German Game Linguist

2 Days ago • All levels • Localization

Job Summary

Job Description

Keywords Studios seeks a German Game Linguist in Barcelona for a 6-month contract (potential for extension). The role involves translating in-game content from English to German, ensuring high-quality linguistic accuracy. Responsibilities include translating game content, managing all linguistic aspects of assigned translations, and collaborating with other linguists. The ideal candidate is a native German speaker with a passion for gaming, a linguistics background (or equivalent experience), and excellent written/verbal skills in German and English. The position is full-time, on-site at their Barcelona office.
Must have:
  • Native German speaker
  • Passion for games
  • Translation/linguistics experience
  • Excellent German & English
  • High-quality translation

Job Details

Description

Keywords is an international technical services provider to the global games industry. Established in 1998 in Dublin and now with operations in 13 studios across 10 countries, it provides integrated services for localisation, testing, audio, art creation and customer support in over 40 languages and 12 game platforms to the world’s largest games publishers and developers.

The German Game Linguist role is to translate from English into German in game content. This role requires excellent language skills, creativity and a passion for Games.

This position is In-house working on a client specific project expected to last 6 months, with potential for longer commitment. The role requires working at our Keywords office for the full duration of the project. Our office is located at Carrer de la Diputació, 280, 08009 Barcelona. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team focusing on in game content for a leading games publisher!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Translate in game content from English to German to a high quality standard
  • Be responsible for all linguistic aspects of the translations you are assigned to ensure the best possible quality is achieved
  • Collaborate with other linguists on the project

Requirements

  • Native level German speaker
  • Passion for games industry
  • Educational qualification in linguistics or equivalent experience
  • Experience in translation, copywriting or linguistics
  • Excellent verbal and written linguistic skills both in German and English
  • Must be self-motivated and able to operate in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Keywords International is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavour to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

At KWS, we value and encourage diversity in all its forms. We foster an inclusive environment and give special priority to the inclusion of people with disabilities, convinced that diversity enriches and strengthens us as a team. This is why a valid disability certificate will be highly valued.

By providing your information in this application, you understand that we will collect and process your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. For more information, please see our Applicant Privacy Notice at https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: Europe, Spain, Barcelona

Area of Work: Localization

Service: Globalize

Working Pattern: In-Office

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