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Subtitling Caption Production

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Subtitling and caption production is the craft of transcribing, timing, translating, and encoding text overlays for video content. Captions (for accessibility, with sounds noted) differ from subtitles (for language translation). Used by video editors, content creators, translators, and production companies. Time to learn: 6-8 weeks for professional quality. Sits between video editing and localization.

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Subtitling and caption production is the technical and creative craft of transcribing dialogue, timing it to video, translating it when needed, and encoding it for distribution. Subtitles are translations of dialogue; captions (CC) are for deaf/hard of hearing and include sound effects, music cues, and speaker IDs. The workflow involves four steps: (1) transcription (convert speech to text), (2) timing (align text with video), (3) localization (translate to target languages), and (4) encoding (embed in video or deliver as separate files in SRT/VTT format).

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Subtitle EditDavinci Resolve (captions)AegisubEZTitlesKapwingFFmpegAdobe PremiereGoogle Translate API

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USA$50k$75k$110k
UK£38k£60k£85k
EU€40k€65k€95k
CANADAC$48kC$70kC$105k

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What's the difference between subtitles and captions?
Subtitles are translations of spoken dialogue. Captions (CC) are for deaf/hard of hearing and include sound effects, music cues, and speaker identification. Both use timecode, but captions require more detail.
How long does it take to subtitle a 60-minute video?
Transcription: 4–6 hours. Timing/sync: 2–3 hours. Proofreading: 1–2 hours. Total: 7–11 hours for a single language. Professional subtitle houses charge $5–$15 per minute.
Can AI generate subtitles automatically?
Yes, tools like Whisper (OpenAI) auto-transcribe with 95%+ accuracy. But manual review is needed (proper names, jargon, sync fixes). AI saves 60% of time, but quality still requires human touch.
What video formats support subtitles?
MP4, MKV, SRT, WebVTT, ASS/SSA. Broadcast uses CEA-608 (embedded). Streaming platforms have specific requirements (e.g., Netflix demands strict formatting).
Is subtitling the same as closed captioning?
Not exactly. Closed captions (CC) are optional (viewer can turn on/off), with sound descriptions. Open captions are burned-in, always visible. Subtitles are typically translation-only.

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