Closed captioning

Closed captioning makes videos easier to watch for everyone. It adds text on screen that matches what's being said. This helps people who can't hear well or at all.

People can turn captions on or off. This makes them useful for many viewers. Laws like the American with Disabilities Act say videos must have captions.

Closed captions help everyone watch videos, no matter their hearing. They help over 5% of people worldwide enjoy movies and shows.

Captions help people understand videos better. Now, more videos are made than ever before. Captions make these videos more fun for everyone.

The voiceover industry aims for captions to be 99% accurate. This means captions are very clear and helpful for viewers.

Automatic Speech Recognition technology is getting better but still not perfect. This shows why professional captions are important for clear videos.

CyraCom has been working in the voiceover field for 25 years. They offer great captions and keep files safe. They also have important certifications.

Closed captions are not just for movies. They're also used in games and entertainment. Most players in Assassin's Creed: Odyssey like to keep captions on.

More young people like watching shows with subtitles. This shows how important captions are for different viewers.

TikTok is making captions more popular with young people. This shows how social media helps make videos easier to watch for everyone.

While "captions" and "subtitles" are often used together, they're not the same. Captions include all sounds in a video, not just talking. Subtitles mainly focus on what people say.

Closed captions are more flexible than open captions. Viewers can turn them on or off and change languages. This makes watching videos better on all devices.

Movies theaters give special devices for captions to deaf viewers. But these devices can sometimes not work well. Open captions show captions for everyone, without needing extra devices.

In short, closed captioning is key in the voiceover world. It makes videos easy for everyone to watch and enjoy. It's important for reaching different people and making videos better for all.

The Difference Between Closed Captions and Subtitles

Closed captions and subtitles are often mixed up, but they are different. Subtitles show what people are saying on screen. Closed captions give a full view of the audio, including talking, sounds, and music.

Subtitles help with translation, showing what's being said in another language. They're used when watching shows in a language you don't know. Subtitles are at the bottom of the screen and match the talking.

Closed captions are for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. They give a full view of the audio, including sounds, music, and who's speaking. This makes videos more accessible.

Closed captions can be turned on or off by viewers. Subtitles can't be turned off and are always on. This lets deaf or hard of hearing viewers control their watching.

Knowing the difference between closed captions and subtitles is key in the voiceover world. They help with translation and make videos more accessible. Both are important for a better viewing experience.

Choosing Between Voice-Over, Subtitling, and Closed Captions

When you want to reach people all over the world, you have three main choices: voice-over, subtitling, and closed captions. Each has its own good points and downsides. These depend on who you want to reach, what kind of video it is, and how much you can spend.

Voice-over means recording a new audio track that tells what's happening in the video. It makes watching easy but can cost more than subtitles or closed captions. You'll need to pay for a voice actor and a studio to record the translation. It's great for videos with lots of talking or scenes you need to watch closely.

Subtitling adds text on the screen that matches what people are saying. It's cheaper than voice-overs and works well for many languages. But, subtitles have limits like not being able to show too many characters at once. They also take up some of the screen space.

Closed captions are like subtitles but for deaf or hard-of-hearing people. They make videos more accessible and follow rules for accessibility. Closed captions are mostly for deaf people or those who have trouble hearing. They're used for live shows, sports, and TV.

Closed captions can also help people learn a new language. They can boost your video's search ranking by adding more keywords in the text.

FAQ

What is closed captioning in the voiceover industry?

Closed captioning makes videos easier to watch for everyone. It shows text on the screen that matches what's being said in the video. This includes everything from what people say to sound effects and music.

What is the difference between closed captions and subtitles?

Subtitles are for translating what people say in a video. Closed captions are a full version of what's happening in the video, including sounds and music. Subtitles help with translation. Closed captions help people who have trouble hearing.

Why are closed captions important in the voiceover industry?

Closed captions make sure everyone can watch videos. They're a must for public videos because of the American with Disabilities Act. They help a lot of viewers enjoy videos more.

What are the options for audio translation in the voiceover industry?

There are three main ways to translate audio in the voiceover world. Voice-over means recording a new audio track that tells what's happening in the video. Subtitling adds text on the screen for what people say. Closed captions show the audio as text, mainly for people who can't hear well.

How do I choose between voice-over, subtitling, and closed captions?

Choosing depends on who you want to watch the video and the type of video. Voice-over is good for complex stories or videos with lots of action. Subtitling fits videos that focus on feelings and actions. Closed captions are best for videos for deaf or hard-of-hearing viewers.