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I have an audio/video file recorded in English that now needs a clear, natural-sounding French version. I need more than a literal word-for-word swap; the final text should feel as though it were originally created for a French-speaking audience, matching tone, cultural references, and any industry terminology that comes up. The source material is already edited, so your focus will be on: • Creating a fluent French transcript synced to the original time-codes (SRT or VTT preferred). • Flagging any idioms or brand names that may require contextual tweaks so I can approve them quickly. • Performing a brief quality check to catch timing drift or mistranslations before delivery. I work in Premiere Pro, so files compatible with that environment make my life easier, but plain SRT is fine if that’s what you use. Feel free to rely on tools such as Subtitle Edit, Aegisub, or your own CAT software—as long as the final timing and line breaks stay viewer-friendly. Please tell me how soon you can turn this around and how many minutes of English audio you can comfortably handle per day. If you have samples of past English-to-French subtitle or dubbing projects, a quick link would help me lock this in faster.
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Hi, I’m Charlott, and I work with a team of native French linguists specializing in natural English-to-French localization and subtitling. We’ll deliver culturally adapted French SRT/VTT subtitles synced to your timecodes, flag idioms and brand names, and complete a final timing and accuracy check; we offer timestamps, SRT files, and clean verbatim whenever needed. Please share the video length and deadline so I can confirm a 24–48-hour turnaround and daily capacity.
$25 USD in 1 day
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I transcribe the English audio first so nothing gets lost by ear, then translate into French that sounds spoken rather than translated, keeping the register and the rhythm of the original, and I time it to the video if you need subtitles or a voiceover script rather than a plain document. You get the transcript and the French version, and I flag anything ambiguous instead of guessing. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/AzabacheProduc AU
$15 USD in 10 days
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Hello! I’m a fluent English-to-French translator experienced in creating natural, audience-appropriate subtitles—not literal translations. I’ll deliver a carefully reviewed SRT/VTT with accurate timecodes, viewer-friendly line breaks, consistent terminology, and flagged idioms or brand references. I can handle up to 60 minutes of audio per day, with a typical 24–48-hour turnaround. Please share the file, duration, and any style guide or Premiere Pro requirements.
$20 USD in 1 day
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Hi, I can create a natural, fluent French version of your English audio/video while preserving the original meaning, tone, cultural context, and industry terminology, not just translating word for word. I’ll deliver a properly timed SRT or VTT file, with clean line breaks, accurate time-codes, and a final quality check for timing drift, mistranslations, idioms, and contextual references. I can comfortably handle 30–60 minutes of English content per day, depending on complexity, and can work in a format that imports cleanly into Premiere Pro. I’m ready to review the source and get started immediately.
$25 USD in 40 days
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FRENCH, SKILLED TRANSLATOR & SUBTITLER ✍ ━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━┈━ ➤ Bonjour ! Hello, I hope you are well. 1️⃣ You need an experienced translator and subtitler to make a clear, natural-sounding French version of your audio/video file recorded in English. 2️⃣ I'm a highly experienced translator and subtitler with expertise in SubtitleEdit SRT, VTT, and SSA. I'm French, fully bilingual, and working in Paris. 3️⃣ Bachelor degree in French and English translation from the University Grenoble Alpes (UGA) France, I'm used to meet the expectations and deadlines. 4️⃣ Quality-oriented, self-motivated, and perfectionist, I always deliver high-quality human personal work (not automated & not AI) with attention to details. 5️⃣ Please contact me for more information.✔ Have a good day, Jodie ᵛᵉʳᶦᶠᶦᵉᵈ N.B. I completed many projects similar to your project, especially for Journeyman Pictures, and WeLocalize. I can translate up to 2 hours of SRT subtitles per day. ☑️ P.S. I can create, optimize, and manage your LinkedIn.
$15.01 USD in 15 days
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Hello, As an experienced creative writer, my skills align perfectly with your need to recreate the source material in a natural-sounding French format. Having worked on projects across various industries, I’m well-versed in adapting tone, cultural references, and industry-specific jargon - all essential to satisfy your requirements. My passion for language and cultural nuances will ensure that the project is more than just a word-for-word swap. You can expect a transcript that truly resonates with your French-speaking audience. Regarding timing and efficient turnaround, I’ve developed solid time-management skills throughout my career, and I understand the value of meeting deadlines without compromising quality. In terms of my capacity to handle this project, I comfortably work within a large volume of minutes daily and can provide you with a quick turnaround so you don't have to worry about the project hitting any bottlenecks. While I use Subtitle Edit for most translation projects, Premiere Pro compatibility is easy to arrange as well. My extensive experience in video editing will come in handy during the quality check process. I meticulously monitor timing and line breaks to ensure viewer-friendly content. If you need examples of past English-to-French subtitle projects, I'll be happy to provide them on demand! So let's get started because when it comes to exceptional translations, Noreen's got it covered! Thanks!
$50 USD in 27 days
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I understand the challenge of translating audio to French while keeping it natural and culturally relevant. A literal translation can feel off and miss the mark, which can confuse your audience. It’s essential to ensure the tone and terminology resonate with French speakers. I’ll create a fluent French transcript that follows your time-codes closely, ensuring it flows well. I’ll also highlight any idioms or brand names that need adjustments, so you can approve them quickly. A thorough quality check will catch any timing issues or mistranslations before I deliver. I’m familiar with your workflow in Premiere Pro and can deliver in formats that work best for you. How long is the audio, and do you have specific deadlines in mind? Also, what kind of content or industry terminology should I be aware of?
$15 USD in 7 days
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I’m Kaif Hasan. I saw your project and wanted to help you. I’d create fluent, natural French subtitles that preserve the original meaning, tone, cultural context, and industry terminology, while keeping the existing timecodes, viewer-friendly line breaks, and Premiere-compatible SRT/VTT structure. I’ll also flag idioms and brand terms for quick approval. 1. How many minutes of English audio does the current project contain? 2. Do you already have the original time-coded SRT/VTT, or should I create the subtitles directly from the audio/video? I’m new on Freelancer, but I have 7+ years of experience, and I’m offering the most reasonable rates to build great client relationships. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/DigitalArtForge Best Regards, DigitalArtForge
$15 USD in 1 day
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With proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, I am well-versed in handling various file formats, making me your go-to professional for this project utilizing Premiere Pro. My 4+ years of freelancing experience have seen me successfully tackle more than 250 similar projects for clients from diverse industries. As part of my modus operandi, I prioritize maintaining viewer-friendly line breaks and perfect timing—ultimately enhancing your audience's experience. As requested, I rely on the efficiency of Subtitle Edit, Aegisub and other CAT software to cement cultural references and idiomatic expressions accurately—crafting natural-sounding French that resonates with your target audience. My goal is to deliver translations that feel as though they were originally created in French. To further guarantee quality, I perform thorough checks throughout the process, ensuring precise synchronization to time-code and flagging any contextual problems for swift approval. Beyond delivering transcending French translations, daily delivery of quality output is my strength. For this project, I can comfortably handle an impressive [X] minutes of English audio per day while ensuring meeting all specified needs. For a glance at the precision your project can benefit from, here is a link to one of my past projects: [link]. Choose reliable bilingual proficiency coupled with meaningful cultural understandings; choose Safdar!
$15 USD in 40 days
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Hi, French native here. I'd transcribe the English, translate it into natural French (not word-for-word), keep your time-codes and deliver a clean SRT that imports straight into Premiere. Idioms or brand names I'm unsure about go in a short list for you to approve. I can do around 30-40 min of audio per day, with a timing/line-break check before delivery. I don't have subtitle samples to link, but I'm happy to do the first 2-3 minutes so you can judge. How long is the file, and what's the topic? Greg
$25 USD in 10 days
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As a seasoned Full-Stack Developer and Creative Video Production Specialist with over 9 years of experience, I possess a unique skill set that perfectly aligns with your requirements. I have a deep understanding of the technical aspects involved in your project which includes creating an accurate French-English transcription synced to precise time codes and performing thorough quality checks. My proficiency with tools such as Subtitle Edit, Aegisub, and CAT software allows me to ensure viewer-friendly timing and line breaks. Aside from my technical skills, what differentiates me is my keen eye for detail and dedication to delivering top-notch work in line with the client's expectations. Quality is my priority; I guarantee a translation that truly matches the tone, cultural references, and nuances of the French language. In fact, I have past samples of English-to-French subtitle projects that demonstrate my capacity to render high-quality translations that resonate well with the target audience.
$20 USD in 40 days
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Hi there! I’d love to help you translate, localize, and subtitle your English audio/video into a natural, fluent French version tailored for a native audience. Unlike standard literal translations, I utilize a proprietary translation and subtitling system that supports over 300 languages with exceptional contextual accuracy. This ensures that idioms, cultural references, and industry terminology are adapted smoothly rather than translated rigidly word-for-word. Here is what I deliver: • A fluent, professionally localized French transcript/subtitle file (SRT/VTT) with precise time-codes optimized for viewer comfort and ready for Premiere Pro. • Contextual flags for any idioms or brand names needing special attention before final render. • Rigorous quality checks to ensure zero timing drift. Regarding capacity and turnaround: thanks to my automated proprietary workflow, I can comfortably handle up to 60+ minutes of source audio per day with fast turnarounds. You can check out samples of my localization work at https://techangel.com.br. Let’s discuss your file length and timeline so we can get started right away! Best regards, Daniel
$20 USD in 40 days
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Hi — you need English audio turned into French that sounds natural, not word-for-word. That's the real difference between a transcript and an adaptation, and it's exactly what I do. I'm bilingual French/English with 10+ years working with international organizations (World Bank, EU programs) — I translate institutional and business content daily, so I know the gap between "correct" French and French that actually sounds right. You'll get: a clean, natural French version of your audio, checked twice — once against the source for accuracy, once for flow. Delivered as a Word/Google Doc, with time markers if useful. I can start today. Quick question: roughly how long is the audio, and should the French be formal or conversational?
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