Closed Captions & Subtitles
“Time-synced on-screen text of the spoken audio, used for accessibility and silent viewing.”
Plain-English Overview
Closed captions display dialogue as synchronized text and are essential for accessibility and for the large share of viewers who watch corporate video with the sound off.
On-Set & Post-Production Reality
The editor generates captions from the final script, times them to the picture lock, and exports them as caption files (SRT, VTT). Consistent styling keeps captions readable over the visual.
Business & Client Impact
Expands audience reach to hearing-impaired viewers and muted social feeds, improving watch time, comprehension, and accessibility compliance.
Key Takeaways for Buyers & Marketers
- Synchronized text of all spoken dialogue and relevant sounds
- Critical for accessibility and sound-off social viewing
- Delivered as standard caption files timed to the final edit
Closed Captions & Subtitles FAQ
What is Closed Captions & Subtitles?
Time-synced on-screen text of the spoken audio, used for accessibility and silent viewing.
How is Closed Captions & Subtitles handled in actual production?
The editor generates captions from the final script, times them to the picture lock, and exports them as caption files (SRT, VTT). Consistent styling keeps captions readable over the visual.
What does a business gain from Closed Captions & Subtitles?
Expands audience reach to hearing-impaired viewers and muted social feeds, improving watch time, comprehension, and accessibility compliance.
Ready to Put Professional Production Principles to Work?
Connect directly with Creative Producer & Editor Chi-Quynh Nguyen. Clear scope, fixed proposals, and direct project communication.