International Translations
Frequently Asked Questions

 

1. What is the cost of translating an international language?
2. What fees are charged for translation licensing?
3. How are international language translations funded?
4. What languages are already translated?
5. Who does the translation work?
6. Why must a questionnaire be filled out by the applicant?
7. Who own's the copyright on translated videos?
8. What royalties must be paid to Illustra Media?
9. What materials are available to make the translations?
10. Who owns the copyrights for translated versions?
11. Is financing assistance offered for translations?
12. What are the steps to completing a translation?
13. What materials are included on the free data DVD?

 

 
1. What is the cost of translating an international language?
 
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.
   
International Mastering Costs
Duplication from NTSC master
Digibeta to PAL Digibeta (4 channels)
$ 285
Digibeta to NTSC Digibeta (4 channels)
$ 300
Digibeta to PAL DVcam (2 channels)
$ 285
Digibeta to NTSC DVcam (2 channels)
$ 95
Digibeta to PAL Betacam (2 channels)
$ 285
Digibeta to NTSC Betacam (2 channels)
$ 90
DVcam to PAL DVcam (2 channels)
$ 285
DVcam to NTSC DVcam (2 channels)
$ 95
DVcam to PAL Betacam (2 channels)
$ 285
DVcam to NTSC Betacam (2 channels)
$ 95
VHS NTSC window dub
$ 32

VHS PAL window dub

$ 100
   
Shipping
USA
$ 50
So. Am.
$ 150
Asia
$ 125
Europe
$ 150

Africa

$ 200
   

Handling

$ 120
   
Free resources on data DVD
Scripts (English)
Free
Title lists (English)
Free
DVD Menu text (English)
Free
Promotional Photos
Free
Audio Files
Free
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2. What fees are charged for translation licensing?
 

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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3. How are international language translations funded?
 

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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4. What languages are already translated?

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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5. Who does the translation work?

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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6. Why must a questionnaire be filled out by the applicant?
 
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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7. Who own's the copyright on translated videos?
Illustra Media will hold the copyright on all translated productions, packaging and related materials, regardless of who does the work.
8. What royalties must be paid to Illustra Media?
 
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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9. What materials are available to make the translations?
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):
Unlocking the Mystery of Life (58 minute & 67 Minute versions)
   

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
English scripts
Title & DVD menu text lists
DVD menu backgrounds
Select Audio resources
Promotional Photos

The Privileged Planet
   
   
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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10. Who owns the copyrights for translated versions?
 

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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11. Is financing assistance offered for translations?
 
No, all financing must be provided or arranged by the licensee.
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12. What are the steps to completing a translation?
 
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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13. What materials are included on the free data DVD?

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
Full English Stereo Mix.wav
Music & Effects StereoMix.wav
Voice Under Stereo Mix.wav
Meun Music Sterer Loop.wav

DVD MENU BACKGROUNDS
Bouns Features Bkgnd.tga
Chapter Selection Background 1-4.tga
Chapter Selection Background 5-8.tga
Chapter Selection Background 9-12-6.tga
Illustra Media Logo.tga
Main Menu_blank.tga
Main Menu_with title.tga
Questions & Aanswers Background.tga

ID TITLE BANNERS
Interview_Id_banner_left.tga
Interview_Id_banner_right.tga

PACKAGING ARTWORK
DVD_cover.tif
DVD_cover_Guide.tif
DVD_cover_Words.pdf
DVD_coverNoBonus.tif
DVD_coverNoBonus_Guide.tif
DVD_coverNoBonus_Words.pdf
DVD_disc.tif
DVD_disc_Guide.tif
DVD_disk_Words.pdf
DVD_insert.tif
DVD_insert_Words.pdf
DVD_quicksleeve.tif
DVD_quicksleeve_Guide.tif
DVD_quicksleeve_Words.pdf
VHS_box.tif
VHS_box_Guide.tif
VHS_box_Words.pdf

PROMOTIONAL STILLS
100 photos

SCRIPTS AND TITLE LISTS
DVD Menu Text.doc
Film Titles.doc
Script Grand Master20050428.doc

WEB PROMO VIDEOS
preview_1000k.mov
preview_1000k.rm
preview_1000k.wmv
preview_256k.mov
preview_256k.rm
preview_256k.wmv
preview_56k.mov
preview_56k.rm
preview_56k.wmv

 

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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