LIVE CAPTIONING/STREAMING PROJECT MANAGER - CONTRACTOR

Keywords Studios is a renowned provider of services for the global gaming and media industries. We are currently seeking a Live Captioning Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As the Live Captioning Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in planning, coordinating, and overseeing live captioning/streaming projects across various platforms. You will ensure that all projects are delivered on-time and meet the highest standards of quality. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for accessibility in media. Key Responsibilities • Manage and oversee live captioning and streaming projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (broadcast, engineering, IT, and accessibility) to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables. • Lead the configuration and deployment of streaming infrastructure, captioning tools, and platforms (e.g., OBS, Wirecast, YouTube Live, Twitch, Zoom, etc.). • Ensure adherence to accessibility standards (e.g., ADA, WCAG) and compliance with live captioning and subtitling regulations. • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in real-time during live broadcasts, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth operations. • Develop and implement workflows for integrating live captions, transcripts, and translations with live-streamed content. • Manage relationships with third-party vendors, freelancers, and captioning service providers. • Experience in Live Streaming Technologies: • Proficiency in live streaming platforms and encoders (e.g., OBS, Wirecast, vMix, Wowza, Restream). • Knowledge of RTMP, HLS, WebRTC, and other video streaming protocols. • Experience with CDN services (e.g., Akamai, Cloudflare) for optimized content delivery. • Familiarity with server-side and client-side streaming architectures. • Live Captioning Expertise: • Strong understanding of real-time captioning technologies, including stenography, CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation), and automated speech recognition (ASR). • Experience with captioning tools such as Ai-Media, EEG Falcon, CaptionSync, StreamText, or similar software. • Knowledge of caption file formats (SRT, VTT, SCC) and best practices for caption positioning, timing, and quality. • Technical Troubleshooting: • Proven ability to troubleshoot audio/video quality issues, latency, synchronization problems, and captioning delays. • Familiarity with video codecs, streaming resolutions, and bitrates for optimal performance. • Compliance & Accessibility: • Knowledge of accessibility standards such as ADA, WCAG, FCC guidelines, and country-specific live captioning regulations. • Experience with accessibility features in live streaming platforms (closed captions, transcripts, audio descriptions). • Project Management Skills: • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and work under tight deadlines. • Strong communication and leadership skills to collaborate with teams and stakeholders across different time zones. • Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Broadcast Engineering, Media, or related field. • 3+ years of experience in live streaming, captioning, or a related technical project management role. We are excited to welcome a passionate and skilled professional to our Keywords Studios team, contributing to the enhancement of accessibility in media. Part time position Flexible hours. Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace, which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees. PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy. https://www.keywordsstudios.com/privacy-policy/