With over 40 years experience providing dubbing, subtitling, and media services to the world’s biggest broadcasters, content creators, and distributors,
SDI Media is the number one choice for language servicing
SDI Media has the largest network of owned and operated studios
with over 150 recording rooms across 28 countries!
Our business IS localization
SDI Media Recognized as Top 10 Largest LSP in the World 
Over 40 years experience servicing major broadcasters, distributors,
and content creators
Experience working in over 80 languages
In-territory adaptation utilizing a network of more than 7,000 translators
Media Distribution Services with capacity to deliver directly to play-out
Regional hubs in Los Angeles, Warsaw, and the Philippines, “follow the sun” servicing
A global network with boutique servicing
Centralized project management; local creative input
Proprietary subtitling tools supported by internal R&D
Highest security standards. MPAA, CDSA, and TPN Certification
Customized client solutions for workflow integrations and order tracking
Trusted supplier in the Netflix NP3 program
Technology innovations to enhance localization processes,
providing best in class services
Technology tailored to improve talent engagement –
bringing talent and technology together
our services
SDI Media is the world’s leading localization provider of dubbing and subtitling services, supported by the largest network of owned and operated studios in the industry. For over 40 years, SDI Media has created the industry standard for dubbing, subtitling, translation, and media services across all platforms and continues to be a leader in developing localization technologies. As the only one-stop media localization solution in the industry, SDI Media offers clients the most secure, transparent, and flexible end-to-end workflow for any type of project.
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Coronavirus Heat Map – Vendor Partners
Coronavirus Update - Vendor Partners - Monday 11th January 2021 Click here for data relating to SDI Media owned and operated
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Coronavirus Heat Map – SDI Media Owned and Operated Studios
Coronavirus Update - SDI Media owned and operated studios - Monday 11th January 2021 Click here for data relating to our vendor
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SDI shortlisted for two Broadcast Technology Innovation Awards
SDI Media, the world’s largest localization provider, has been shortlisted for two Broadcast Technology Innovation Awards for its
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SDI Media Appoints New Country Manager for Mexico
November 5, 2020 (LA & Mexico City) – SDI Media, the world’s largest localization provider, has appointed Geraldine Bocardo as the
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SDI VP Michele Smith talks to Slator about The Poool – brand new subtitling translator registry
SDI Media VP Michele Smith discusses how innovative new recruitment solution – The Poool - enables subtitling vendors to secure the
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IMAGICA SDI Studio completes the Trusted Partner Network’s (TPN) assessment process
IMAGICA SDI Studio (ISS) is a new Japanese dubbing facility that opened in Tokyo in February 2020. In its first six months of
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Mark Howorth Interview with Slator
CEO Mark Howorth shared his thoughts and vision for 2021 in a recent interview with Slator.com who reached out to ask how SDI has managed
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Localisation Leaders Launch Audio Business Continuity Alliance
We are delighted to be supporting MESA as they build a new alliance, the Audio Business Continuity Alliance ( ABCA) The full text
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Top Twelve Tips for Voice Actors When Dubbing from Home
The pandemic and regional work-from-home mandates have forced industries to find ways to provide business critical services with a
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SDI Media and A+E Networks® UK successfully deliver on Hungarian Remote Recording
SDI Media, the world’s largest localization provider, and A+E Networks® UK have worked together to address the localization challenges
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COVID-19 Update
SDI Media has 34 owned and operated locations globally, so we are closely monitoring how each specific country is being impacted by the
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SDI Media and IMAGICA Lab. Open State-of-the-Art Dubbing Studio in Tokyo
SDI Media, the world’s largest localization provider, and IMAGICA Lab., Japan’s largest post-production facility, both IMAGICA
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SDI Celebrates Sami National Day.
Lihkku beivviin! Today, in Norway, is Sami National Day - a day devoted to the Sami people in this region. The Sami Language is spoken
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SDI Appoints PRComs for Global PR Support
Plaisted Reid Communications (PRComs), the international integrated communications agency offering PR and Marketing services for the
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Next-Gen Recruitment: Growing the Language Localization Talent Pool
by By Scott Rose, CTO, SDI Media How technology innovations have supported transparency, efficiency and recruiting additional
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Imagica Group Makes Strategic Investment in Pixelogic
SDI Media's parent company, Imagica Group Inc., an integrated global media holding company has made a strategic investment in Pixelogic, a
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SDI Media Recognized as Top 10 Largest LSP in the World
Language industry analyst and consulting firm Nimdzi Insights LLC released their annual ranking of the largest language service
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Nicky McBride featured in M&E Journal – Transparency in the Content Supply Chain
Nicky McBride, SDI Media's Vice President of Business Development was recently featured in MESA's M&E Journal discussing transparency
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Produb, The New App Connecting Dubbing Community Professionals
Introducing Produb, the world’s first app for foreign language dubbing community professionals, has just been launched for the Polish
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SDI Media Featured in Slator Magazine Interview with A+E’s Jan-Hendrik Hein
SDI Media was recently featured in Slator Magazine's interview with Jan-Hendrik Hein, Director of Media Operations at A+E Networks UK. In
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SDI Media Upgrades Prague Theatrical Recording Studios with Advanced Capabilities
Prague, Czech Republic – SDI Media has announced the completion of a full-scale upgrade to their theatrical recording room in Prague. The
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SDI Media Expands Rome Dubbing Studios with Addition of New ADR and Mix Rooms
Rome, Italy, May 30, 2018 - SDI Media has announced the upgrade of its Rome Dubbing Studios with the addition of five new ADR rooms
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SLATOR article – SDI Media CEO Mark Howorth on How Streaming Services Reset the Bar in Media Localization
Generating USD 221m of revenue in 2017, SDI Media earned itself a top 10 spot on the Slator LSPI. Los Angeles headquartered SDI Media is
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SDI Media Italy Named in Coolest New Studio List by Mix Magazine
SDI Media is proud to have been included in Mix Magazine's 2018 list of the coolest new
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SDI Media Promotes Alberto Abisso to Executive Vice President of Europe
SDI Media is pleased to announce the promotion of Alberto Abisso to Executive Vice President of Europe. Alberto has been with SDI Media for
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SDI Media Acquires International Marketing Agency, PPC Creative Ltd.
SDI Media Group has acquired independent international film marketing agency PPC Creative Ltd. t/a Picture Production Company (“PPC”)
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Automating the Content Supply Chain
SDI Media continues to drive leadership conversations on the use of AI/machine learning in localization, with CTO Scott Rose invited to
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SDI Media and GrayMeta Bring AI to the Entertainment Supply Chain
LOS ANGELES, CA, September 15, 2017 - SDI Media and GrayMeta have announced today a strategic, collaborative partnership to develop
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Q&A: Entertainment Localization Technologies
From the outside looking in, the tasks for localizing premium content (series and movies) are fairly simple. For subtitling, you translate
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Cezary Pazura – Dubbing Demo and Tour of SDI Media Poland
Polish actor, comedian, director, producer, and YouTube host Cezary Pazura (also known as "Uncle Czarek") recently did a tour of SDI Media
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NAB 2017: Content Security in the Era of Social Media no Easy Task
In an era of Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, the tiniest reveal has worldwide
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SDI Media Expands Theatrical Servicing with New Dolby Atmos Suite in Italy
SDI Media, the world’s leading localisation provider, has announced the opening of its new custom built Dolby Atmos theatrical mixing
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SDI Media to Localize Fox’s Harry in Multiple Languages For Same Day Release Across Asia
Fox Networks Group (FNG) Asia has selected SDI Media to localize popular American talk show, Harry, hosted by Harry Connick Jr. in multiple
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SDI Media Expands Services in Asia with New Fully Equipped Recording Studios in Taiwan
SDI Media, the world’s leading localization provider, announces the relocation and upgrade of its owned and operated dubbing studios in
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Watch Moomins, “Bring the Snow” in 23 Languages
SDI Media is proud to have worked with Filmkompaniet and Animoon, in association with Universal Music and Finland’s Ministry for Foreign
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THE MOOMINS ‘BRING THE SNOW’ THIS CHRISTMAS
Welcoming one and all to the wonderful world of Moominvalley, Filmkompaniet and Animoon, in association with SDI Media, Universal Music and
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SDI Media Appoints Mark Howorth to CEO Position
SDI Media is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Howorth as its new CEO. Mark has an impressive resume with extensive experience
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SDI Media BVE Panel
SDI Media's Business Development Director, Andy Marshall recently spoke on a BVE panel about localisation in a global marketplace
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SDI Media to Relocate Global Headquarters to Newly Built Studios in Los Angeles
SDI Media, the world’s leading media localization provider, is moving its global headquarters to a new 33,000 square foot facility at the
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IMAGICA and SDI Media at TIFFCOM
IMAGICA and SDI Media will be at TIFFCOM, one of Japan’s largest multi-content market exhibitions October 20 to 22, 2015 in Tokyo
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Richard Andrews Appointed Companywide President of SDI Media
SDI is pleased to announce that Richard Andrews has been appointed its new companywide President, a role in which he will be responsible
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SDI Media Acquisition by Japanese Consortium Officially Finalized
The acquisition of SDI Media was completed today by a consortium of Japanese companies led by Imagica Robot Holdings. The consortium also
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SDI Media To Be Acquired By Consortium Led By Imagica Robot Group
Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 19, 2015 - A consortium of Japanese companies has signed a definitive agreement to acquire SDI Media (SDI), a global
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Apple Approves SDI Media to Deliver Media Content Directly to iTunes
Los Angeles, CA, February 12, 2015 - SDI Media has been added to Apple’s short list of vendors approved to deliver media assets directly
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SDI Media Featured in World Screen
Check out SDI Media's SVP, Business Development & Client Services, Roy Dvorkin featured in World Screen's MIPCOM 2014
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SDI Media Opens New Custom-Built Dubbing Studios in Amsterdam
Los Angeles and Amsterdam – SDI Media announces the opening of new custom-built dubbing studios in Amsterdam. After many successful
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SDI Media Opens New Custom-Designed Dubbing Studios in Rome
Los Angeles, CA and Rome, Italy – SDI Media announces the opening of new custom-designed dubbing studios in Rome, becoming the only
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