Company overview:
Altagram is an independent localization specialist based in Berlin, Germany. It represents the convergence of a passionate and talented team with years of experience in the video game localization industry.
We offer a full range of localization services for all software titles.
From a few lines of translation to a complex audio dubbing project, we treat each project with the same professionalism and put our expertise into every stage of the localization process.
We devise a personalized and effective solution for our clients' localization needs in over 30 languages, guaranteeing the highest quality at the most competitive prices.
Flexible, quality-oriented and passionate in what we do, we constantly strive for satisfied clients and happy players. To achieve our goals, we are always on the lookout for talented linguists with a passion for translation and for video games.
Position overview:
We are currently seeking a linguist to fill an intern position in our office in Berlin. Applicants should be native German or Italian speakers.
The internship should last a minimum of three months and will be held on a full-time basis (preferably for a duration of over 4 to 6 months). This internship could lead to a full time position as a linguist at Altagram.
The successful candidate will assist in the planning, coordination and translation of game localization projects.
During the course of the internship, the linguistic assistant will learn about the game localization processes and the different tools used in a translation company. He/she will gain experience with game terminology and translation.
This internship is a great opportunity for those considering a future career in translation and willing to learn more about the localization industry.
Responsibilities:
- Translate video-game related content
- Create and updating of guides and databases
- Create and updating of terminology lists
- Assist with coordination of localization projects
- Assist with vendor management
- Provide input and feedback for continuous improvement of processes
Requirements:
- Outstanding skills in native language (German or Italian)
- Excellent level of English, both spoken and written
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible and creative
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work efficiently and decisively under pressure
- Ability to work independently and/or in a team
- Avid gamer
- Computer literacy -- MS Office
- Knowledge of CAT tools (in particular memoQ) is a plus
Do you think this position is for you? Send us your application to: job [at) altagram (punkt] de, entering "Internship: linguistic assistant German" in the subject line.