I would love to work in a team of highly motivated individuals within the localization department of an established company.
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Birthe Justus
@birthejustus
Highly motivated and detail-oriented localization professional
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
Experienced in media production and localization, I have a strong background in project management, client/vendor relations, and content delivery. My expertise spans post-production for audio and video, digital workflows, and cloud-based technologies. I’ve successfully managed teams, coordinated with cross-functional stakeholders, and navigated tight deadlines while ensuring high-quality localization outcomes. Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in adapting to evolving industry tools, I thrive in dynamic environments. I am passionate about leveraging my communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities to drive efficiency, foster collaboration, and contribute to global localization projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
AF
Current
German Language Producer
Acamar Films
May 2021 - Jan 2025 (3 years 8 months)
Responsible for producing German language content, ensuring quality and adherence to company standards. Involved in strategic communications and team management.
SE
German Translator, Language Specialist and Subtitler
Self-Employed
Oct 2014 - Oct 2022 (8 years)
Localized English to German content, reviewed translations, subtitled films, and created style guides for various media formats.
ML
Freelance Copywriter
Mavens of London
Mar 2017 - Oct 2019 (2 years 7 months)
Wrote promotional content and copy for various clients, focusing on engaging and persuasive language.
TC
Translator and Editor
The Walt Disney Company
Jan 2011 - Oct 2014 (3 years 9 months)
Localized website and game content for Club Penguin, ensuring cultural relevance and accuracy in translations.
UL
Freelance Copywriter
Upstream Ltd
Mar 2010 - Jan 2011 (10 months)
Created promotional texts for tourism and ticket sales, focusing on engaging and informative content.
SE
Translator
Self-Employed
Jan 2008 - Jan 2011 (3 years)
Localized various documents and media from English to German, ensuring quality and adherence to vendor standards.
BM
Localisation QA Tester
Babel Media
May 2005 - Dec 2008 (3 years 7 months)
Mentored new testers and conducted compliance testing for video games across all platforms, ensuring quality and functionality.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GCGreater Brighton Metropolitan College
Level 2 Certificate, Team Leading
2022 - 2022
Completed a Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading, gaining skills in leadership and team management.
UMUniversity of Muenster
Bachelor , Landscape Ecology
1996 - 2005
UMUniversity of Muenster
Bachelor, Communication Science
1996 - 2005
UMUniversity of Münster
Master of Arts, Geography
1996 - 2005
Pursued a Master's degree in Geography, emphasizing spatial analysis and environmental management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
45k-60k GBP
Social media
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