Job Description
Our Client:
Our client is looking to hire this individual Program Manager (APAC) Contract to Permanent.
The Responsibilities:
* The incumbent will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define the best creative and linguistic approach for priority content
* This role also requires coordination with the localization team in APAC who are responsible for the quality, authenticity and cultural adaption of content experience across APAC languages
* He/she will establish high quality standards and expectations for SEA localization work including dubbing, synopsis, glossary of terms etc.
* Provide dubbing studios with casting notes/advice and approve voice talent for SEA languages
* Perform quality control for SEA languages by monitoring the linguistic quality output, providing feedback and context to the translation terms
* Ensure dubbing fits with brand standards and local broadcast regulations
* Establish regular cross International / Regional collaboration on global franchises.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Programming, CS, Marketing, PR, Digital, Social etc) to define the best creative and linguistic approach for priority content
* To provide maximum PR value and promotional opportunities
* Coordinate efforts with teams to sync development efforts and localization schedules
* Manage QC freelancers for SEA languages to ensure they have a clear understanding of regional requirements, and the best practices are in place
* Review and work with International Compliance team to advise any compliance and brands concerns during pre-production
* Monitor local markets for shifting cultural concerns and standards
* Provide advice to vendors and internal teams on appropriate actions
* Keep up to date on industry developments and trends
The Requirements:
To qualify for this role, you will need to have:
* At least 5 years of related experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Languages, TV/Media or Communication preferred
* Familiarity and strong knowledge of SEA markets, particularly relating to censorship issues
* Demonstrate success in strategic and creative planning
* Solid understanding of consumer expectations regarding subtitling and dubbing in Asia markets
* Strong understanding of the creative processes involved in the dubbing from translation to voicing
* Ability to work effectively cross-functionally and demonstrate leadership
* A team player with high motivation and ability to build consensus with key stakeholders across a variety of cross-functional teams
* Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of management and external vendors
* Good communication skills across a varied and international group of people, ability to relate to individuals and groups across all levels of the company, and externally with local market contacts
Disclaimer: The Company complies with the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), including the prevailing guidelines on recruitment. All qualified applicants will be considered for the position regardless of their age, race, religion, nationality, marital status, or family responsibilities. A more detailed discussion of the TGFEP is available on the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) website at https://www.tal.sg/tafep.