Cinematic Subtitling - A ~ Z

Do you dream of seeing your name on cinema screens and leading streaming platforms? This course is your professional gateway into the world of cinematic translation and subtitling. Designed to guide you step-by-step, this program takes you from understanding the foundational rules of screen translation to mastering the precise technical standards required by top global companies. We will explore the secrets of adapting dialogue naturally for Arab viewers while preserving the soul of the original work.

What Will You Learn / Course Outcomes

• Core Subtitling Rules: Master text compression, line breaks, and comfortable reading speeds for viewers.

• Global Platform Standards: Get hands-on with the Style Guides of industry giants like Netflix and Disney.

• Spotting and Syncing: Practical training on precisely timing the appearance and disappearance of subtitles to match audio and video perfectly.

• Passing Vendor Tests: Effective strategies to successfully pass translation and Quality Control (QC) tests to start earning a steady income.

Target Audience

• Beginner translators looking to specialize in subtitling.

• Graduates of language, linguistics, and translation faculties.

• Cinema and TV series enthusiasts with excellent language skills who want to turn their passion into a profession.

Course Requirements / Prerequisites

• Complete fluency in both English and Arabic (comprehension and phrasing).

• A computer (laptop or desktop) with a stable internet connection.

• A genuine passion for cinema and skill development.

  
  

  Instructor Bio

  Mustafa
  A lecturer and expert in cinematic and journalistic translation with a proven track record in the industry. His extensive career includes working as a translator for Netflix, a Quality Control (QC) monitor for Disney, and the head of the translation department at a company affiliated with the Saudi General Entertainment Authority. He has supervised numerous large-scale translation projects and possesses vast experience in training and qualifying translators for the professional market.