Localization Project Manager

Responsibilities:

• Act as the main point of contact for client project communication, nurturing strong relationships with clients and partners.
• Oversee and manage a team of project coordinators and linguists ensuring the execution of localization projects in high quality.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, and budgets, while proactively addressing any issues or risks.
• Continuously evaluate, analyze, and resolve culturally sensitive issues for various regions to eliminate potential risks.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including style guides, term bases, and best practices.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and quality in project execution, implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
• Foster an environment of open-mindedness, collaboration, and growth among team members.
• Prepare reference materials, train and assist translators during the localization process, including creating and maintaining style guides, term bases, know-how for the owned projects, and languages.
• Organize and train experts and resources involved in localization projects.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in handling client communication and managing projects in the digital or IT industry.
• Good work ethic with solid problem-solving skills and the ability to manage aggressive timelines under different time zones.
• Excellent command of English.
• Having the ability to handle projects within a given period properly.

It would be great if you have:

• Deep understanding of the native country’s gaming industry, culture, and community.
• Gamers with 1-2 years of experience in game translation are preferred.
• Knowledge of translation CAT tools is an advantage.
• Experience in people management and leadership is an advantage.