Job Title: Localization Project Manager II
Location: 100% Remote (Must work PST hours)
Duration: 6 months (possibility of extension)
Pay Rate: $70–$75 per hour (W2)
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Localization Project Manager to support global marketing and multimedia initiatives for a leading technology company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in content localization, particularly for video and marketing campaigns, and a passion for delivering high-quality, culturally resonant content to international audiences.
This position requires exceptional project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and international teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end localization projects for marketing and multimedia content across 40+ languages and global markets.
- Coordinate video and subtitle localization (approximately 75% of workload), ensuring accuracy, timing, and alignment with brand tone and creative intent.
- Oversee content translation, review, and publishing in collaboration with editorial, business, and vendor teams.
- Input and manage localized assets within translation management systems and internal platforms.
- Monitor timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure projects stay on track and meet quality standards.
- Ensure linguistic and cultural accuracy of localized materials, maintaining brand consistency and market relevance.
- Support continuous process improvement for localization workflows, documentation, and vendor communication.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in localization project management, preferably in marketing, multimedia, or digital content.
- Proven experience with video localization and subtitling workflows, including handling subtitle formats.
- Strong working knowledge of Localization tools and Translation Management Systems (TMS).
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or similar video tools).
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple global stakeholders.
- Keen understanding of cultural nuances and regional differences in content adaptation.
- Native-level fluency in English and proficiency in at least one additional language (preferred).
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Highly detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Adept at balancing creative, linguistic, and technical considerations in global content production.
- Collaborative mindset with experience working across editorial, creative, and localization vendor teams.
- Previous experience in localization agencies, global marketing teams, or tech environments is a plus.
Benefits That Russell Tobin Offers
Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.
