French Games Linguist

Keyword Studios; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading localization service provider is seeking a French Game Linguist to translate game content from English to French. The role requires native-level French skills and a passion for gaming. Candidates should hold a qualification in linguistics or translation and possess excellent communication skills. The position is based in Madrid and involves working closely with a team to ensure high-quality translations. This is a unique opportunity for those passionate about the gaming industry.

Formación

• Native level French speaker with excellent command of English.
• Passion for the games industry and gaming culture.
• Educational qualification in linguistics, translation, or equivalent field.
• Experience in translation or copywriting is a plus.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Translate in-game content from English to French to a high-quality standard.
• Ensure the best possible quality in linguistic aspects of translations.
• Collaborate with other linguists to maintain consistency and quality.

Conocimientos

Native level French speaker

Excellent command of English

Passion for the games industry

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Educación

Qualification in linguistics or translation

Herramientas

CAT tools (e.g., Memsource/Phrase, MemoQ)

Descripción del empleo

Established in 1998 and operating in over 60 languages, Keywords Group is a fast-growing international service provider to the global Video Game Industry. With offices in Dublin, Tokyo, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Montreal, Barcelona, Madrid, Rome, Milan, Rio de Janeiro, New Delhi and more, we work worldwide to deliver a broad range of linguistic, testing, quality assurance, and customer support services to Video Game Developers and Publishers.

The French Game Linguist role is to translate from English into French in game content. This role requires excellent language skills, creativity, and a passion for Games.

This position is In‑house working on a client specific project expected to last 4 months (February‑June), with potential for longer commitment. The role requires working at our Keywords office for the full duration of the project. Our office is located at C. de Julián Camarillo, 6A, 3ºB, San Blas‑Canillejas, 28037 Madrid, Spain. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team focusing on in‑game content for a leading games publisher!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Translate in‑game content from English to French to a high‑quality standard.
• Be responsible for all linguistic aspects of the translations you are assigned to ensure the best possible quality is achieved.
• Collaborate with other linguists on the project to maintain consistency and quality across translations.

Requirements

• Native level French speaker with excellent command of English.
• Passion for the games industry and gaming culture.
• Educational qualification in linguistics, translation, or equivalent field.
• Experience in translation, copywriting, or linguistics is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
• Self‑motivated and able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with CAT tool software, (e.g. Memsource/Phrase, MemoQ) is an advantage.

Keywords International is dedicated to following a well‑established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavour to create a workplace that provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

At KWS, we value and encourage diversity in all its forms. We foster an inclusive environment and give special priority to the inclusion of people with disabilities, convinced that diversity enriches and strengthens us as a team. This is why a valid disability certificate will be highly valued.

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Benefits

Please note that due to the holiday period, we will not be able to provide updates to selected candidates until the beginning of the new year.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: Europe, Spain, Barcelona

Area of Work: Localization

Service: Globalize

Working Pattern: In‑Office