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.

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.

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.

Qualifications

Proficiency in live streaming platforms and encoders (e.g., OBS, Wirecast, vMix, Wowza, Restream).

Strong understanding of real-time captioning technologies, including stenography, CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation), and automated speech recognition (ASR).

Proven ability to troubleshoot audio / video quality issues, latency, synchronization problems, and captioning delays.

Knowledge of accessibility standards such as ADA, WCAG, FCC guidelines, and country-specific live captioning regulations.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and work under tight deadlines.

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Broadcast Engineering, Media, or related field.

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 with flexible hours.

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