Freelance Subtitling Linguist for Urdu-to-English
Pixelogic Media
Freelance Subtitling Linguist for Urdu-to-English at Pixelogic Media is a contract role based in Remote · United Kingdom (remote). It was published on 10 September 2026 and was open at last check.
| Role | Freelance Subtitling Linguist for Urdu-to-English |
|---|---|
| Company | Pixelogic Media |
| Location | Remote · United Kingdom (remote) |
| Employment type | Contract |
| Published | 10 September 2026 |
| Status | Open at last check |
About the company
Pixelogic Media Partners, LLC, a subsidiary of the IMAGICA GROUP, is a global provider of content localization and distribution services for the media and entertainment industry. Built on advanced next generation workflows and operations in Burbank, Culver City, London, Cairo and Cape Town, Pixelogic services the industry’s leading content owners including the major Hollywood studios, broadcasters and digital platforms.
Pixelogic Media provides technology solutions to the entertainment industry. We are responsible for helping Hollywood Studios and content owners to get their content to global audiences by providing all language services including scripting, subtitling, access services and dubbing. Our products and services span the digital spectrum, from enhanced extras packages promoting digital purchase to physical disc authoring.
Our clients include major Hollywood studios and dozens of independent studios. To date, we’ve delivered thousands of titles to iTunes, Google, Netflix, Amazon, and others. We’ve created a large percentage of iTunes Extras titles available on the App Store, developed the specification of and delivered the first Cross-Platform Extras titles, authored more than eight-thousand DVDs, two-thousand Blu-rays, as well as award-winning tablet and mobile apps.
About the role
Due to increased demand for localized content, Pixelogic is looking for experienced freelance Urdu-to-English subtitling linguists to establish a professional, high-performing collaboration as part of our language services department with the end goal of servicing our clients’ end-to-end projects.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, possess a flexible attitude, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. In addition, they must be able to work as part of a team that deals with changing priorities and workloads.
Due to the sensitive nature of the delivery schedule, time flexibility is of paramount importance.
Requirements
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all aspects of subtitle file creation, depending on assignment, whether Conforming, Translating or Proofreading/QC’ing of subtitle files using Pixelogic and/or client's proprietary cloud based subtitling software
- Leverage in-house glossary tool for consistency across products as well as follow client style guide specifications
- Handle rejections/make corrections in files
- Remain current with industry trends, and adapt to evolving client requirements
- Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive content.
Requirements:
- Native or near-native English proficiency
- Advanced or native proficiency in Urdu
- Minimum of 2 years of professional Urdu-to-English subtitling translation and/or proofreading/QC experience
- Professional experience with film, television, streaming, or other audiovisual content
- Excellent English writing skills, with strong attention to accuracy, grammar, punctuation, tone, and natural phrasing
- Ability to accurately understand and translate Urdu-language audiovisual content into natural English subtitles
- Ability to follow client-specific style guides and technical specifications
- Demonstrated ability to work to tight deadlines and accommodate short turnaround times
- Ability to work with cloud-based subtitling tools and platforms
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