German Video Game Proofreader

Keyword Studios; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks German speakers to join their Video Games Proofreaders team in Ottawa. This exciting role involves proofreading and ensuring the quality of video game content, where attention to detail and linguistic skills are paramount. Candidates will work in a dynamic, multicultural environment, with opportunities for growth and collaboration. You'll enjoy a flexible work arrangement, with the potential for both remote and in-office work. Join a company that values your skills and offers a supportive atmosphere for your professional development in the vibrant world of video games.

Benefits

Paid training

Accrued vacation

Sick/personal paid days off

Internet subsidy

Work in Office Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proficiency in German and English is essential for this role.
• Experience in proofreading or related fields is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading texts and video game content for accuracy.
• Ensuring subtitles match audio tracks and writing error reports.

Skills

German proficiency

English proficiency

Time management

Digital technology comfort

Interest in video games

Education

Canadian citizenship or work permit

Tools

Computers

Video game consoles

Touchscreens

Job description

USE YOUR LINGUISTIC SKILLS IN AN EXCITING AND MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT.

Keywords Studios Ottawa 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

• Proofreading texts and video game content (spelling, syntax, typography).
• Checking texts for consistency and recommending changes where necessary.
• Writing error reports.
• Performing minor, simple translations.
• Ensuring subtitles match the audio tracks.

Requirements

• Proficiency in German (spoken and written).
• Excellent written & spoken English.
• Live in the Ottawa area.
• Available to work from home and in-office according to project demands.
• Hold Canadian citizenship, a permanent residency, an open work permit, a Working Holiday Visa, or in the process of requesting a work permit.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks while managing your time efficiently.
• Comfortable with digital technologies (computers, video game consoles, touchscreens).
• An interest in the video game industry.
• Experience in a similar position or in a related field (an asset).

Benefits

• $19.40 per hour (bonus of $2.50 per hour after 7:00 PM).
• Contracts are on-call with potential for full-time, permanent openings with growth opportunities.
• Work in Office Bonus for employees required to work on-site.
• Internet subsidy for employees working from home.
• Paid 4-day training, accrued vacation and 2-days sick/personal paid day off per year post probation.
• Partnerships with the City of Ottawa and GoodLife Fitness (among others).
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Good luck and we look forward to meeting you!