German Video Game Proofreader

Keywords Studios; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a vibrant and multicultural environment! Join a dynamic team as a Video Games Proofreader, where your linguistic skills will shine. This role involves proofreading texts, ensuring consistency, and even dabbling in translations. With the flexibility of working from home or in-office based on project needs, you’ll enjoy a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. The position offers competitive compensation, including bonuses for evening shifts, and the potential for full-time opportunities. If you have a passion for video games and language, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

Internet subsidy for remote work

Paid training

Accrued vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Work in Office Bonus

2 paid sick/personal days

Partnerships with local services

Qualifications

• Proficiency in German and English is essential for this role.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently is important.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading texts and video game content for accuracy.
• Checking for consistency and recommending necessary changes.
• Writing error reports and performing minor translations.

Skills

German proficiency

English proficiency

Time management

Digital technology comfort

Interest in video games

Job description

USE YOUR LINGUISTIC SKILLS IN AN EXCITING AND MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT!

Keywords Studios Montreal is looking for German speakers to join our Video Games Proofreaders team.

*Bank of Candidates*
If successful in our recruitment process, candidates will join our pool of candidates and will be contacted once we have an opportunity.

Main tasks

1. Proofreading texts and video game contents (spelling, syntax, typography, etc.)
2. Checking texts for consistency and recommending changes where necessary.
3. Writing error reports.
4. Performing minor, simple translations.
5. Ensuring subtitles match the audio tracks.

Minimum Requirements

1. Proficiency in German (spoken and written).
2. Excellent written & spoken English.
3. Live in the Montreal area.
4. Available to work from home and in-office according to project demands.
5. Authorized to work in Canada.
6. Ability to juggle multiple tasks while managing your time efficiently.
7. Comfortable with digital technologies (computers, video game consoles, touchscreens, etc.)
8. An interest in the video game industry.
9. Experience in a similar position or in a related field (an asset).

Compensation and Benefits

1. $18.80 per hour (bonus of $2.50 per hour after 7:00 PM).
2. Contracts are on-call with potential for full-time, permanent openings with growth opportunities.
3. Work in Office Bonus for employees required to work on-site.
4. Internet subsidy for employees working from home.
5. Paid 4-day training, accrued vacation and 2-days sick/personal paid day off per year post probation.
6. Partnerships with STM, BIXI, Telus, Bell, Dell, Nautilus Gym, Dialogue and Bonjour-Santé (among others).
7. Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Good luck and we look forward to meeting you!

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Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: Americas, Canada, Montreal

Area of Work: QA Testing Services

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Full Time

Working Pattern: In-Office, Remote