar and support scalable solutions for all in-territory content
Discuss English dubbing and subtitling both high level and granularly; maintain metrics for talent/vendors and provide escalations for internal/external resources
Monitor the performance of Creative Supervisors, responsible for creative quality and title-by-title localization of Amazon MGM Studios content
Build and maintain relationships with dubbing studios & their associated creative teams to understand potential and available opportunities for programmatic improvements supporting talent development and cultivation
Connect English language localization, the creative community, and Amazon MGM Studios' operational direction
Maintain talent databases, enforce contractual standards, analyze creative issues, monitor industry trends, and explore technological innovations while ensuring operational requirements in post-production and distribution are met

Qualification

Localization experienceConnections in dubbing marketsQuality metrics analysisEnglish dubbing expertiseProcess improvement strategiesAudience localization knowledgePost-production workflowMachine learning explorationAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

English as primary language (written and spoken)
6+ years experience in Localization as dubbing director/supervisor, translator/adaptor; or equivalent experience working in global studio or post-production environment
Deep expertise in English language dubbing across various accents
Strong connections in major English language dubbing markets (LA, London). Work experience with in-territory English language dubbing community (actors, directors, dubbing studios). Awareness and knowledge of wider international & in-territory English language dubbing community
Proven ability to analyze quality metrics, implement process improvements
6+ years experience in formulation & evaluation of new strategies & programs to streamline and simplify systems & methodologies. Ability to translate high-level vision into actionable plans with clear measurable goals
6+ years experience directing freelance workers, also growing and developing creative teams
Familiarity with local audience localization preferences, customs, requirements & regulations
Direct experience working with global teams internationally via distributed workforce
Direct experience utilizing 3P post vendors & technical/workflow mechanisms from the beginning to end of episodic or feature content life cycles globally
Operational workflow awareness for domestic post-production. Comprehensive understanding of links between post-production & international delivery of day & date content
Understanding of & curiosity to explore machine learning or AI technologies to augment in-person work options

Preferred

Detail oriented with excellent and proactive organizational skills
Advanced written and oral communication skills
Professional working knowledge and established relationships with local dubbing studios, translators, adaptors, directors, creative talent, and unions
Understanding of story structure and character development as it relates to their local language customer
Competency of a wide array of media asset types and digital transport mechanisms
Exceptional analytical skills to ensure projects meet established quality standards and customer expectations within budgetary and approved rate constraints
Operational workflow awareness and understanding of links between post-production and international distribution

Benefits

Equity
Sign-on payments
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Company

Amazon is a tech firm with a focus on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.

H1B Sponsorship

Amazon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.11B
Key Investors
AmazonKleiner Perkins
2023-01-03Post Ipo Debt· $8B
2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO

Leadership Team

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Douglas J. Herrington
CEO, Worldwide Amazon Stores
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Werner Vogels
VP & CTO
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