Associate Manager, Content Localization

WHO WE ARE

2K is headquartered in Novato California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005 2K Games is a global video game company publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2Ks portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms include Visual Concepts Firaxis Hangar 13 CatDaddy Cloud Chamber 31st Union HB Studios and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in todays most popular gaming genres including sports shooters action role-playing strategy casual and family entertainment.

Our team of engineers marketers artists writers data scientists producers thinkers and doers are the professional publishing stewards of 2Ks portfolio currently includes several AAA sports and entertainment brands including global powerhouse NBA 2K renowned BioShock Borderlands Mafia Sid Meiers Civilization and XCOM brands; popular WWE 2K and WWE SuperCard franchises TopSpin 2K25 as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR 2K

At 2K we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions even if they dont meet every requirement for the role. If youre interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K we encourage you to apply!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As part of 2Ks Global Loc 2.0 strategy the Content Localization (CLOC) team is scaling its leadership capabilities to ensure consistent high-quality language execution across all titles and content types. We are seeking an Assistant Manager Content Localization to provide day-to-day oversight of language teams support operational planning and guide the execution of localization content workflows in alignment with 2Ks linguistic standards.

This role is ideal for someone with deep language expertise and growing leadership experience ready to take on people management responsibilities while continuing to support execution and operational coordination.

WHAT YOULL DO

Manage a small team of Language Leads Linguistic Specialists or reviewers ensuring alignment with project timelines quality standards and content consistency

Coordinate daily language production across text UI VO scripts and marketing copy partnering closely with Localization Producers and content teams

Support issue resolution and escalation around terminology tone style and cultural appropriateness conferring with more senior CLOC leadership on complex matters

Track delivery progress bug triage loops and localization review milestones ensuring clear documentation and prioritization

Ensure team members have the tools guidance and context needed to execute effectively

Provide performance input and mentorship for direct reports supporting training onboarding and development conversations

Collaborate with cross-functional partners (LQA VO Marketing Loc) to ensure consistent content flow and terminology alignment

Recommend modest process improvements to improve consistency task clarity and cross-team efficiency

Participate in hiring and onboarding activities for new linguistic contributors

Ensure shared content resources (style guides glossaries reference documentation) are maintained and communicated effectively

Represent your language teams in planning meetings sprint reviews or milestone retrospectives as needed

WHAT YOU BRING

Experience in content localization or linguistics ideally in games media or entertainment

Strong understanding of language quality principles including tone-of-voice transcreation and cultural nuance

Familiarity with localization tools such as CAT platforms terminology management systems Jira Confluence and CMS tools

Proven ability to manage schedules track tasks and support language execution across multiple workstreams

Prior experience mentoring or guiding peers or managing small teams

Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

Fluent in English; fluency in at least one supported language is strongly preferred

Bachelors degree in linguistics translation localization or a related field preferred

WHY JOIN US

As an Assistant Manager in the Content Localization team youll help lead the daily language execution that shapes how 2Ks stories are told and experienced worldwide. Youll support the growth of talented linguists strengthen team operations and help ensure that our content hits the right tone every time in every region.

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