The song repeats “blue, blue, blue” faster than anyone can read. You time the line so a parent can sing along and a deaf viewer can follow.
Tatako is booking Subtitlers and Captioners for each family language. You write subtitles and captions for episodes, songs and shorts, with timing that respects reading speed and captions that describe sound for viewers who cannot hear it. You work with the Localization and Dubbing Producer and the Video Editor.
About Tatako
Tatako is a first-words app for parents raising a child with two languages. Parent and child do each lesson together: it takes about five minutes, there is nothing to read, and a small round octopus keeps them both company. He has eight arms, no socks, and usually loses count at seven.
The language of home stays the language of home. Tatako adds a second one on top, at a child’s pace, from the very first words. A guide voice tells the parent what to do next and can be switched off at any time. The parent leads the child through three small steps: Hear it, say it. Touch it. Name it. In the last step the picture comes back without the word, and the child names it first.
We started with English: first words and phrases, from “hello” and “mommy” to colors, animals and what the teacher says in class. Your child learns English, and the prompts, the menus and every step of guidance are in your family’s own language. Tatako works on the web, on Apple and on Android.
The role
- Remote project work, open to candidates anywhere in the world
- Native in the language you subtitle, with fluent English
- An agreement signed before you start: your work is made for Tatako, Inc. and its rights go to the company in writing
By the end of your first project, a set of episodes and songs has subtitles in your language, the timing passes review, and the captions describe every sound that matters.
What you will do
- Subtitle episodes, songs and shorts from English into your native language.
- Write captions for viewers who cannot hear: speech, music and the sounds that carry the story.
- Time subtitles to reading speed, shot changes and the rhythm of the songs.
- Translate song lyrics so they read naturally and still match the music.
- Follow the style guide for your language and the caption rules of each channel.
- Deliver files in SRT, VTT or the format each platform needs, checked in context.
- Review other subtitlers’ work when the producer asks, and flag timing or wording problems early, with examples.
What you bring
- 3+ years as a subtitler or captioner for television, streaming or online video.
- Native fluency in your language, with fluent English for every brief and script.
- Skill with Subtitle Edit, Aegisub, EZTitles or Ooona.
- Knowledge of captioning standards for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- A good ear for song lyrics and rhythm.
- Reliable delivery and careful self-checks.
Bonus points
- You have subtitled programs made for kids.
- You have translated songs and kept them singable.
Why you will love it
- Episodes and songs every family can follow, with sound or without it.
- Clear style guides and a producer who reviews quickly.
- Flexible bookings that fit your own calendar.
How to apply
Meet the octopus at tatako.com, then email join@tatako.com with your LinkedIn profile or portfolio. Make sure it shows subtitles or captions you delivered for video.
If your experience matches the role, our team will get in touch to discuss next steps.