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Translator

People First
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 15 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • The position is for a Translator specializing in Japanese to FIGS languages (French, Italian, German, Latin American Spanish) with a focus on video game-related materials.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in translation/localisation, particularly within the gaming industry, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience is preferred.
  • The role offers competitive hourly rates and is office-based in West London or available in a hybrid format.
  • The contract is temporary, lasting up to 3 months, with a start date from January 2025.
  • Applicants must possess native-level proficiency in FIGS languages and strong written and oral communication skills in English.

The Skills You'll Need: Translation, Italian, German, SpanishYour New Salary: Competitive hourly rates. Office-based in West London OR hybridContract Type: Temp, up to 3 monthsStart Date: From Jan 2025

Translator (Japanese - French/Italian/German/Latin American Spanish) - What You'll Be Doing:

  • Translating video game-related materials from Japanese to FIGS.
  • Proofreading translations to ensure accuracy and localisation quality.
  • Collaborating with in-house professionals and project coordinators.
  • Translating or proofreading from English as required.
  • Adapting content to align with local culture and preferences.
  • Managing multiple tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines.

Translator (Japanese - French/Italian/German/Latin American Spanish) - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:

  • Proven experience in translation/localisation, especially in the gaming industry.
  • Native-level proficiency in FIGS languages with cultural expertise.
  • Ability to use technical translation tools and adapt to new software.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
  • Professional experience in translating/proofreading video games from Japanese to FIGS (French, Italian, German, Spanish).
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

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We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation.

People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.