# Subtitling & captioning quote worksheet

> Scope audiovisual work by runtime, source condition, templates, transcription, translation, spotting, accessibility, review, conformance, and formats.

Published: 2026-08-20. Updated: 2026-08-20. Last verified: 2026-08-20. Review interval: 365 days. Disclosure: none.

## A finished minute is not a complete scope

The same 30-minute program can require very different work depending on audio quality, source language, template condition, dialogue density, spotting, SDH cues, forced narratives, format, and review.

- Inspect representative media before fixing the rate
- Separate transcription, translation, timing, and conformance
- Name the reading-speed and style guide
- Price extra versions and recuts
- Confirm secure media access and retention

## Media inventory example



```
Program: Episode 104, final cut v7
Runtime: 47:32
Audio: English, mixed quality, two code-switched scenes
Source assets: proxy video + final English script; no timed template
Target: es-419 subtitles + es-419 SDH
Deliveries: IMSC 1.1 and SRT
Checks: full-program review, reading speed, shot changes, names, SDH cues, conformance
```

## Download

[Download the audiovisual quote worksheet](https://admas.net/resources/templates/downloads/subtitling-captioning-quote.md)

Version 1.0. License: CC BY 4.0.

## Frequently asked questions

### Should subtitling always be priced per finished minute?

No. Finished minutes are common, but hourly, per-subtitle, program, minimum, and mixed pricing can be clearer for difficult audio, template repair, recuts, live work, conformance, or extensive review.

### What should happen when the video is recut?

Define a picture-lock assumption and a recut policy before work begins. Quote conforming or respotting separately when the timing impact cannot be predicted.

## Methodology

Admas designed this plain-language working template for transparent language-service delivery. The downloadable file contains no macros, remote formulas, tracking links, or hidden fields. Adapt it to the project, jurisdiction, client requirements, tax rules, language pair, service, and professional advice relevant to you.

## Source register

- [Timed Text Style Guide: General Requirements](https://partnerhelp.netflixstudios.com/hc/en-us/articles/215758617-Timed-Text-Style-Guide-General-Requirements) — Netflix; verified 2026-08-20.
- [Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) — Creative Commons; verified 2026-08-20.