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International Translations Frequently Asked Questions |
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1. What is the cost of translating an international language?
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It is the responsibility of the requesting agency to arrange and pay for all script translation fees, all DVD authoring fees, all replication fees, all distribution fees and all promotional fees. As well, Illustra Media must be reimbursed, in advance, for all master duplication and shipping fees. As cost schedule is provided here as an approximate guideline. Some fees may vary. |
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Illustra Media does not charge a licensing fee, However, we do require that royalty be paid for units sold of the translated version. Currently the recommended percentage is 10% of retail. Details of the arrangement in the licensing contract.
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Each language project is funded by the licensee. Illustra Media, in most cases does not have funding available to underwrite language translations.
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Unlocking the Mystery of Life - English, Spanish, Russian, Czech, Slovak, Polish, Cambodian, Thai The Privileged Planet - English Where Does the Evidence Lead? (only available for subtitles)- English
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Illustra Media will only to provide English master materials. All translation and production work shall accomplished by the licensee or by production facilities hired by the licensee. Illustra Media will not be responsible for costs incurred by the licensee for any reason, including late arrival of materials or materials unsuitable for production purposes. Illustra Media will replace defective master duplicates that we provide.
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The questionnaire will aid Illustra Media in determining the ability of the requesting agency to make a high quality translation of our productions. The questions should be answered with a view toward identifying for us the professional competence of your organization to accomplish the translation project. As well, the questionnaire will allow us to formulate a contract tailored to your specific needs. |
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Illustra Media will hold the copyright on all translated productions, packaging and related materials, regardless of who does the work. |
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Royalties shall be paid to Illustra Media according to the provisions of each individual contract. Licensee may recoup production costs prior to paying royalties. |
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These materials are available, which can be provided in your choice of standard (PAL or NTSC) and video tape format (DV cam, Betacam SP or Digibeta): |
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Unlocking the Mystery of Life (58 minute & 67 Minute versions) |
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Program video with English titles |
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The Privileged Planet |
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Program video with English titles Program video without English titles Program audio with complete English voices Program audio with no English voices Program audio with only low volume English interviews, no narration Audio of English interviews only, No music or effects English scripts (58 minute version) Title & DVD menu text lists DVD menu backgrounds Select Audio resources Promotional Photos |
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Illustra Media retains the right to manufacture and distribute all international Language translations in North America. Licensee shall provide Completed translation on a DVcam NTSC master for our files and domestic distribution.
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No, all financing must be provided or arranged by the licensee. |
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1. INITIAL CONTACT - Potential licensee (applicant) contacts Illustra Media via phone or email and shall be instructed to contact http://www.illustramedia.com/international_translations/ From this page applicant may read the “Frequently asked questions” and download the “Questionnaire” for submission to Illustra Media. 2. QUESTIONNAIRE RETURNED – Once the questionnaire is received from the applicant and reviewed as needed by Illustra Media the translation coordinator will dialog with applicant and determine suitability of applicant to meet our requirements for an international translation license. 3. LICENSE APPROVAL – Upon approval of application and dialog with applicant, Illustra Media will send an applicable contract to the applicant to be signed and returned via postal mail or courier. The contract shall govern all relationship with the licensee. 4. RECEIVE CONTRACT / SEND SCRIPT – Upon receipt of signed contract Illustra Media will supply necessary scripts via internet downloads. 5. RECEIVE TRANSLATED SCRIPT - Licensee will commence translation and supply Illustra Media with a copy for our records and quality control purposes. Illustra Media will grant permission to record narration tracks based upon our approval of the translated script. 6. SEND RESOURCE ORDER FORM LINK– When Illustra Media has approved the translated script the licensee will be provided with a link and will be instructed to download and complete the “Duplicate Master Order Form” available via the internet. 7. ORDER RECIEPT, REVIEW AND PRICE QUOTE – When the licensee’s “Duplicate Master Order Form” is received and reviewed by Illustra Media we will send a cost quote and provide the necessary information for international bank to bank wire transfer of funds necessary to cover the duplication, shipping and handling of duplicate video masters for translation production work by the licensee. 8. ORDER & SHIP DUPLICATE MASTERS AND RESOURCES DVD – Upon notification from the licensee and our local bank of completion of the wire transfer of funds, Illustra Media will order and ship within 10 days the ordered duplicate masters. As well, Illustra Media will include a data DVD containing production materials and resources that are available, such as alternate audio tracks, packaging, DVD elements and promotional materials. Licensee will ascertain that all materials provided by Illustra Media are suitable for their production needs prior to contracting professional production services. Illustra Media will not be held financially responsible for materials inappropriately ordered or delayed in shipment for any reason. We will replace returned defective materials with identical materials. 9. FINAL RELEASE CHECK PRINT – Licensee, upon completion of its final release product, shall submit to Illustra Media 10 copies of the finished package and media contents for approval and review. 10. RECEIVE TRANSLATED MASTER – Upon completion of production and approval, licensee shall provide Illustra Media a DVcam NTSC master of the translated program 11. LICENSEE REPORTS – Licensee shall, as provided by the signed contract, provide regular reports and royalty payments. |
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When Translation Applicants order masters for production, Illustra Media includes a free data DVD, which includes these listed materials for use in their translation project: AUDIO DVD MENU BACKGROUNDS ID TITLE BANNERS PACKAGING ARTWORK PROMOTIONAL STILLS SCRIPTS AND TITLE LISTS WEB PROMO VIDEOS |
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NOTE: In all issues, regardless of verbal or written information provided by Illustra Media, the signed contract between Licensee and Illustra Media shall prevail. |
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