Freelance Localization Specialist - All languages

Position

Please note that this is an open position and we will get in touch with you if we have a new project available for your language pair that matches your expertise.

Do you have a strong passion for travel dining and language

We are looking for a creative Localization Specialist to join us on a freelance basis. Your task will be to localize our products and content primarily for KAYAK and OpenTable. As a professional linguist you will provide linguistic and cultural expertise to help us connect with our audience and enhance the travel and dining experience through localization.

You will contribute to localizing new product features and marketing campaigns that resonate with the rich diversity of communities we engage with.

Come aboard and be part of a diverse team of localizers dedicated to helping travelers and food enthusiasts uncover reserve and enjoy the worlds most exquisite destinations.

If you are as passionate about localization as we are youre exactly who were looking for!

Your tasks

• Translate review and edit content for KAYAK/OpenTables products and assets tailored to the target market
• Adhere to our style guides to deliver highquality translations and creative transcriptions
• Translate and proofread content for various channels including landing pages blogs newsletters SEO content social media and other marketing materials
• Conduct LQA and functionality checks to engage with the local audience
• Maintain and refine languagespecific resources such as style guides and glossaries
• Anticipate a lighter initial workload with scope for increased involvement based on future projects

Your profile

• Proficient native speaker in the target language (required)
• Strong verbal and written command of English
• Proven experience in website/app localization and translation
• Experience using Translation Management Systems
• A flair for creative translation and copywriting
• Familiarity with SEO
• Background in LQA
• Relevant academic or professional background in communication marketing translation linguistics or related fields
• Youre a quick learner forwardthinking and comfortable incorporating the latest tech in a rapidly advancing industry
• Youre a versatile multitasker adept at managing workflows information and processes across diverse project types

Candidates will be invited to complete a short test as part of the selection process. Apply now!

About KAYAK

KAYAK part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the worlds leading travel search engine. With billions of queries across our platforms we help people find their perfect flight stay rental car cruise or vacation package. Were also redefining the intravel experience with our app and new accommodation software. For more information visit www.KAYAK.

Working with KAYAK makes you part of a global network that includes OpenTable and KAYAKs portfolio of metasearch brands including SWOODOO checkfelix momondo Cheapflights Mundi and HotelsCombined. Many employees are dedicated to one brand but we all have the benefit of using each others strengths and insights. Together were able to help people experience the world through dining and travel.

OpenTable/KAYAK is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for roles on our team. Whoever you are just be you.