Lead Staff Writer - English Audio Description

2 Months ago • All levels • Miscellaneous

Job Summary

Job Description

Descriptive Video Works seeks a full-time Lead Staff Writer to lead and mentor a team of writers producing audio description scripts. Responsibilities include creating high-quality scripts using authoring platforms, adhering to style guides and client guidelines, performing quality checks (QC), managing project timelines, collaborating with project managers, mentoring junior writers, and contributing to team meetings and company initiatives. The role requires proficiency in audio description, excellent communication, and attention to detail. The successful candidate will also participate in training material updates and contribute to company initiatives, such as attending industry events and presenting at panel discussions.
Must have:
  • Create high-quality audio descriptions
  • Adhere to style guides and client needs
  • Proficient in authoring platforms
  • Excellent communication & collaboration
  • QC & proofreading skills
  • Mentor junior writers
  • Manage project timelines
Good to have:
  • Experience with new software
  • Research and training opportunities
  • Presentation and panel experience
Perks:
  • 4% vacation accrual
  • Medical benefits
  • 5 personal paid days/year

Job Details

Description

 

Descriptive Video Works is seeking a full time Lead Staff Writer to join our experienced writing team.

Requirements

Communicate clearly with Project Manager (PM) about projects and scheduling.

Create high-quality audio description scripts through authoring platforms and export files, following appropriate style guides and client guidelines. 

Proofread/QC final project for accuracy/typos etc. 

Submit files with required information related to project (eg tone, line count, subtitles, content warnings), on or before due date. 

Make any adjustments deemed necessary by external QC. 

Ensure that your computer and programs are up to date, and adhere to strict security regulations. 

Trial new software with tech leads as needed. 

Mentor and QC new freelance writers, maintaining open communication through meetings and over email.

Maintain a consistent level of communication with the team through weekly meetings. 

Periodically review new writer submissions, and scripts created by fellow DVW writers. 

Update training material as needed. 

Seek out research, continuing education, and workshop opportunities to share with the team and company.

Attend periodic company meetings and contribute to quarterly advisory council meetings. 

Participate in yearly performance reviews and goal setting. 

Opportunities to participate in panel discussions and presentations.

Benefits

4% vacation accrual, medical benefits, 5 personal paid days/year. Salary paid in CAD.

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