YouTube Channel Translator, Content Localizer – German to English

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Electrify Video Partners

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2021

📱 Media

🤝 B2B

💰 $85M Private Equity Round - Electrify Video Partners on 2023-09

Media • B2B

Electrify Video Partners is a next-generation media company and creator investment and management firm that invests in, scales, and partners with creator-founded brands. It provides creative, commercial and technical support — including content production, distribution, monetization, brand partnerships, and accelerator programs — to grow multi-platform audiences and diversify revenue streams. Electrify also runs impact initiatives and training to support values-led and not-for-profit creators.

📋 Description

• Translate and adapt German Simplicissimus scripts into English, rewriting them in fern's voice and tone. • Adjust structure and phrasing where needed to improve flow and clarity. • Research and rewrite sections to make content accessible and relatable for an international audience. • Check for updates and new developments on topics to keep content current. • Watch the original videos to adapt on-screen text and research international equivalents of visual elements such as headlines and graphics for the production team.

🎯 Requirements

• Fluent English with excellent writing skills, ideally American English native (essential) • Strong German comprehension skills (essential) • Proven experience in translation and localization, ideally for editorial content • Strong ability to adapt tone and voice to match an established channel style • Thorough research skills and high attention to factual accuracy • Ability to provide cultural context and identify what needs adapting for an international audience • Experience writing or adapting scripts for video formats • Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality output within deadlines • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with remote teams • Background in journalism, documentary, or factual storytelling (desirable) • Familiarity with Simplicissimus, fern, or similar documentary-led channels (desirable)

🏖️ Benefits

• Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech • Flexible hours • Employee referral program • The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, vibrant, dynamic, and innovative environment where you can learn and grow quickly • A supportive, inclusive and collaborative team