<h5>Who We Are</h5> At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment, including NBA® 2K, one of the top-selling franchises in the world, and legendary titles like BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®, and XCOM®, as well as fan favorites WWE® 2K, TopSpin®, and PGA TOUR® 2K. We build unforgettable experiences by pushing the boundaries of creativity, authenticity and innovation across every genre. Our portfolio is brought to life by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab create world-class experiences across platforms. But what truly powers 2K is our people. We believe the best ideas come from teams that feel empowered, supported, and inspired. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where people are encouraged to come as they are and do their best work. <h3> </h3> About The Role As part of 2K’s Global Loc 2.0 strategy, the Content Localization (CLOC) team is expanding its in-house language capabilities to support scalable, culturally authentic, and high-quality localized content across our portfolio. We are looking for a Linguistic Specialist to contribute to the execution and refinement of content localization workflows for your native language. This is an entry-level, individual contributor role designed to support early-career linguists and translators looking to grow in the game localization industry. You’ll work under the guidance of senior language leads and localization producers to help ensure accurate and player-relevant content in a structured and supportive environment. <h5>What We Need</h5> <ul> <li>Translate or edit in-game text, UI strings, and basic marketing content from English into natural, culturally appropriate Italian </li> <li>Follow established style guides, glossaries, and tone-of-voice documentation to maintain consistency </li> <li>Collaborate with senior linguists and QA to review linguistic bugs, provide clarifications, and contribute to resolutions </li> <li>Assist in terminology verification and contribute to updates of language resources under guidance </li> <li>Participate in localization test passes for your language and help flag basic language or formatting issues </li> <li>Review task briefs and submit questions or suggestions to more senior professionals for review </li> <

Localization Specialist - Italian

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