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Chinese to English Game Localization Linguist

Remote jobPosted 3 days ago
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Job Description

Project Overview:
We are seeking a native English linguist with strong Mandarin Chinese proficiency to support a game localization project. The role involves translation, revision, linguistic QA, and narrative adaptation for in-game content, UI text, marketing copy, and dialogue.

This is a 3-month assignment with a strong possibility of extension.

Responsibilities:

  • Translate game content from Chinese into English, including in-game text, UI strings, and marketing materials

  • Review and revise translated content to ensure accuracy, fluency, consistency, and natural style

  • Adapt narrative and dialogue to make them engaging and suitable for English-speaking players

  • Conduct linguistic QA to identify and correct grammar, terminology, punctuation, and formatting issues

  • Maintain the tone, voice, and intent of the original content while adapting it for cultural relevance

  • Provide linguistic input during creative discussions and narrative development

  • Collaborate with the localization and project management teams to meet deadlines and quality standards

Working Arrangements:

  • Duration: 3 months, with a strong possibility of extension

  • Working Hours: APAC business hours, 8 hours/day, Monday to Friday

  • Location: Onsite in Minhang, Shanghai, China

  • Remote candidates who can work during Chinese business hours may also be considered

If you are interested, please sendyour updated CV to [email protected]

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