Subtitle viewing trends
More and more people are switching on the subtitles when watching all kinds of content, but why? What. and who, is driving this sky-rocketing use of captions?
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The path to becoming multilingual
Is learning a language easy? No. But is it worth it? Absolutely. We take a look at the benefits of becoming multilingual, and explore some of the best ways to get there.
Squid Game and Netflix’s use of subtitles
Squid Game is dominating conversation at the moment, which got us thinking about Netflix and its offering of foreign language content. What does it mean for the subtitling industry?
The effect of the human touch on translation and voiceover
Thanks to recent developments and advancements in technology, there has been big changes in the voiceover and translation industries. Although impressive, can these services really replicate the effect created with the human touch?
What makes a good podcast?
With over 2 million shows and at least 48 million episodes, the power of podcasting is indisputable. In honour of International Podcast Day, we take a closer look at what it is that makes them so special, and their skyrocketing popularity.
How can Matinée help your business with accessibility?
On the 23rd September, the International Day of Sign Languages will raise awareness of the importance of these languages, so we take a look at the other ways in which accessibility should be considered in day-to-day life.
How to get the most from your quote
Whichever service you require, Matinée always strive to provide the most accurate quote. To help us do that, there are a few details you can share with us – here are our top tips.
The importance of effective IVR messaging
“For effective audio messaging, please press one.” We’ve all been on the receiving end of a frustrating automated phone message, so what are the benefits of investing into these systems?
The Olympics: communicating with the world
It’s not hard to see how sport, especially the Olympics, can bring the world closer together. So, how does multilingual communication work at the games? We take a look at everything, from official languages, to interpreters.
What is needed to become a successful voice artist?
Perhaps without you even realising, the work of voice artists can be found everywhere in our day-to-day lives. If you think voice acting might be for you, have a read of our top tips and advice on how to get going in the industry.
Covid-19 and the need for medical explainer videos
Since March 2020, we’ve seen an increased demand for medical voiceovers, from explainers to Covid IVR messages. So, how has the pandemic increased the demand for medical voiceovers, and why is this type of content more important than ever?
How do gendered languages accommodate for non-binary terms?
As language continues to evolve as the needs of speakers change, how can gendered languages like Spanish and French accommodate for non-binary terms? We take a look.
