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Progressive Gaming

Game Producer

Chicago, IL

$70K - $80K/yr

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Proven track record delivering quality products on time; familiar with Agile, localization, and ... Let's build games played by millions together! #LI-CK1 IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce ...

Globalstep

QA Game Tester

Dallas, TX · On-site

GlobalStep is a recognized brand in the gaming space and partners with the world's leading game ... These services include design, development, quality assurance, localization, player support and ...

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How much do game localization jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for game localization in the United States is $15.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game localization?

A Game Localization job involves adapting a video game for different languages and cultures to ensure an engaging experience for players worldwide. This includes translating text, adjusting UI elements, localizing voice-overs, and ensuring cultural relevance while preserving the game's original intent. Professionals in this role work closely with translators, writers, and developers to maintain consistency and accuracy. They may also test the localized versions to catch errors and improve overall quality. Effective localization enhances player immersion and helps games reach a global audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in game localization, and why are they important?

To thrive in Game Localization, you need fluency in both the source and target languages, deep cultural understanding, and experience with translation or linguistics—often supported by a related degree. Familiarity with localization tools such as CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) software, terminology databases, and content management systems is highly valued. Outstanding attention to detail, proactive communication, and strong teamwork skills help professionals excel in this collaborative, fast-paced field. These competencies are crucial for delivering high-quality, culturally relevant game experiences to global audiences while meeting tight deadlines.

What are the typical challenges faced by game localization professionals?

Game localization professionals often encounter challenges such as adapting humor, idioms, or region-specific references to make sense in the target culture, as well as working with technical limitations like text length or script constraints. Another common challenge is ensuring consistency and accuracy across large volumes of in-game text, dialogue, and user interfaces under tight deadlines. Collaboration with developers, writers, and QA testers is essential to address these issues and ensure localization quality. With effective communication and problem-solving, these challenges become rewarding opportunities to enhance the gaming experience for international players.

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Localization Specialist, Mandarin (Contractor)

Crazy Maple Studio

Sunnyvale, CA

Contractor

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Company Overview:

Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focusing on mobile gaming, reading, and streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets.

Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 8 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and My Fiction, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance.

We're proud to be recognized as one of the Global Most Loved Workplaces 2025, reflecting our commitment to innovation, creativity, and an employee-first culture.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a passionate Localization Specialist to join our Content Operations team. As a Localization Specialist, you will play a vital role in translating and adapting scripts, books, and related content into English scripts for ReelShort. Experience in the film/TV show/screenwriting industry is preferred, and proficiency in Mandarin is required for this role.

Responsibilities:

  • Adapt Chinese scripts, books, and other content into English scripts while maintaining the original intent, tone, and cultural nuances.
  • Collaborate closely with the team leads to ensure the quality and accuracy of localized content.
  • Conduct research on cultural references, idioms, and linguistic nuances to ensure authenticity and relevance in the localization process.
  • Provide feedback and suggestions for improving the localization workflow and processes.
  • Work closely with writers, editors, and other stakeholders to ensure consistency and coherence in storytelling across different platforms.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in localization and interactive storytelling.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, Film Studies, Screenwriting, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in localization, translation, or adaptation within the film/TV show/screenwriting industry.
  • Native or near-native proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and English is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of cultural differences and nuances, particularly between Chinese and English-speaking audiences.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong sense of quality and accuracy.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws

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