Italian speaking Translation & Editing Specialist – Video Games

London Source: WhatJobs

£39,000–£59,000

Italian speaking Translation & Editing Specialist – Video Games | Gaming Localisation | Remote or London Hybrid

Location

This position offers the flexibility of fully remote working or a hybrid role in London.

The company

We're recruiting on behalf of a globally recognised video games and entertainment company behind some of the world's biggest gaming franchises, mobile apps and entertainment brands. This is an exciting opportunity to join an international localisation team responsible for creating engaging content for millions of players worldwide.

The Job

As an Italian speaking Translation & Editing Specialist, you will creatively adapt gaming and marketing content for Italian speaking audiences. Rather than producing literal translations, you'll ensure every piece of content resonates culturally while maintaining the original tone, humour, emotion and brand identity. You'll work closely with localisation managers, editors, marketing teams and game developers on a wide range of exciting global projects.

This position offers the flexibility of fully remote working or a hybrid role in London.

Key Responsibilities:

Translate and transcreate video game content, marketing campaigns and promotional materials from Italian into English
Adapt copy for cultural relevance while maintaining the original creative intent
Work on trailers, websites, social media, in-game events, store pages, advertising campaigns and player communications
Ensure consistency of tone of voice across all platforms
Collaborate with localisation teams, copywriters and project managers
Review and edit content to ensure linguistic quality and brand consistency
Maintain terminology databases, style guides and glossaries
Work with CAT tools and localisation platforms where required
Deliver high-quality work within project deadlines

Candidate profile & backgounrd skills

Native-level Italian and Fluent English (written and spoken)
Proven video games translation, transcreation, creative translation or gaming localisation
Experience adapting content for the video games, entertainment or digital media industry
Outstanding copywriting and creative writing skills in your native language
Excellent understanding of cultural nuances and local market preferences
Experience using CAT tools (MemoQ, Trados or similar)
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
Passion for video games and interactive entertainment