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Manager, New Localization Technology
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POSITION TITLE: Manager, New Localization Technology
LOCATION: US - Burbank, CA (Hybrid)
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Position Overview
The Manager, New Localization Technology is a pivotal role responsible for managing a team of two Localization Technology Specialists while driving innovation at the intersection of product development, engineering, and operations. This position serves as a crucial bridge, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication across departments to implement advanced AI-driven solutions in the film and localization industries. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and exceptional communication skills, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to lead and inspire, even for those stepping into people management for the first time, and thrives in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment dedicated to delivering cutting-edge localization technologies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Master Deluxe's suite of localization tools, ensuring a deep understanding of their functionalities and optimal use by end users across global teams.
• Propose and implement improvements to existing tools and workflows, driving increased efficiency, enhanced functionality, and streamlined operations.
• Act as a liaison between product development, engineering, data science, and operations teams, ensuring operational requirements are clearly understood, documented, and addressed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct research and experimentation to optimize Large Language Model (LLM) prompts for localization tasks, including machine translation, script adaptation, and automatic speech recognition (ASR).
• Collaborate with product development and key stakeholders to prioritize the development and deployment of new tools and features that address evolving business needs.
• Develop, document, and refine workflows to operationalize new technologies and maximize the effectiveness of existing solutions.
• Analyze current localization workflows to identify opportunities for technical innovation, aiming to reduce turnaround times and costs while maintaining high quality standards.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in film, localization, and AI technologies, including machine translation, ASR, and text-to-speech solutions.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and market solutions that could be leveraged to enhance localization processes.
• Analyze operational metrics to uncover trends, inform decision-making, and drive continuous process improvement.
• Manage and mentor two Localization Technology Specialists, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to foster a high-performing team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Linguistics, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of audio/video editing software (ProTools, Premiere, Avid, Resolve, etc.)
• Multilingual skills are highly valued, with fluency in languages such as Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Ukrainian, Russian, or Japanese considered a significant asset.
• Experience in localization, technology, or related industries, and exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Prior direct management experience, a plus, but is not mandatory. Candidates must demonstrate leadership potential and the ability to effectively guide and support a team.
• Ability to learn and work independently on long term projects
• Ability to collaborate and work with people in different countries and time zones
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and independent problem-solving skills

About the Company:
Deluxe, a subsidiary of Platinum Equity, is a global leader in media and entertainment services for film, video, and online content. Since 1915, Deluxe has been the trusted partner for the world's most successful Hollywood studios, independent film companies, TV networks, exhibitors, advertisers and others, offering best-in-class solutions in post-production, distribution, asset and workflow management, and cloud-based technologies.
With headquarters in Los Angeles and offices around the globe, the company employs over 3,500 of the most talented individuals, developers, and industry veterans worldwide. For more information, please visit www.bydeluxe.com.
We offer competitive pay and benefits program including medical, dental & vision coverage, vacation & sick leave, 401(k), and more.
Diversity Statement:
Deluxe is committed to inclusivity, fostering an environment where every employee feels comfortable bringing their full selves to work. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Deluxe will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, and federal law.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Deluxe. Please inform the company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
This role is based in Burbank, CA and the base pay range for this role is $96,000.00 - $120,000.00 annually. Actual amounts will vary depending on education, skills, experience, and geographic location.