German & Japanese speaking Video Games Translator
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Description
To work as part of their global translation and editing team they wish to recruit a German and Japanese speaking Translator.
The typical job responsibilities will include:
Translation and proofreading of a wide variety of computer games-related material, such as in-game text, templates, press releases, and all other marketing materials in the language of expertise.
Ensuring consistency regarding the use of terminology and style in the language of expertise.
Lead and support projects as required
Support localisation specialists/editing team/coordinators as required
Collaborate with other languages in order to keep high level of standards/quality across all languages
Responsibilities
CANDIDATE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
German to mother tongue standard as well as excellent Japanese ( Japanese Proficiency Test Level 1 or equivalent) and fluent English
Experience as professional translator (not necessarily as a computer game translator, but gaming experience is desirable)
Proficient in MS Office Package, especially in Excel
Knowledge of translation memory software, in particular MemoQ is a plus
Creative writing style
Knowledge of local culture for language of expertise
Great attention to details
Flexibility and ability to work under pressure with unpredictable schedules and tight deadlines
Good team-player
Hard Skills
- Memo preparation
- Marketing research
- Advanced language knowledge
- Proofreading and editing skills
- Simultaneous translations experience
Soft Skills
- Communication
- Team player
- Creative
- Attention to detail
