German Video Game Proofreader

3 Weeks ago • All levels • Localization • Editorial

Job Summary

Job Description

Keywords Studios Montreal seeks German-speaking Video Game Proofreaders. Responsibilities include proofreading game text and content (spelling, syntax, typography), ensuring text consistency, writing error reports, performing minor translations, and verifying subtitle accuracy. The role requires fluency in German and English (written and spoken), proficiency with digital technologies, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. The position is a contract role with the potential for full-time conversion. Work is performed both remotely and in-office, depending on project needs. Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada and reside in the Montreal area.
Must have:
  • Proficiency in German (written & spoken)
  • Excellent written & spoken English
  • Ability to multitask efficiently
  • Experience with digital technologies
  • Authorized to work in Canada
Good to have:
  • Experience in a similar position
  • Interest in the video game industry
Perks:
  • $18.80/hour ($2.50 bonus after 7 PM)
  • Potential for full-time position
  • Work in Office Bonus
  • Internet subsidy (work from home)
  • Paid training
  • Accrued vacation & sick days
  • Partnerships with various companies
  • Employee Assistance Program

Job Details

Description

USE YOUR LINGUISTIC SKILLS IN AN EXCITING AND MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT!

Keywords Studios Montreal is looking for German speakers to join our Video Games Proofreaders team.

*Bank of Candidates*
If successful in our recruitment process, candidates will join our pool of candidates and will be contacted once we have an opportunity.

Main tasks

  • Proofreading texts and video game contents (spelling, syntax, typography, etc.)
  • Checking texts for consistency and recommending changes where necessary.
  • Writing error reports.
  • Performing minor, simple translations.
  • Ensuring subtitles match the audio tracks.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in German (spoken and written).
  • Excellent written & spoken English.

*Please be advised that this position requires the successful applicants to be able to effectively communicate in English (both verbally and in writing). This is due to the position requiring constant communication with clients and team members outside of the province of Quebec.

  • Live in the Montreal area.
  • Available to work from home and in-office according to project demands.
  • Authorized to work in Canada.
  • Ability to juggle multiple tasks while managing your time efficiently.
  • Comfortable with digital technologies (computers, video game consoles, touchscreens, etc.)
  • An interest in the video game industry.
  • Experience in a similar position or in a related field (an asset).

Benefits

  • $18.80 per hour (bonus of $2.50 per hour after 7:00 PM). 
  • Contracts are on-call with potential for full-time, permanent openings with growth opportunities. 
  • Work in Office Bonus for employees required to work on-site. 
  • Internet subsidy for employees working from home. 
  • Paid 4-day training, accrued vacation and 2-days sick/personal paid day off per year post probation. 
  • Partnerships with STM, BIXI, Telus, Bell, Dell, Nautilus Gym, Dialogue and Bonjour-Santé (among others).  
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program. 

Good luck and we look forward to meeting you!


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: Americas, Canada, Montreal

Area of Work: QA Testing Services

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Full Time

Working Pattern: In-Office, Remote

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