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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

To every LATAM colleague receiving this offer: Say no. Your expertise and time is valuable. You deserve fair pay and reasonable working conditions—not impossible demands for poverty wages. Don't accept this and speak up.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This exploits subtitlers and undermines the translation industry. No qualified professional can live under these terms.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

For 15,000 MXN net/month (630 GBP/834 USD), candidates are expected to accept: • At least 120 minutes of subtitling daily • Full-time availability with no fixed schedule • Constant availability for meetings • Additional tasks (transcription, ASR and FNS adjustments) on non-subtitling days

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

On International Translation Day, we would like to remind all AVT translators of their value and the expertise they bring to their work. That's why we're alarmed to see that New Art is offering the following rate for a full-time subtitling position...

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Wednesday 7th October, 5-6:30 pm UK time Free for members / £15 for non-members

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

In this webinar, media localization specialist Javier Rebollo will dive into the craft, mechanics, and technical execution of subtitles for vertical videos.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Over 80% of social media videos are watched entirely on mute on mobiles. In today's fast-paced, multiplatform media landscape, subtitles have become an essential visual hook to grab attention and retain viewers across TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The 2026 Emmys were awarded last week! As in previous years, we want to recognise Subtle members who contributed to the nominated productions by creating subtitles, SDH, voice-over and audio description scripts, or by quality-checking localisation work. See all the details on our blog!

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We're all really excited about the possibilities and hope you'll consider joining us!

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

If this sounds appealing, or if you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with David Buchanan, Rachel Jones or write to Subtle at info@subtle-subtitlers.org.uk.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

It won't require extra work from you, unless you wish to volunteer. At this stage, admin will be handled by members of the Subtle Committee, although we're joining as individual freelancers and the Branch will be its own separate entity.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Membership fees are means-tested (bectu.org.uk/subscription...), and the first three months are free if we all join as a group! The catch? We need at least 21 of us to form a branch. And we’re not far from reaching it!

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Bectu Membership Subscription Renewal 2026

Please enter your subscriptions based on the rates below when you enter your details on the payment form...

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

-Draw up a rate card to protect against falling rates -Negotiate more firmly with clients -Access legal advice, healthcare benefits and professional indemnity insurance -Raise the profile of AV translators within the industry -Work with unions in other countries to protect rates internationally

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This would include anyone working in audiovisual localisation and media accessibility: subtitling, dubbing, audio description, captioning, etc. BECTU membership would allow us to…

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Calling all audiovisual translators living in the UK! We need YOU! Some of Subtle’s committee members are putting together a group of UK-based members to create our own AVT branch within the BECTU union.

A red button and a blue button side by side. The red button is labelled "Unionise" and the blue button is labelled "Accept unfair wages and conditions". Below is an image of a hand moving quickly towards the red button with the label "Unionise".

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

I mean, who can say no to Lil Timmy Tim? Thank you to our member Richard Varga for sending in this enticing email! #SubtleMemes #AVT #Scam

A screenshot of an email from "Timothee Chalamet McPaul" to "Mr Subtitler" with the subject "Opportunity to Join Our Global Freelance Team." The email says "Hello, My name is Mr Timothee Chalamet, and I am reaching out on behalf of Globalization & Localization. We are currently seeking qualified freelancers from various professional fields to collabrate with us on a range of upcoming projects and available positions." Below is an image of the real Timothee Chalamet on the phone. The subtitle says "We got a lot to discuss".

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

You can still get your ticket for HispaTAV, the Hispanic-American Conference on Audiovisual Translation, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from 28 to 29 August 2026! If you're attending, don't miss the Subtle meetup on Friday 28 August! Buy your ticket here: hispatav.com

The poster for the "IV Hispanic-American Conference on audiovisual translation" with pictures of the keynote speakers and plenary speakers, and a list of the guest speakers, as well as the registration fees. Find all the info at www.hispatav.com

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Simply tell us about your project and submit. If your job is accepted, it will be shared with Subtle’s members. For all requirements and the form itself, see the link above!

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

A reminder for all agencies and direct clients out there: if you want to work with trusted AVT professionals in various language pairs, look no further! You can use a free feature on our website: an AVT job offer form. subtle-subtitlers.org.uk/post-a-job/

A webpage titled “Post a Job” on Subtle’s website, allowing users to submit AVT (audiovisual translation) job offers. The page lists rules for acceptance: payment within 45 days, fair rates, author credit, and a ban on MTPE or AI dubbing jobs. It includes fields for company name, contact email, and job description, plus an option to attach a document and a checkbox confirming acknowledgment of Subtle’s posting rules. A red “Submit” button appears at the bottom.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

That’s why it’s so important that we are able to recognise our value and push back together. What we accept now will have an impact on the rates we all get in the future. If you need some help with negotiating, here are some resources to help!

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

We understand it can be very hard to #SayNoToLowRates, especially when you’re just starting out. Maybe you struggle with what to say when negotiating or you’re scared your client will simply go for another, cheaper linguist if you ask for more.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Please think about the proficiency, dedication and attention to detail our craft entails before quoting for any subtitling jobs and do not hesitate to contact us at Subtle for advice. Together we can resist in these challenging times. #AVT #subtitling #SayNoToLowRates

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Remember you can calculate the rate you need to charge to make a decent living using Subtle’s calculator: subtle-subtitlers.org.uk/subtitling-r...

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Subtitling Rates Calculator - Subtle Association

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We want to remind everyone how detrimental it is to the industry to accept these low rates. We encourage everyone to negotiate and aim higher than the previous rates you have worked with, taking into account inflation and the cost of living, etc.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

In light of recent changes to subtitling workflows, many linguists are onboarding with new agency clients who are offering unsustainable per-minute rates...

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Alt text should be as long as it needs to be in order to effectively describe the content. In some cases, this will be a few phrases. In other cases, it will take a few more sentences. Aim to be as efficient as possible without leaving out key details.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

How would you render them in your language? Let us know below!

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

3) Glorify your source, but don't make it feel forced, of course, and try the borscht. Smooches!

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

2) How would you enjoy joining Portnoy for a scorched-soy porterhouse pork four-courser at Koi?

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

1) You probably recall when she soared as the thorny horticulturist in One Sordid Fortnight With the Short-Skirted Sorceress.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

It's time for another #SUBTLEpuzzle! This time, we chose some of the famous tongue twisters from “BoJack Horseman”, which combine alliteration, rhyme and rapid-fire wordplay, making them a particularly challenging subtitling puzzle... subtle-subtitlers.org.uk/subtitling-p...

A pink anthropomorphic cat character with green eyes stands indoors, wearing a yellow cardigan over a green dress with a fish pattern (Princess Carolyn from the show “BoJack Horseman”).

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

The meeting also focused on the recent changes to the Netflix localisation programme. To try and steer it in a better direction, a concrete action plan has been put in place. We'll be sure to keep you updated on developments as they occur. Thank you to STAW for being such brilliant hosts!

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

- recent developments in the industry - the impact and use of AI by AVT stakeholders - illegal LSP contracts - cooperation with sister organisations for authors, musicians, film professionals, etc. - authors' rights in the age of AI - defending our working conditions at the European level

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Presentations talked about the impact and shortcomings of AI, brand protection and legal developments in authors' rights. Our delegates then joined 24 other European AVT associations at the annual AVTE General Assembly where they discussed...

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

At the end of June, our chair Max Deryagin and committee members Bill Skopelitis and Adriana Tortoriello headed to Warsaw for a conference organised by the Polish collective management organisation ZAiKS and their national AVT association STAW.

A collage of three photos, one of which is "attached" with a paper clip.

Photo 1: A group photo of all delegates at the AVTE general meeting. The president in the middle is holding a large rubber life ring.

Photo 2: Delegates are sat around a long table in the meeting. A screen at the end shows people joining remotely.

Photo 3: Conference presenters stand in front of a screen with the title "Lost or Gained in Translation?"

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AVÜ @avue.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

@subtleuk.bsky.social's Max Deryagin talks about the Shark Tank Manifesto. (Read it here: avteurope.org/shark-tank-m...)

Shark Tank Manifesto
Max Deryagin, AVTE/SUBTLE

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Don't miss HispaTAV, the Hispanic-American Conference on Audiovisual Translation, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from 28 to 29 August 2026. Ticket sales end in just five days on 30 June! There's a great lineup of speakers, some of whom are our members! Get your ticket here: hispatav.com

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

No need to sign up - here's the link to catch it on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/d4AOZ80...

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LOST OR GAINED IN TRANSLATION?

YouTube video by Dobra 55

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Join us on 24 June 2026, 9:00 AM CEST (8 am UK time) for LOST OR GAINED IN TRANSLATION? The Future of the Localization Industry for Language Version Creators, Broadcasters, and Audiences.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Some of our committee members are heading to Warsaw this week for the AVTE annual meeting hosted by the Society of Authors ZAiKS and the Polish Association of Audiovisual Translators (STAW). Luckily for us, they're kindly making their conference available online!

Text against a blue background: Lost or gained in translation? The future of the localization industry for language version creators, broadcasters and audiences. Join the live stream. 24 June 2026, 9:00 am CEST.

The conference programme, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.

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SUBTLE - the Subtitlers' Association @subtleuk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Need another reason to join Subtle? Join us on the last Wednesday of every month in our online meetups, an informal chat where we talk about all the AV topics that get us excited, discuss research papers, share ideas, support each other and grow stronger as a community.

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