Localization Project Manager (m/f/d)

The Localization Project Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the translation of video games titles, including analyzing and preparing the project, scheduling translators, supervising and tracking production schedules, managing translation quality and delivery. The Translation Coordinator interfaces with internal departments and external translation service providers, always driven by the goal to deliver translations of highest industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and analysis of translation assets
• Coordination of internal and external translation teams
• Creation and maintenance of glossaries, translations memories, style guides and databases
• Translate and proofread texts from English into your native language
• Control of translation quality in compliance with guideline terminology
• Recruitment of external resources and maintenance of our translator database
• Perform analysis of current processes and proactively identify potential problems and implement creative solutions

Requirements:

• Fluency in English and German
• A completed degree in translation studies or other experience in language, literature or linguistics
• Knowledge of MemoQ and other CAT tools
• Good organizational skills and detail oriented
• Strong passion for video games across multiple genres and platforms
• Excellent communication and deadline driven
• Intermediate computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to identify creative solutions for complex issues
• Self-motivated in pro-active
• You know how to handle complex tasks without losing your cool
• You look at the bigger picture, questioning existing methods and analysing potential risks