Script Supervisor

Want to join a global company that brings the world together by producing premium media content in over 80 languages worldwide?

VSI provides language localisation and media services to the biggest brands in streaming and media entertainment. Headquartered in London, VSI consists of a global network of state-of-the-art studio facilities that use the world's best voice acting talent to tell the stories of our most watched movies and television series. VSI works across a wide range of media sectors from streaming platforms, traditional broadcast television, theatrical releases and gaming.

We are looking for a Production Script Coordinator to join our In-House Production team. The purpose of the script coordination role is to manage the Script Creation process end to end. You will act as a language expert with an understanding of the dubbing process, so you are equipped and encouraged to make creative Script Creation decisions with the project’s best interest in mind.

Key responsibilities:

Script Coordination & Creation:

Take ownership of the Script Creation process and the communication with the supplier;

Resourcing new talent where necessary and checking supplier availability

Negotiating rates and securing talent per project

Creating and maintaining supplier’s schedules for the turnaround of the materials

Managing the project & movement of materials via voice Q Cloud / MAM

Providing linguistic guidance

Escalating issues / creative flags to a dubbing producer where necessary, especially if there could be an impact on overall project deadlines / costs / client brief

Dealing with relevant legal documentation and creating PO’s for supplier invoices

Reviewing dubbing adaptations and audio description scripts before recording to ensure full compliance with client specifications

Revising adaptations and/or fully adapting dubbing scripts in house

Taking the lead on testing and implementing VSI’s proprietary scripting tools

Material revision (Material checks):

Checking media materials as they arrive, and flagging factors that should be considered in quoting or recordings (i.e. different languages or musical segments)

Performing a quality-control check on final materials before they are delivered to the client

Revising final script to match dialogue changes made in-studio, for projects that require as-recorded materials

Keeping a close line of communication with Dubbing Producers to relay relevant material information

Material preparation:

Carrying out a word and character count for scripts

Converting scripts and production materials into appropriate formats when necessary

Ensuring formatting and technical specifications

Assisting with script insertion into Voice Q as needed.

Creation of an Edit Decision List for Trailer edits/conforms.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Native or high-level English proficiency

Technical and creative understanding of the production process and tools

Strong organisation, time management and planning skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritise and work well both independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent problem-solving skills

Knowledge of entertainment media, other languages and a linguistic or creative background are a plus

What else is on offer?

Private medical insurance

Enrolment to company salary sacrifice pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Travel card loan

Regular social activities