A practical method
- Transcribe or obtain the final spoken track.
- Correct names, numbers and meaningful sound information.
- Review timing and readability in the destination player.
An example brief to adapt
Prepare a caption-review checklist using my approved narration as a reference. Remind the editor to compare it with the actual rendered audio, since wording or timing may differ. Flag names and numerical statements for careful review before uploading the caption file.
Review before moving on
- Does text match the actual audio?
- Are important sounds represented where needed?
- Are timing and readability checked?
Record a concrete observation beside each check: a line in the treatment, a source passage or a timestamp in the downloaded film. If you cannot inspect an item yet, leave it open. A request in a brief is an intention; the result is what must be reviewed.
Download this guide’s editable text worksheet
What to avoid
Automatic transcription is a starting point, not final approval. Review especially small words that reverse meaning, such as not, before publishing.
Sources and scope
The method and fictional brief are original editorial guidance for planning and review. They do not establish a measured performance gain or guarantee a particular render. Product statements follow Kleo’s public pages, checked on 2026-09-23; official platform guidance is linked where relevant.
- Kleo FAQ — Product capabilities and limitations; reconfirm before production.
- Kleo pricing — Current starter offer, product conditions and quoted credit costs.
- W3C WAI: captions and subtitles — Caption purpose, accuracy and timing; a checklist alone does not establish conformance.
See the published Kleo examples to inspect actual showcased work. Example films may reflect a different production setup; check the current offer for your own job.