Localization Specialist - Italian
Core
Translate and edit in-game text, UI strings, and basic marketing content from English into culturally appropriate Italian for 2K's video game portfolio.
Role type
Entry-level individual contributor linguistic specialist (localization)
Builds
Localized content for video games
Domain
Video games / Entertainment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features
Required skills
Native-level Italian fluency, English fluency, translation experience, linguistic QA experience, familiarity with localization workflows, content management tools proficiency
Preferred skills
Gaming interest, cross-cultural communication interest, basic organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines, desire to learn under supervision
Technologies
XLOC, Confluence, Jira
Responsibilities
Translate or edit in-game text, UI strings, and basic marketing content; Follow style guides and glossaries; Collaborate with senior linguists and QA to review linguistic bugs; Assist in terminology verification; Participate in localization test passes; Track assigned tasks and update documentation; Join team meetings to stay informed on localization strategy
Seniority
Entry-level, individual contributor