Subtitler
40AI EXPOSURE TODAY40
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Subtitler
As a Subtitler, you play a crucial role in making content accessible to diverse audiences, ensuring that language barriers are dismantled and stories are shared globally. This profession is not just about translating words; it's about capturing the essence of dialogue, culture, and emotion in a way that resonates with viewers across the UK and beyond.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI exposure for this job is below 50 on our index, and the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Organisations in this field
Organisations known to employ people in this area of work. This is not a list of current vacancies.
NetflixA leading streaming service known for its diverse content and commitment to accessibility, offering extensive opportunities for subtitlers.
BBCThe UK's national broadcaster, renowned for its high-quality programming and commitment to inclusivity, providing a range of subtitling roles.
ITVA major UK television network that values diversity and accessibility in its programming, offering various subtitling positions.
Channel 4Known for its innovative content and commitment to accessibility, Channel 4 offers exciting opportunities for subtitlers.ZOO DigitalA global provider of subtitling and localisation services, ZOO Digital is a great place for subtitlers looking to work on international projects.