by Chris Durst, March 4, 2024
Side Gig – No Experience Necessary – “Apply, get accepted and start earning in less than 48 hours” – Work when you want
You know how sometimes you’re watching a video or a movie and at the bottom of the screen you see a text with what’s being said? Well, people type these, for payment. You can also do it from home. Rev has hired many RRRebels in this role and as Transcriptionists as well. (Sorry but they say they don’t hire from CA or MA.)
As a Captioner you will be able to watch a wide variety of content — TV shows, movies, educational videos and more. You will add the subtitles using Rev’s proprietary subtitle software. You won’t get rich (pay details below), but you can get good subtitling experience — and work-from-home experience — that can lead to a higher-paying position.
No experience required – Rev provides the training. All you need is a computer, headphones, broadband internet and a strong command of English.
You won’t get rich. This is more of an experience-creating side gig than a main job. According to the company, “$240 average earnings per month. $1570 top monthly earnings.”
They also sometimes have a waiting list for applicants as demand drops.
READER TIP – INSIDE INFO:
We received this tip/advice about applying to Rev.com from Kim S., who started working for Rev.com.
Hi Chris and Mike –
I just wanted to take a minute to thank you so much for your daily leads… I currently have 3 WAH jobs thanks to your amazing research, the most recent of which is a subtitling job with Rev!!
Here’s an insider tip for you and your readers: According to the embedded email I received from Rev yesterday, only 10% of applicants get hired after the testing phase, so let your readers know to pay extra attention during testing !!
The test itself is not difficult AT ALL. it’s just very detail oriented… if they focus and give the test their undivided attention, your readers will have NO problem being part of that 10%!!
Thank you again for all you do – as a single mother of a 3 year old son, your help has been invaluable and we both thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!
See what the company has to say about the job:
What is the caption?
Captioning is the creation of closed captions based on text from video audio. In addition to typing the dialogue, subtitles also describe sound effects and musical cues to help viewers understand what’s going on. Subtitles then time the subtitles to the audio.
What does it mean to be an independent caption with Rev?
As a freelance subtitler with Rev, you’ll have access to a list of client videos in need of subtitling. You can apply for and work on any jobs you choose, provided you meet Rev’s quality requirements for freelance work. Video content, payment and deadline are listed up front so you can decide if subtitling work is right for you and your schedule.
Rev provides a web-based subtitle editor that you use to capture all audio English speech, sound effects, music and lyrics into a video file. Customers receive an easy-to-edit version of the subtitle file that can be downloaded in multiple formats.
What are the requirements to be a freelance captioner with Rev?
You must have strong English language skills and be able to write audio accurately. We ask that you take a grammar quiz and submit a subtitling sample before you are approved for subtitling with Rev.
Subtitles do not require proven previous experience or special qualifications.
Do I need equipment?
You need a desktop or laptop computer and a reliable internet connection. You can claim freelance subtitling jobs and complete them all through Rev’s online platform.
Where does Rev accept freelancers from?
Rev accepts dub and subtitle applicants from the following countries: Australia, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States (excluding California)
Does it cost money to freelance caption with Rev?
It’s always free to sign up and write subtitles on Rev. We never ask for your payment details.
Can I use a phone or tablet for recording and subtitling with Rev?
No. Unfortunately, you must use a desktop or laptop computer to complete and submit sample captions using our online caption editor. If approved, you will also need a computer to complete subtitling tasks.
What are the requirements for the subtitle sample?
Follow the instructions to ensure you submit accurate sample captions. Take as much time as you need. We cannot accept freelancers who do not meet the quality requirements. Use US spelling, describe relevant sound effects and music, and accurately time subtitles to audio.
When will I know if I’m approved to start subtitling with Rev?
Normally within a few days. If you are approved, you can start working immediately.
How does payment work?
You will be paid via PayPal for the work you completed in the previous week. As of now, PayPal is the only payment option available.
Payment is in USD, which can be converted to other currencies via PayPal.
Do I have to work a minimum amount of hours? Do I have to work certain hours of the week?
There is no minimum requirement to remain active on Rev’s platform. You decide when and how often you work. You can apply for subtitling jobs at any time of the day. Rev’s global client networks means there is a steady workflow available for subtitling.
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