Live Captioning Project Manager
Posted 23 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Live Captioning/Streaming Project Manager - Contractor”
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- Expected experience
- 3+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Remote
- Contract
- Part-time
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyBroadcast Engineering, Information Technology, Media (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Keywords Studios is a renowned provider of services for the global gaming and media industries. We are currently seeking a Live Captioning Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As the Live Captioning Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in planning, coordinating, and overseeing live captioning/streaming projects across various platforms. You will ensure that all projects are delivered on-time and meet the highest standards of quality. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for accessibility in media.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee live captioning and streaming projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (broadcast, engineering, IT, and accessibility) to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
- Lead the configuration and deployment of streaming infrastructure, captioning tools, and platforms (e.g., OBS, Wirecast, YouTube Live, Twitch, Zoom, etc.).
- Ensure adherence to accessibility standards (e.g., ADA, WCAG) and compliance with live captioning and subtitling regulations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in real-time during live broadcasts, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth operations.
- Develop and implement workflows for integrating live captions, transcripts, and translations with live-streamed content.
- Manage relationships with third-party vendors, freelancers, and captioning service providers.
Requirements
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Experience in Live Streaming Technologies:
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Proficiency in live streaming platforms and encoders (e.g., OBS, Wirecast, vMix, Wowza, Restream).
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Knowledge of RTMP, HLS, WebRTC, and other video streaming protocols.
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Experience with CDN services (e.g., Akamai, Cloudflare) for optimized content delivery.
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Familiarity with server-side and client-side streaming architectures.
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Live Captioning Expertise:
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Strong understanding of real-time captioning technologies, including stenography, CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation), and automated speech recognition (ASR).
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Experience with captioning tools such as Ai-Media, EEG Falcon, CaptionSync, StreamText, or similar software.
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Knowledge of caption file formats (SRT, VTT, SCC) and best practices for caption positioning, timing, and quality.