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Sacramento State

Realtime Captioner - Pool

Sacramento, CA · On-site

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Realtime Captioner - Pool Apply now Job no: 552536 Work type: Staff Location: Sacramento Categories ... In addition, typically six to twelve months of experience providing realtime captioning services ...

California State University

$100/hr

Hourly Real Time Captioner POOL (Temporary & Intermittent) Apply now Job no: 549570 Work type ... Six to twelve (6-12) months of experience providing realtime captioning services, preferably in a ...

California State University

$100/hr

Hourly Real Time Captioner POOL (Temporary & Intermittent) Apply now Job no: 549570 Work type ... Six to twelve (6-12) months of experience providing realtime captioning services, preferably in a ...

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Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$27.74 - $46.30/hr

Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Travel Requirements ... Prior captioning, subtitling, or transcription experience - particularly ASL-to-English work.

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A No Experience Captioning job is an entry-level role where you create subtitles or text versions of audio for videos, live broadcasts, or recorded content. These jobs typically don't require prior experience, as companies may provide training. You’ll need strong listening skills, fast and accurate typing, and attention to detail. Many of these positions are remote and offer flexible schedules.

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In a No Experience Captioning job, your primary responsibility will be to listen to audio or video content and transcribe spoken words into written captions, ensuring accuracy and proper timing. You may also review and edit your captions to fix any errors, and occasionally research unfamiliar terms to ensure correct spelling. Most entry-level captioning positions offer a remote, flexible work environment, allowing you to complete assignments independently. As you gain experience, you may have the opportunity to take on more complex projects or move into specialized captioning areas such as live broadcasts or multilingual content.

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Work Study Theatre Performance Captioning Assistant

Bridgewater State College

Bridgewater, MA • On-site

$15 - $16.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create and prepare captioning files for theatre productions using provided playscripts and convert dialogue and stage text into PowerPoint or other approved formats.

  • Attend technical rehearsals to review caption accuracy, take notes, and make updates and corrections until opening night.

  • Complete all caption preparation and editing using department computers and equipment in the theatre computer lab.

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Title
Work Study Theatre Performance Captioning Assistant
Position Description
Department Information:
The Theatre Department at Bridgewater State University is committed to the artistic empowerment and educational invigoration of our students. With a strong liberal arts core, we create well-rounded students, prepared to engage with their communities as professional theatre practitioners and educators in the arts. We strive for inclusive theatrical participation and collaboration that drives conversation and social change.
Position Information:
The Theatre Performance Captioning Assistant is responsible for creating and preparing captioning files for the Department of Theatre's five productions each academic year. Using provided playscripts, the student employee will convert dialogue and stage text into PowerPoint (or another approved playback format) for use during live performances.
The student employee will not be required to serve as a performance crew member but must attend technical rehearsals for each production to review caption accuracy, take notes, and make necessary updates and corrections until opening night.
All caption preparation and editing will be completed using Theatre Department computers and department-owned equipment in the Theatre computer lab.
This position is ideal for a detail-oriented student with strong organizational, computer, and written communication skills, and an interest in theatre production and accessibility!
Eligibility requirements:
  • Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
  • Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package

Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct errors.
  • Excellent written communication and proofreading skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and/or other caption playback software.
  • Ability to follow scripts accurately and maintain consistency throughout a production.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with faculty, staff, and student production teams.
  • Interest in theatre production, live events, or accessibility services.
  • Experience with theatrical productions, stage management, captioning, or video presentation software is preferred but not required.

Physical Demands
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.
EEO Statement
Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hourly Rate
$15-$16.25
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
Stu06035P
Open Date
Close Date
10/17/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Emmett Buhmann
ebuhmann@bridgew.edu

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