Senior Italian Language Specialist (f/d/m) – Video Game Localization

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Are you a passionate linguist with a love for video games and a knack for ensuring top-tier quality in localization? We're looking for a Senior Italian Language Specialist to join our in-house Berlin team, supporting a leading AAA game client.

This is a senior-level role with a strong focus on linguistic quality, creative direction, and collaboration. You'll be shaping the voice and consistency of localized content across platforms, supporting both our internal teams and our client’s stakeholders. If you're experienced in MMORPG localization and excited by the idea of influencing creative decisions in gaming, we want to hear from you!

YOUR ROLE

1. Oversee the translation, editing, and proofreading of Italian video game content from English into Italian.
2. Collaborate directly with client-side stakeholders to align tone, style, and terminology.
3. Drive creative language decisions across a variety of game genres and platforms.
4. Develop and maintain style guides, glossaries, and linguistic resources.
5. Review key assets, manage linguistic escalations, and resolve queries.
6. Work cross-functionally with internal teams (Audio, LQA, Project Managers) to ensure linguistic consistency and quality.
7. Train and mentor both internal and external translators on best practices and workflows.
8. Continuously seek opportunities to optimize localization processes.

Your profile

• Native-level Italian and fluency in English (written and spoken) are a must.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in client calls and team meetings.
• Minimum 4 years of experience editing video game content, especially MMORPGs.
• Solid experience with CAT tools and project management platforms (e.g., memoQ, Jira, MS Office; experience with other tools is a plus).
• Background in linguistics, translation, or language studies.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• A passion for gaming and a belief in the power of language to enhance player immersion.

Why us?

The heart of our success lies in our powerful, diverse team, strengthened by their care and understanding for each other. As a member of the Altagram Group, you can expect to work in an exciting environment filled with passionate people who share your devotion for detail and love for games. We bring together top talents from different levels of experience — from beginners to professionals.

At Altagram, everyone is celebrated for their unique backgrounds, life experiences, and mindsets. We value personal growth and strive for an equal opportunity workplace that welcomes every individual. We believe that creating space for everyone's story — from wherever it originates — leads to collective growth. Our diverse perspectives drive innovation and set new standards in our industry.

Join us today so your voice can help shape tomorrow!

SOME OF OUR BENEFITS

• We support a harmonious work-life balance. After your first year, you'll receive additional leave entitlements that grow each year, rewarding long-term commitment.
• Regular feedback is a core part of our culture. We promote transparent communication and continuous development, with annual performance and salary reviews. We also offer performance-related bonuses.
• Berlin-based team members benefit from a subsidy for the BVG public transport ticket to ease commuting.
• Enjoy our beautiful office garden in spring and summer, perfect for outdoor meetings, working in the sun, or relaxing during lunch. Our community spirit is strengthened by barbecues and gatherings with clients and partners.
• Our kitchen offers snacks and drinks; unwind with a cold beer after work and chat with teammates.
• Take a quick break in our gaming room with darts or consoles, featuring a curated library of games for friendly competition.
• Pets are welcome! Bring your furry friends to enjoy the positive vibes in our office.