About the role
<p><strong>Position</strong></p> <p><strong><em>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.</em></strong><strong><em><br></em></strong></p> <p>Do you have a strong passion for travel and language?</p> <p>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. As a professional linguist, you will provide linguistic and cultural expertise to help us connect with our audience and enhance the travel experience through localization.</p> <p>You will contribute to localizing new product features and marketing campaigns that resonate with the rich diversity of communities we engage with.</p> <p>Come aboard and be part of a diverse team of localizers, dedicated to helping travelers and food enthusiasts uncover, reserve, and enjoy the world's most exquisite destinations.</p> <p>If you are as passionate about localization as we are, you’re exactly who we’re looking for!</p> <p><strong>Your tasks</strong></p> <ul> <li>Translate, review and edit content for KAYAK’s products and assets, tailored to the target market</li> <li>Adhere to our style guides to deliver high-quality translations and creative transcriptions</li> <li>Translate and proofread content for various channels, including landing pages, blogs, newsletters, SEO content, social media, and other marketing materials</li> <li>Conduct LQA and functionality checks to engage with the local audience</li> <li>Maintain and refine language-specific resources such as style guides and glossaries</li> <li>Anticipate a lighter initial workload, with scope for increased involvement based on future projects</li> </ul> <p><strong>Your profile</strong></p> <ul> <li>Fluent in the target language at native level (required)</li> <li>Strong verbal and written command of English</li> <li>Proven experience in website/app localization and translation</li> <li>Experience using Translation Management Systems</li> <li>A flair for creative translation and copywriting</li> <li>Familiarity with SEO&nbsp;</li> <li>Background in LQA</li> <li>Relevant academic or professional background in communication, marketing, translation, linguistics, or related fields</li> <li>You’re a quick learner, forward-thinking, and comfortable incorporating the latest tech in a rapidly advancing industry</li> <li>You’re a versatile multitasker, adept at managing workflows, information, and processes across diverse project ty