Video Game Proofreader

7 Months ago • All levels
Localization

Job Description

Keywords Studios Ottawa is seeking native speakers of various languages to work as Video Game Proofreaders. Responsibilities include proofreading game text and content for spelling, syntax, typography, and consistency. Candidates will write error reports, perform minor translations, and ensure subtitle accuracy. The role requires excellent written and spoken English, as communication with clients and team members is frequent. The position is on-call with potential for full-time employment, offering hybrid work (in-office and remote) based on project needs. Candidates must reside in the Ottawa area and meet Canadian immigration requirements.
Good To Have:
  • Translation experience
  • Experience in a similar role
  • Interest in video games
Must Have:
  • Proficiency in specified language (written & spoken)
  • Excellent written & spoken English
  • Proofreading & error reporting skills
  • Attention to detail & consistency
  • Live in Ottawa Area
  • Comfortable with digital technologies
Perks:
  • $19.40/hour ($2.50 bonus after 7 PM)
  • Potential for full-time employment
  • Work in Office Bonus
  • Internet subsidy (for remote work)
  • Paid training
  • Accrued vacation
  • Sick/personal days
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fitness & City Partnerships

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Description

USE YOUR LINGUISTIC SKILLS IN AN EXCITING AND MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT!

Keywords Studios Ottawa is looking for native-level speakers of various languages 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 content (spelling, syntax, typography).
  • 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 one of the following languages (spoken and written):
      • Croatian
      • Czech
      • Danish
      • Dutch
      • European Spanish
      • Finnish
      • German
      • Greek
      • Hebrew
      • Hungarian
      • Indonesian
      • Italian
      • Korean
      • Malay
      • Norwegian
      • Polish
      • Romanian
      • Swedish
      • Thai
      • Vietnamese

  • 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 and Canada

  • Live in the Ottawa area.
  • Available to work from home and in-office according to project demands.
  • Hold Canadian citizenship, a permanent residency, an open work permit, a Working Holiday Visa, or in the process of requesting a work permit.
  • Ability to juggle multiple tasks while managing your time efficiently.
  • Comfortable with digital technologies (computers, video game consoles, touchscreens).
  • An interest in the video game industry.
  • Experience in a similar position or in a related field (an asset).

Benefits

  • $19.40 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 the City of Ottawa and GoodLife Fitness (among others). 
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program. 

Good luck, and we look forward to meeting you!


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Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: Americas, Canada, Ottawa

Area of Work: QA Testing Services

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Full Time

Working Pattern: In-Office, Remote

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