Game Localization Project Manager (Arabic MSA)

23 Studios; Turkey; Hybrid; TRY 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

23 Studios in Turkey is seeking an experienced Arabic Project Manager to lead localization projects from kickoff to final delivery. You will act as the bridge between clients, linguists, LQA, and audio teams, ensuring milestones are met and quality is maintained.

As a native Arabic speaker with strong English communication and a passion for gaming, you will coordinate workflows, manage glossaries, and proactively address linguistic risks to deliver native-level game content.

Qualifications

• Native or native-level Arabic and excellent English communication.
• Experience English to Arabic translation, editing or localization (game localization a plus).
• Currently residing in Turkey, open to Hybrid/Remote full-time work.
• Gamer with strong knowledge of video games and gaming culture.
• Experience in gaming localization, LQA, or related projects; amateur welcome.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with clear coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage Arabic localization projects end-to-end and set milestones.
• Translate, edit, and proofread EN→AR for game text and marketing copy.
• Coordinate workflows with translators, LQA testers, audio teams and clients.
• Maintain glossaries, style guides and terminology consistency across projects.
• Identify linguistic and cultural risks to ensure native-level quality.

Skills

Project management

Arabic language

English communication

Gaming knowledge

Job description

23 Studios is growing! We’re looking for a full-time Arabic Project Manager to join our team in Turkey (Hybrid/Remote).

About Us

Founded in 2009, 23 Studios is a leading game localization studio with teams in Istanbul and Estonia. Working across all Steam-supported languages, we’ve delivered 900+ projects alongside industry leaders like Ubisoft, SEGA, CD Projekt RED, Owlcat, Blizzard, Focus Entertainment, Netflix, and many more.

About The Role

As our Arabic Project Manager, you will take ownership of Arabic localization projects from kickoff to final delivery, acting as the key bridge between clients, linguists, LQA, and audio teams.

What You’ll Do

• Manage Arabic localization projects end-to-end and set clear project milestones.
• Perform hands-on translation, editing, and proofreading (EN to AR) for game text and marketing copy.
• Coordinate workflows with translators, LQA testers, audio teams, and clients.
• Maintain glossaries, style guides, and terminology consistency across projects.
• Identify linguistic/cultural risks early to ensure native-level quality.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently residing in Turkey and available for a Hybrid/Remote full-time position.
• Native or native-level Arabic and excellent English communication skills.
• Proven experience in English to Arabic translation, editing, or localization (game localization experience is a huge plus).
• A true gamer at heart, with a strong understanding of video games and gaming culture.
• Previous involvement in gaming, localization, translation, LQA, or community projects. Amateur experience is absolutely welcome.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to coordinate between multiple teams.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset.