Localization Language Lead - Italian
Core
Own linguistic direction, quality bar, and final sign-off for Italian content across 2K's game portfolio, ensuring cultural authenticity and player expectations.
Role type
Senior individual contributor game localization lead (Italian)
Builds
In-game text, UI, scripts, and voiceover content for 2K's game titles
Domain
Video games / Entertainment / Italian market
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Native Italian fluency, advanced English fluency, localization strategy, glossary and style guide management, cross-functional collaboration, vendor supervision, voiceover production direction, platform-holder guidelines knowledge, cultural nuance expertise
Preferred skills
Experience with VO scripting and dubbing, familiarity with CAT tools and translation memory systems, background in translation or linguistics
Technologies
XLOC, JIRA, CMS, CAT tools, translation memory systems
Responsibilities
Develop and enforce glossaries and cultural content policies for the Italian market; Review and edit localized content for tone, clarity, and cultural relevance; Lead voiceover casting, script review, and creative sessions; Serve as the main linguistic escalation point for Italian-related issues; Supervise entry- and mid-level linguists and freelance vendors; Consult on Italian age rating requirements and visual/language compliance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic ownership
