Associate Localisation Coordinator - CA Sofia

Description

• 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.

• 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 

• 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 

• 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