Localization Linguist (ZH→EN) (Singapore)
Core
Rewrite storylines, character dialogue, event and quest copy, and UI text from Simplified Chinese into natural, idiomatic English for video games, ensuring faithful recreation of tone, emotion, humor, and character voice.
Role type
Senior Localization Linguist (ZH→EN) for video games
Builds
In-game text assets, terminology databases, style guides, and translation memories for game launches and live-ops updates
Domain
Video game localization and transcreation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Native or near-native English writing and editing, fluent Simplified Chinese reading and writing, game localization workflow expertise, terminology management, LQA processes, cultural adaptation, defect tracking
Preferred skills
Casual game experience, female-oriented content expression, localization system architecture, external vendor management, automated QA tooling, AI-assisted translation tools
Technologies
CAT/TMS, translation memory, LQA tools, defect management systems
Responsibilities
Transcreate storylines, dialogue, and UI text from Chinese to English; build and maintain terminology databases and style guides; review translator output and establish team standards; organize in-game language quality assurance and track issue resolution; collaborate with design, narrative, and art teams on cultural adaptation
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC