Freelance Sign Language Talents for TV / Film Production - Descriptive Video Work

Keywords Studios Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

On-site New York Los Angeles Mid-level Video Production

Mid-level Video Production role at Keywords Studios. New York · no salary stated · we estimate $81,000–$120,625.

Estimated pay

Keywords Studios has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$81,000 – $120,625

What the middle half of mid-level video production roles in New York paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 44 postings that stated pay, median $96,250. Last updated Sep 9, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Provide sign language talent for descriptive video work in TV and film
Support projects across film, television, streaming, games and related media
Travel to studios in New York City or Los Angeles when project work calls for it
Choose your schedule around the available freelance project volume

What you bring

Current US residence within commuting range of New York City or Los Angeles
Native fluency in ASL, BSL, ISL, LIBRAS, LSF, DGS, AUSLAN, LSM, SASL or Indian ISL
TV or film experience as a performer, director, camera operator, editor, quality control specialist, project manager or casting professional

Who this fits

You’ll suit this freelance opportunity if you’re a US-based native sign language speaker with TV or film production experience. You must be able to commute to New York City or Los Angeles and travel to the relevant studio for projects. The work offers flexible project volume and may lead to full-time work later.

From the employer

Descriptive Video Works(DVW, one of Keywords Studios ) is recognized in the audiovisual industry as a leading provider of Audio Description (AD) in North America. DVW is seeking experienced Freelance Sign Language Talents (US-based, native speakers) across several professional fields to join our growing team. These are currently freelance opportunities with potential for full-time work in the future.

Requirements

Currently based in the US, within commuting distance to New York City or Los Angeles. Successful candidates will be required to travel to NYC-based or LA-based studios as per project needs.
Native speaker of the following sign languages: ASL, BSL, ISL (International), LIBRAS, LSF, DGS, AUSLAN, LSM, SASL, ISL (Indian)
Experience with any of the following roles in TV/Film production: Performers, Directors, Camera Operators, Editors, Quality Control, Project Management, and Casting

Benefits

Competitive pay
Work on popular titles across film, TV, streaming, games, and much more.
Flexible project volume
Set your own schedule
Constructive feedback and support

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Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: United States
Area of Work: Media & Entertainment
Service: Media & Entertainment
Employment Type: Freelance

Working Pattern: Hybrid