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Associate Localisation Coordinator - CA Sofia

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate Localisation Coordinator to join the Localisation team on our Total War franchise. The right candidate will be working mainly with our SEGA UK based team of Localisation Project Managers, Localisation QA Managers, and other localisation specialists as well as our internal CA team of Development Managers, Writers and Designers to deliver this content and contribute to the stellar localisation experience for Total War titles developed at the studio. Key Responsibilities Working alongside our experienced Localisation/Development Managers and teams as well as our Localisation team at SEGA, you will be responsible for coordinating the localisation of all assigned projects to ensure every project is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest level of accuracy and quality standards. On a day-to-day basis, you will: 

  • Plan out a timeline for localisation based on the project key dates and localisation content and communicate this schedule out to all relevant stakeholders. 
  • Set up and lead localisation kick off meetings for text and audio, regular project catch-up meetings for project updates, postmortem meetings and any other relevant meetings to discuss the project and drive the project forward as well as to address any problems and issues.
  • Gather and supply any necessary information when budgets are created (i.e. word counts, voice over requirements).
  • Track text and translation progress, inform relevant stakeholders of any delays and collaborate with them to find solutions if the schedule is affected.
  • Export text files from the database, send it to SEGA for translation and import the translations back into the game upon receipt whilst managing any translator queries.
  • Supply regular working builds and keys to SEGA for translators and localisation testers.
  • Liaise with designers on the project team regarding the subtitles, implement them into the game and add localised versions.
  • Implement text bug fixes, update builds for regression testing, address localisation bugs by fixing text files or escalating them to developers.
  • Identify any issues affecting quality and proactively improve processes to enhance the game’s quality at release.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential 

  • Very good written and spoken English 
  • Experience within a Quality Assurance or Localisation role 
  • Ability to quickly learn new tools and software 
  • Understanding of contemporary workflows and processes 
  • Good knowledge of Excel 
  • Excellent organisational, communication skills and a proactive attitude 
  • Able to work as a team player and under own initiative 
  • A keen interest in and a passion for localisation in video games 

Desirable 

  • Experience working on shipped AAA titles 
  • JIRA experience and Confluence 
  • Knowledge and familiarity of Total War brand 
  • Any general experience within a similar role in localisation 


About Creative Assembly
Creative Assembly crafts deep and detailed games that last, entertaining millions of players across the globe for decades.
We are all game makers and we care deeply about the experiences we create. We empower our teams to make significant contributions to our games, supported by skills development and growth opportunities.

We are located in Horsham, UK in Newcastle, UK and Sofia, Bulgaria.

We offer many benefits to support you and your family including:

    • Additional medical and dental health insurance for you, your partner and kids, life insurance, and free health care screening
    • Additional holiday allowance plus full studio closure over the Christmas and New Year period, as all Bulgarian Bank holidays
    • Annual discretionary studio bonus
    • Defined career development pathways and personalised training support including; SEGA Dev Day, internal masterclasses, prestigious creative workshops, on-site training with renowned specialists and global conference attendance
    • Wellbeing support with an employee assistance programme
    • Free games and merchandise plus access to our extensive games library
    • Free breakfast every day - toast, cereals, yoghurts, fresh fruit, soft drinks and more in our fully stocked kitchen
    • Office massages
    • Studio parties for you and your family; such as our Summer and Christmas parties, Children’s day party, wrap parties for game releases

    Our studio sites have disabled access. 

    We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

     Note to Recruitment Agencies: SEGA Europe Limited and our studios do not accept unsolicited candidate introductions from unauthorised third parties. For the avoidance of doubt, SEGA Europe is not liable for any fees, compensation or any other costs associated with the introduction of a candidate or recruitment services unless and until an agreement has been duly executed. Further details can be found here.

    Associate Localisation Coordinator - CA Sofia

    Awarded Company

    Sofia
    Full time

    Published on 6 Oct 2024

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