German Linguist - Video Game Localization

Keyword Studios; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in the gaming industry seeks a German Game Linguist for their Barcelona office. This full-time in-house position involves translating and reviewing game content to ensure high-quality linguistic standards. Ideal candidates will be native German speakers with a passion for gaming and relevant experience.

Formación

• Native level German speaker.
• Educational qualification in linguistics or equivalent experience.
• Experience in translation or copywriting.

Responsabilidades

• Translate and review in-game content from English to German.
• Ensure high-quality translations and collaboration with other linguists.
• Handle all linguistic aspects of assigned translations.

Conocimientos

Linguistic proficiency in German

Verbal and written communication

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Educational qualification in linguistics

Descripción del empleo

Keywords is an international technical services provider to the global games industry. Established in 1998 in Dublin and now with operations in 13 studios across 10 countries, it provides integrated services for localisation, testing, audio, art creation and customer support in over 40 languages and 12 game platforms to the world’s largest games publishers and developers.

The German Game Linguist role is to translate from English into German 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. The role requires working at our Keywords Barcelona office, located at Carrer de la Diputació, 280, 08009 Barcelona. 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, review and perform linguist tasks for in-game / non-in game content from English to German 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

Requirements

• Native level German speaker
• Passion for games industry
• Educational qualification in linguistics or equivalent experience
• Experience in translation, copywriting or linguistics
• Excellent verbal and written linguistic skills both in German and English
• Must be self-motivated and able to operate in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills

Keywords International is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavour to create a workplace which 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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Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: Europe, Spain, Barcelona

Area of Work: Localization

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, In-Office