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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for captioning in California is $64,534.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,900.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Captioning vs Transcription?

AspectCaptioningTranscription
Required CredentialsOften requires certification in captioning or related trainingMay require general transcription skills, sometimes certification
Work EnvironmentLive or pre-recorded media, TV, online videosAudio or video files, various industries
Industry UsageBroadcast, media, education, accessibility servicesLegal, medical, business, media

Captioning and transcription both involve converting audio to text, but captioning focuses on real-time or synchronized text for media accessibility, while transcription involves creating a written record of audio content for various purposes. Captioning typically requires specialized skills and certifications for media synchronization, whereas transcription emphasizes accuracy across different industries.

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Infographic showing various Captioning job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,534 per year, or $31 per hour.

Closed Captioning & Content Creation Specialist | Titan TV | Student Assistant

California State University

Fullerton, CA

$16.90 - $24/hr

Other

Re-posted 22 days ago


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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Closed Captioning & Content Creation Specialist | Titan TV | Student Assistant

Apply now Job no: 558028
Work type: Student Assistant
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Administrative, Part Time, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants

Job Title

Closed Captioning & Content Creation Specialist Student Assistant

Salary

Classification Range $16.90 - $24.00 per hour

Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $16.90 per hour.

Department

Titan TV

Work Schedule

Based upon availability

Job Summary

One position available. Under direct supervision, the student assistant will assist with providing closed captioning and quality control support for our programming at Titan Communications. A CC Student Assistant should exhibit a high level of proficiency with the English language, as well as computer skills, and be extremely detail-oriented. They should also be team-oriented, possess organizational skills, and be able to meet deadlines.

The Closed Captioning and Content Creation Student Assistant will assist staff with the following:

Assist with all productions to have closed captions to conform to ADA (American Disabilities Act) requirements of PEG Channels
Assist the Production Coordinator with quality control of all programming
Assist in Titan TV productions as needed
Assist with programming quality and compliance with all station policies and broadcast standards
Assist staff with weekly reports for submission to the Production Coordinator
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to learn and perform assigned work; follow oral instructions; work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students; communicate effectively with all levels; and read and write English at a level appropriate to the position.

Required Qualifications

  • Current student at CSUF and is enrolled/registered (fees paid) in a current regular semester as a new or continuing student.
  • Student who has completed the prior semester (has not graduated), or who is registered for the subsequent semester.
  • In good academic standing (not on academic probation, continued probation, academic dismissal).
  • Student who is authorized to work in the United States and can provide employment eligibility documents.

OUT-OF-STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency.  All unsolicited resumes will be returned without review.  California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Advertised: 13 May 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 18 Dec 2026 Pacific Standard Time

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California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

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