German QA Proofreader

Keywords Studios • Ottawa, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Keywords Studios Ottawa is looking for German speakers to join our Video Games Proofreaders team. This role involves proofreading texts and video game content for spelling, syntax, and typography, checking for consistency, and recommending changes. It also includes performing minor translations and ensuring subtitles match audio tracks. The position requires strong linguistic skills in a multicultural environment.

Requirements

• Proficiency in German (spoken and written).
• Excellent written & spoken English.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (both verbally and in writing).
• Live in the Ottawa area.
• Available to work from home and in-office according to project demands.
• Hold Canadian citizenship, a permanent residency, an open work permit, a Working Holiday Visa, or in the process of requesting a work permit.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks while managing your time efficiently.
• Comfortable with digital technologies (computers, video game consoles, touchscreens).
• An interest in the video game industry.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a similar position or in a related field (an asset).

Responsibilities

• Proofreading texts and video game content (spelling, syntax, typography).
• Checking texts for consistency and recommending changes where necessary.
• Writing error reports.
• Performing minor, simple translations.
• Ensuring subtitles match the audio tracks.

Benefits

• $19.75 per hour (bonus of $2.50 per hour after 7:00 PM).
• Contracts are on-call with potential for full-time, permanent openings with growth opportunities.
• Work in Office Bonus for employees required to work on-site.
• Internet subsidy for employees working from home.
• Paid 3-day training, accrued vacation and 2-days sick/personal paid day off per year post probation.
• Partnerships with the City of Ottawa and GoodLife Fitness (among others).
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed