Video translation and subtitling

Help translate and subtitle video reports from Arabic to English

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Overview

Help translate and subtitle video reports from Arabic to English

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  • Candidates should be native in Arabic.
  • Candidates should be fluent in English.
  • Previous video translation experience is considered an asset.

Contract

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We are currently in need of an Online Volunteer to support us in translating 2 video reports from Arabic to English. These reports will be published on UNDP's Salam wa Kalam Digital Media Platform, focusing on the themes of local development and peacebuilding.

We are seeking 1 Online Volunteer to support us by translating 2 videos reports (subtitles) from Arabic to English to be published on UNDP's Salam wa Kalam digital media platform. To this end the Online Volunteers are asked: - To translate two videos, (Video 1: duration 2min10sec, Video 2: Duration: 3 min) from Arabic to English - Ensure the translation/Subtitles are concise, in line with our communications guidelines, and fits the audience

The selected Online Volunteer will be provided with the videos in the original language and will receive guidance on the target audience and our communications guidelines as well as other guidance as needed.

The Online Volunteers will have the opportunity to build connections with the media and communication team at UNDP Lebanon and learn about the ways in which the translated product contributes to objective the translated product contributes to local development and Peacebuilding.

Candidates should be native in Arabic and fluent in English. Previous Video translation experience is considered an asset.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your previous experience with video translation or subtitling? We're interested in understanding your relevant skills and experiences related to video translation. Provide specific examples from past projects, emphasizing your role and the impact of your work.
How do you ensure accuracy and clarity in your translations? This question assesses your translation methodology and attention to detail. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced while translating from Arabic to English, and how did you overcome them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: unv.org