Language Manager - Russian

Larian Studios; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Inclusive activities organized by studios

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading game development company is seeking a Localization Specialist for a 2-year Fixed Term Contract in Dublin. This role involves ensuring quality translations of in-game text and marketing materials, along with managing translation memories and glossaries. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years experience in game localization and strong Russian writing skills. Join a dynamic and inclusive team dedicated to creating exceptional gaming experiences.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience or more localizing video games.
• At least one AAA game shipped is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality of the Russian translations.
• Translates in-game text, voice scripts, marketing and PR content as required.
• Creates and maintains translation memories, glossaries, and style guides.
• Provides cultural and creative input for localization.
• Maintains awareness of the games industry trends.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills in Russian

Experience localizing time-delimited dialogues

Experience with CAT Tools

Tools

memoQ

Confluence

JIRA

Job description

team.Localisation / Fixed term employment

This role is awarded as a 2 year Fixed Term Contract.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality of the Russian translations
• Translates in-game text, voice scripts, marketing and PR content as required to support products and services through development, launch and beyond
• Creates and maintains translation memories, glossaries, and style guides
• Provides cultural and creative input regarding the localization of Larian products into the target region
• Maintains awareness of the games industry in the target market and communicates trends to relevant stakeholders
• Develops and builds strong relationships with relevant stakeholders in an effort to resolve questions or conflicts related to terminology, language quality and workflow
• Playtests to confirm in-game text context for accurate translation
• Collaborates with external localization vendors to improve the language quality

Requirements

• 2 years of experience or more localizing video games
• Strong writing and editing skills in Russian
• Experience localizing time-delimited dialogues
• Experience with CAT Tools, memoQ is a plus

Nice to Haves

• At least one AAA game shipped
• Experience with voice acting casting
• Experience with Confluence and JIRA

What we offer

• An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
• An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
• A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
• Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
• Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
• Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback