Subtitling templates: your 5-step plan to becoming a template creator

Do you want to become an audiovisual localization professional?

  1. Understand subtitling templates - What a template is, who uses it, and why the whole localisation chain depends on it
  2. Ensure accurate transcription of dialogues - Accurate, time-coded transcription, the foundation everything else sits on
  3. Time the subtitles - Reading speeds, shot changes and the timing decisions that make a template usable in any language
  4. Add annotations - The notes that let a translator in another language recreate your intent instead of guessing it
  5. Keep quality in check! The QC pass that means your template arrives clean and does not bounce back

Who is this course for?

Your career in audiovisual localization starts here

  • Are you a TRANSLATOR? Do you already work as a professional translator of written texts and you want to add subtitling to your portfolio of skills?

  • Are you a LINGUIST? Harness your linguistic skills for audiovisual localisation - join our course and learn how to create subtitling templates!

  • Are you a FANSUBBER? If you tried volunteering work in subtitling and you loved it, why not take your skills to the next level and make a career in the audiovisual translation industry by become a template creator?

  • Are you a SUBTITLER who translates from templates and doesn't time your own subtitles? If you want to learn to create templates yourself, you're in the right place!

What’s included

Everything you need to go from your first transcription to a finished, professional template

  • 100 lessons

    A masterclass in template creation consisting of several modules broken down into detailed micro-lessons

  • 4.5 hours of video content

    Including screencasts that show you exactly what to click in both tools

  • Quizzes

    To check what you've learnt

  • Hands-on exercises

    Practise template creation by downloading hands-on exercises and watching screencasting video tutorials

  • Access to professional subtitling software

    90-day free access to professional subtitling software

  • Downloadable resources

    Download our checklists and style guides for future use in your subtitling projects

  • Social media learning community

    Gain unlimited access to our private Facebook group to engage in discussions with your fellow students

  • Discounts on professional software

    After completing the course, you will be eligible for a discount to purchase professional subtitling software

  • Certificate of Completion

    To show clients and employers you can do the work

  • One-to-one tutorial

    With the PREMIUM version of the course, you get a 90-minute individual coaching session with one of our trainers.

What's the PREMIUM version of the course about?

One-to-one individual coaching session

A smiling woman and man sitting at a deskWith the PREMIUM version of the course, you get a 90-minute individual coaching session with one of our trainers. You'll receive feedback on your work and have all your questions answered!

5 steps to becoming a subtitling template creator

COURSE SYLLABUS

    1. Welcome!

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    2. How to use this course

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    3. Glossary of AVT terms

    4. Before we begin...

    1. What are subtitling templates?

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    2. Quiz on subtitling templates

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    3. Original language vs. pivot English templates

    4. Locked vs. unlocked templates

    5. Quiz on types of templates

    6. Different perspectives on subtitling templates - interview

    1. Let's talk about transcription

    2. Keep it spotless!

    3. Typographical conventions in subtitling

    4. Punctuation in subtitling

    5. Quiz on creating spotless transcriptions

    6. Line breaks in subtitling templates

    7. Line break rules

    8. Exercise: transcribe a video

    9. KEY to the exercise on transcribing the video

    1. It's time for timing!

    2. Subtitling tools in this course

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    3. Subtitling style guides

    4. AVT Masterclass Style Guide to use in this course

    1. Introduction to EZTitles Basic Course by EZTitles Development Studio

    2. How to install EZTitles

    3. Understand the EZTitles workspace (sightseeing tour)

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    4. How well do you know the EZTitles workspace?

    5. How to define project settings

    6. How to customise layout

    7. How to time subtitles

    8. Automatic fixes

    9. How to remove a keyboard shortcut?

    10. How to translate from a template in EZTitles

    11. EZTitles User Guide

    12. Where to find more info?

    1. How to sign up

    2. Introduction to Closed Caption Creator

    3. How to organise workspace and edit events

    4. How to define project settings and fix errors

    5. How to configure metrics in your workspace

    6. How to work with multiple media files in one project

    7. How to use table view

    8. How to batch export files from multiple projects

    9. Want to learn more?

About this course

  • €549,00
  • 87 lessons
  • 3.5 hours of video content
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By the end of this course, you'll learn how to...

  • prepare time-coded transcriptions for subtitling

  • create useful annotations for translators

  • time subtitles for multilingual subtitling workflows with templates

  • automate and speed up your subtitling template creation workflow

What our students are saying

Rita Menezes

5 star rating

“When I enrolled in this course, I had a twofold purpose: consolidate my learning-by-doing knowledge and acquire new expertise. I can say that my initial expectations were fulfilled. The modules are neatly organized, the quality of the videos is gr...”

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“When I enrolled in this course, I had a twofold purpose: consolidate my learning-by-doing knowledge and acquire new expertise. I can say that my initial expectations were fulfilled. The modules are neatly organized, the quality of the videos is great, the contents are clearly presented, the tips & advice occasionally offered are helpful and the possibility of trying two different software is a plus. And a good thing: the proposed exercises are logic, meaningful and useful. For these reasons, I can only praise the Template Creation course.”

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Dylan Camilleri

5 star rating

“This course is a must if you want to become a professional template creator.”

“This course is a must if you want to become a professional template creator.”

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Andrey Guschin

5 star rating

“It's a great course that gives you everything you need to have a quick and professional start in templates creation. ”

“It's a great course that gives you everything you need to have a quick and professional start in templates creation. ”

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Cecile Pasquet

5 star rating

“Professional and very practical course thanks to the interviews with experts. Would highly recommend.”

“Professional and very practical course thanks to the interviews with experts. Would highly recommend.”

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Stephany Matto

5 star rating

“It definitely helped me to become a better professional subtitler, by knowing how to create proper templates for translators. It solved all my doubts. The course has also excellent tips to be more efficient, and the best is that you get to learn h...”

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“It definitely helped me to become a better professional subtitler, by knowing how to create proper templates for translators. It solved all my doubts. The course has also excellent tips to be more efficient, and the best is that you get to learn how to master your skills both in Ooona and EZTitles, two excellent platforms, plus you get free access to both. I strongly recommend this course!”

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Iara Bernini Marasca

5 star rating

“I really enjoyed this course on Template Creation. It was super complete and full of explanations and exercises. The teachers were very clear in sharing their knowledge. Thanks for creating a wonderful course! Plus, the interview section was great...”

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“I really enjoyed this course on Template Creation. It was super complete and full of explanations and exercises. The teachers were very clear in sharing their knowledge. Thanks for creating a wonderful course! Plus, the interview section was great and very informative. ”

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Hédi Császár

5 star rating

“I really enjoyed this course. While learning the mindset and theoretical approach to template creation, I have also acquired new skills by putting everything into practice, thanks to the professional tools I got access to through this course. I wo...”

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“I really enjoyed this course. While learning the mindset and theoretical approach to template creation, I have also acquired new skills by putting everything into practice, thanks to the professional tools I got access to through this course. I would strongly recommend AVT to anyone who is interested in template creation and would like to improve their skills in audiovisual translation. A huge thank you to the entire AVT Team!”

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Showcase your skills

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Once you complete the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion. Certificates are a great way to document your learning! You can share them on social media and use them with clients, employers or colleagues.
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Our guarantee

We are confident in the quality of our courses, which has been confirmed by many satisfied students. That’s why we are able to offer a 100% money-back guarantee.

If you buy the course and find that you did not learn anything new or that you think the course is not in line with its description or syllabus, we will refund you 100% of what you paid. [See “Terms of use” for details.]
We offer 100% money-back guarantee.
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Meet your instructors

Made by the people who train the industry

“Łukasz Dutka, PhD, is an audiovisual translator, subtitling trainer and expert in media accessibility. He has worked as a subtitler and QC-er for leading localisation companies since 2012, including on high-profile titles.
He also has extensive experience training subtitlers and teaching audiovisual translation at university level.
As a trainer, Łukasz combines practical industry experience with a clear, hands-on approach, helping subtitlers understand not just what to do, but why.”

Łukasz Dutka

“Agnieszka Walczak, PhD is an audiovisual translator and trainer specialising in subtitling, SDH, voice-over and audio description. She has spent over ten years working on projects across film, television and streaming.
Alongside her industry work, she has more than a decade of experience teaching audiovisual translation at university level.
As a trainer, Agnieszka draws on both sides of her career, showing subtitlers how professional template creation works in practice, not just in theory.”

Agnieszka Walczak

“Prof. Agnieszka Szarkowska is a researcher and educator in audiovisual translation and media accessibility. She leads the Institute of Applied Linguistics at the University of Warsaw and has published more than seventy works in the field.
She has over twenty years’ experience teaching audiovisual translation and training the next generation of subtitlers and researchers.
As a trainer, Agnieszka brings the research behind the practice, grounding every technique in why it works and where it comes from.”

Agnieszka Szarkowska

FAQ

Any questions?

  • What is the difference between standard and premium editions of AVT Masterclass courses?

    The premium edition of the AVT Masterclass courses includes up to 90 minutes of one-on-one coaching with our trainers. The trainers can also check your course assignments and provide individual feedback.

  • Will I have to attend regular online classes?

    No, this course is self-paced, which means you can do as much as you want at a time. You're in full control of your learning process. Join our private Facebook group to network with your fellow students.

  • How long does it take to complete the course?

    Usually the students need 20-30 hours to complete the course, but it's up to you - the duration of the course depends on your individual needs and the time you have. Please remember that by signing up, you get a one-year access to the course and lifetime access to our social media learning community. This course includes access to subtitling software for 90 days. Ready for your subtitling challenge?

  • What kind of materials are included?

    The course includes a variety of resources, downloadable materials and exercises: video lessons, screencasting tutorials, quizzes, videos to be subtitled, subtitling files for revision exercises as well as key to all exercises (guided step-by-step explanations and files with correct answers).

  • What software will I work with?

    You can use any software you like. We provide you with video materials and .srt files for exercises. If you don't have access to any subtitling tool, by signing up to this course, you will get a free 90-days access to professional subtitling software.

  • Can I get an invoice for the course with my company/organization details?

    Sure! All you need to do is send us your organization details (name, address, VAT number) at [email protected]. Our accounting team will be back with the invoice.