To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. As a driven team of talented professionals from all around the globe, we want to earn our place as one of the world’s top video-game developers, push narrative boundaries, and build unforgettable stories that set and redefine the standards for the genre.

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a talented and passionate English Adaptation Specialist to join our team and work on the titles in our franchises! The person in this position will be responsible for adapting Polish content into English in-game content. If attention to detail and ability to focus are your strengths and you enjoy working with the written word – join us!

Daily Responsibilities:

Adapting from source Polish into fully idiomatic, appropriately stylized, publishable English all types of in-game text: dialogues, in-game on-screen assets, out-of-game on-screen assets and related.
Editing and polishing all types of texts as above with a view towards elevating the quality of our final product.
Adding content to established stylization, terminology and pronunciation databases and guides.
Reviewing English game content once complete, prior to release, for consistency, correctness, completeness and quality.
Debugging English game content following own reviews or based on reported bugs.

Qualifications

Native user of the English language.
At least two years of Polish to English translation or English writing/copyediting/editorial experience (not necessarily in the gaming industry).
A university degree (completed or imminently pending) or significant coursework in Slavic Languages and Literatures or Area Studies with emphasis on Poland/Polish considered a plus.
A thorough understanding of Polish language and culture, the language in its many spoken and written varieties, slangs, jargons, argots, professional and specialized vocabulary, the culture in manifestations ranging from contemporary mass culture/media to past literature, film, history in general.
Far-reaching familiarity with, and ease in using, English; ability to render in writing English as spoken in a range of EN dialects/vernaculars and styles (specialization in rendering in writing multiple UK/Irish or US dialects/vernaculars considered a plus).
General inquisitiveness and broad interest in cultural phenomena and production, particularly in relevant genres (general historical/late medievalesque, cyberpunk, science fiction, general futurism and futurology).
Ability to focus and attention to detail.
Broad computer literacy (advanced Excel skills considered a plus).

Please attach a writing sample or samples, as well as a cover letter explaining why you consider yourself a suitable candidate for the position.

Additional Information

Perks & Professional Growth

Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM.
A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
Merch — employee store discounts at CD PROJEKT RED Gear, gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!

Health & Well-being

Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
Support during COVID-19 — regular tests and COVID vaccinations at the studio as well as professional advice and guidance from a specialist doctor.
Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars.
Multisport card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.

Social Activities & Life in the Office

Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
Healthy selections — organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and specialty coffee are all at your disposal around the studio. Enjoy!
Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

Warsaw Campus

Sustainable campus with an eco ethos — solar panels provide green energy, 2000 plants and an air-filtering system to help provide clean air, electric car charging points, flower meadows, and more green features in the works.
An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall and a personal trainer available every day and pilates classes.
Car and bike parking spaces.
A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.
Our studio library is stocked with around 1000 books and games for you to rent.
No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.