Specialist, English Audio Description Writer, Theatrical and Episodic Content

Specialist, English Audio Description Writer, Theatrical and Episodic Content

Full-Time 29700 - 36300 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Warner Bros. Discovery

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Write engaging Audio Description scripts for various content types, enhancing accessibility for all audiences.
  • Company: Join Warner Bros. Discovery, a leader in storytelling and creativity.
  • Benefits: Enjoy hybrid work, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Be part of an inclusive team that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
  • Why this job: Make a difference by helping visually impaired audiences experience captivating stories.
  • Qualifications: Strong writing skills and attention to detail; experience in accessibility writing is a plus.

The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.

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Your New Role...

The Audio Description Writer is responsible for authoring high‑quality English Audio Description (AD) scripts across a variety of content types, including scripted episodic television, unscripted and factual programming, feature‑length content, and ad hoc accessibility projects.

This role focuses on producing clear, accurate, and well‑timed descriptions that enable audiences who are blind or partially sighted people to fully understand visual storytelling elements.

The Audio Description Writer works within established Audio Description guidelines and workflows and collaborates closely with editors and senior writers to deliver production‑ready accessibility assets.

While theatrical Audio Description experience is not required, the Audio Description Writer may contribute to initial or first‑pass AD drafts on feature‑length or higher‑complexity titles as part of professional development, under editorial guidance.

Key Responsibilities...

  • Operation
  • Write English Audio Description scripts for scripted episodic, unscripted/factual, feature‑length, and ad hoc content.
  • Describe essential visual information clearly, accurately, and representatively to support narrative comprehension and intent.

Apply established Audio Description guidelines, accessibility standards, and formatting rules consistently.

  • Ensure scripts meet quality expectations for grammar, clarity, tone, pacing, and formatting.
  • Revise scripts based on editorial feedback to reach final delivery quality.
  • Contribute to initial or first‑pass Audio Description drafts for complex or feature‑length titles under senior guidance.
  • Manage assigned workload and meet delivery deadlines using internal tracking systems.
  • Handle sensitive, confidential, and pre‑release materials securely and appropriately.
  • Innovation and Development
  • Participate in testing tools, templates, and workflow enhancements.
  • Provide feedback on processes and usability from an execution perspective.
  • Develop Audio Description skills through training, peer review, and mentorship.
  • Administrative
  • Participate in team meetings and content reviews.
  • Coordinate with editors and managers on priorities and schedules.
  • Support internal documentation, quality checks, or reporting as required.

Qualifications and Experience...

  • Hands‑on experience in Audio Description, accessibility writing, captioning/subtitling with accessibility exposure, or related media writing fields.
  • Experience delivering final or near‑final accessibility or scripted media deliverables.
  • Excellent written English skills, including grammar, tone, and clarity.
  • Strong attention to detail and editorial accuracy.
  • Ability to follow detailed style guidelines and accessibility specifications.
  • Ability to manage priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced production environment.
  • Ability to learn and use relevant tools, systems, and workflows.

Not Required but preferred experience

  • Exposure to feature‑length or theatrical content.
  • Accreditation from accessibility training or university

Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

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Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

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Specialist, English Audio Description Writer, Theatrical and Episodic Content employer: Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros. Discovery is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the iconic Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, we provide comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities, all while fostering a culture of safety and collaboration. Join us to be part of a creative team that values innovation and ensures memorable experiences for our visitors.

Warner Bros. Discovery

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We think you need these skills to ace Specialist, English Audio Description Writer, Theatrical and Episodic Content

Audio Description Writing
Accessibility Standards
Scriptwriting
Attention to Detail
Grammar and Clarity
Pacing and Formatting
Editorial Feedback Incorporation