CLOSED CAPTIONING TECHNICIAN
Full-time, onsite in Irondale (Birmingham), AL. Not remote-eligible.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE:
As a family-oriented and faith-based organization, we value the importance of providing accessible content to viewers of all backgrounds. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring that our television programs reach a wider audience through accurate and synchronized captions.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Utilize special closed captioning equipment and captioning system software to format text and accurately place captions in synchronization with speech, music, and sound effects.
- Process captions and embed text onto the program disk for television airing, as well as export to various formats for DVD and video streaming.
- Review broadcast dates to ensure timely captioning, allowing other departments to complete their work before airtime and DVD distribution.
- Notify the supervisor of any concerns related to tape, graphics, episodes, or transcripts.
- Receive live show captions, edit as necessary, and export to various formats.
- Proofread transcripts as needed.
ABOUT YOU:
- You have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a comparable work environment.
- You possess the ability to operate basic video and captioning equipment.
- You have strong computer software skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- You have highly organized work habits with sharp visual and auditory focus, great attention to detail, and follow-through.
- You possess expertise in proper grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and spelling.
- You hold an Associate’s Degree Communications, Broadcasting or have equivalent experience
- You demonstrate an understanding of Catholic Faith terminology.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience in closed captioning for broadcast/cable TV.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:
- We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help advance EWTN's mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.
- Family-oriented working environment. We value the importance of work/life balance and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.
- Worship at work! Enjoy the freedom to participate in daily Mass, Adoration, and prayer throughout your workday.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability insurance, and Retirement Savings Plan.
- 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.
- Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic Distance University.
- Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing team!
WHAT TO DO NEXT:
If you're ready to get started on EWTN's mission to bring the Gospel to the world, please apply at https://www.ewtn.com/employment. Click the "View Jobs" tab to start your application.
