GENERAL PROGRAM QUESTIONS
How long will my temporary Qualified Contributor (QC) status last?
Students without QC status may receive temporary QC status in order to gain access to necessary videos during the program. Your account will have QC status for exactly two months. If you are currently paying for the Viki Pass and do not achieve true QC status during that time, your subscription will resume after the two months have ended.
I sent a message to my Sensei five days ago, but she/he has still not responded. What should I do now?
If you do not hear from your sensei within five days of completing your assignment or corrections, please send another message to verify that your sensei received it. If you still do not receive a reply after two days, you may send a message to the Chief Sensei of your current level (see Ninja Academy channel wall) or AmyPun, who will check in with your Sensei. If the Chief Sensei or Amy does not hear back from the sensei, you will be assigned a new instructor.
How do I find projects after graduation?
If you would like to volunteer at an on-air project, check to see if any channels in the On-Air or Coming Soon categories are in need of contributors. Generally, you will be able to tell if a team is already full or still needs help by checking the team's volunteer list (if it exists) on the channel wall. Channels also often recruit team members in the Project Board at the Viki Discussions.
If you would like to volunteer at an off-air (archived) project, try checking the Project Finder or browsing all channels for projects that may interest you.
As a graduate of Ninja Academy, you will periodically receive invites from Ninja staff to join teams on a first come, first serve basis.
Click here to view more information on how to find projects.
If you would like to volunteer at an off-air (archived) project, try checking the Project Finder or browsing all channels for projects that may interest you.
As a graduate of Ninja Academy, you will periodically receive invites from Ninja staff to join teams on a first come, first serve basis.
Click here to view more information on how to find projects.
How do I become a Jr. Sensei (a.k.a. Teaching assistant)? How do I become a Sensei?
To become a Jr. Sensei in the Segging Academy, you must pass a video with 97% accuracy. If you pass your graduation videos with 97% accuracy, you automatically qualify to be a Jr. Sensei. As a new Jr. Sensei, you will receive the guidance of a Sensei while teaching students.
To become a Sensei in Segging Academy, you must pass a video with 98% accuracy. If you are applying to become a Sensei of Segging Academy, you also need to have Power Segmenter status. We are always looking for new Jr. Sensei and Sensei. Please contact AmyPun if you are interested!
For Subbing Academy, please contact the moderator for your language for information on joining the team!
To become a Sensei in Segging Academy, you must pass a video with 98% accuracy. If you are applying to become a Sensei of Segging Academy, you also need to have Power Segmenter status. We are always looking for new Jr. Sensei and Sensei. Please contact AmyPun if you are interested!
For Subbing Academy, please contact the moderator for your language for information on joining the team!
What do I do if the video I was assigned is not available in my region?
If you cannot access your video, please let your sensei know. Your sensei will help you find a workaround or assign you a video from a different channel.
Why are more students graduating from the Sandbox than the Academy?
The Segmenting Sandbox is the introductory stage of the program, allowing students to become familiar with the art of segmenting. Students are not required to continue to the Academy, but it is recommended for those who wish to contribute in future projects. Because completing the entire program (Sandbox and Academy) is not mandatory, and because some students inevitably drop out of the Academy before finishing, more students graduate from the Sandbox than the Academy.
Please note that the introductory Sandbox may not be available for Subbing Academy programs. Instead, most subbing programs only have the "academy" portion, which includes all of the training you will need.
Please note that the introductory Sandbox may not be available for Subbing Academy programs. Instead, most subbing programs only have the "academy" portion, which includes all of the training you will need.
Why can't we work on outside projects in our area of study while training in the program?
We hope to provide you with all the training resources you need in order to become an effective segmenter or subtitler for "real life" projects. We ask that you please wait to work on outside projects until you have graduated and demonstrated an ability for quality contributions.
If you are going through the Segging Academy, you may still work on subtitling projects. Likewise, if you are going through the Subbing Academy, you may still work on segmenting projects. If an exception is needed, please contact your sensei.
If you are going through the Segging Academy, you may still work on subtitling projects. Likewise, if you are going through the Subbing Academy, you may still work on segmenting projects. If an exception is needed, please contact your sensei.
How long will it take until I am accepted into the program?
If you applied to Segging Academy, you can expect to enter the Sandbox portion of the program within a few weeks to a few months. Depending on the time of the year, the wait time may be longer or shorter. Subbing Academy wait times depend on the language. Please contact a moderator for the language to find out your wait time.
SEGGING PROGRAM QUESTIONS
Do I take the written exam before or after segmenting the graduation videos?
We recommend taking the written exam before submitting your videos. In most cases, you will not receive your video score until your written exam has been completed.
When will I receive the results for my graduation videos?
Please allow up to 15 days for the panel to review your videos. If you have not received a score within 15 days, make sure the panel received your notifications by checking the sent messages in your Inbox. If the notifications went through, please send a new message to your Final Panelist to find out the status of your videos.
Do I need to add team credits in the graduation videos?
Although we ask that you please add credits in each Academy level for practice, it is NOT necessary to add team credits in the graduation videos.
Do I need to add segments for on-screen text that is irrelevant to the scene (e.g., random shop signs, house numbers, etc.)?
No, it is not necessary to add segments for on-screen text that is not relevant. If you are not sure whether something is relevant, add a segment for it just in case.
Can I retake the written or video exam if I don't pass?
Yes, you can retake the exams. If you would like additional training before retaking the video exam, this option will be available to you.
How long does it take to go through the entire program?
The answer to this largely depends on your availability and effort. Generally, you can expect to spend about three months in the program. However, some trainees are able to graduate in less than a month, while others spend six months or more in the program.
What does it mean to “specialize” in a language?
A Ninja Specialist is someone who has received extra training in a particular language and passed a third video (in addition to the two grad videos) in that language with 95% accuracy. This is in contrast to the score required to pass grad videos (93%). Understanding the selected language is not necessary in order to specialize. The specialization option is typically available to you after you have graduated and gained some experience in real projects. If you are interested in specializing, please contact the Channel Manager.
SUBBING PROGRAM QUESTIONS
Why isn't subbing academy available for my language?
Each Subbing Academy program is developed and led by community volunteers. Therefore, availability will depend on the ability of volunteers to dedicate their time and effort to running a program. If your language is not available, please do not worry! Training is NOT required to subtitle in projects. You can learn more about how to subtitle by visiting the Subtitling Guide and the Channel Roles Guide.
I am interested in developing a new Subbing Academy program. Who do I contact?
Subbing Academy is looking for experienced subtitlers and editors of all languages to develop programs and teach new volunteers. If you are interested, please contact the Chief Subbing Academy Moderator, dimghro. Be sure to include your qualifications/background in English and any other languages.
I am interested in teaching in an established Subbing Academy program. Who do I contact?
Please contact the moderator(s) or sensei within the specific language academy.
When subtitling in a channel outside of the program, where do I input my progress?
Please follow the rules of each channel for logging progress. Some channels may use an external progress chart (e.g., a Google spreadsheet), while others may ask that you use the Team Discussion. If a channel does not specify where to log progress, please use the Team Discussion or contact the moderator of the language for help.