Closed Captioning Technician

Location: 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!