German marketing translator | Water sports
The Action Sports Translator · Spain
- Hybrid
- Other
- $60,000 / year
- Spain
Job highlights
- Freelance German marketing translator role.
- Focus on water sports and action sports.
- AI-assisted localization project for a website.
- Requires native German and sports passion.
- Remote work with flexible collaboration.
About the role
German Marketing Translator Water Sports
Are you a German translator who's passionate about water sports? Then keep reading!
At The Action Sports Translator, a specialized localization and content agency working exclusively with outdoor and action sports brands, we're currently looking for freelance English to German marketing translators / AI editors with a passion for water sports (kiteboarding, wing foiling, foilboarding etc.). If you spend your free time in the water – and have a natural feel for the language of these sports – we'd love to hear from you!
Requirements
- German is your first language
- You are a professional translator, with proven experience and qualifications in marketing translation and AI review/editing
- You have experience with AI editing / post-editing workflows
- You have a passion for water sports, specifically for kiteboarding, wing foiling, wakesurfing/boarding, SUP
- You have great attention to detail, critical thinking and commitment to quality
- You are reliable and value clear, professional communication
- You're able to work to brief while flagging questions when something isn't clear
About the project
We're kicking off a website localization project (largely AI-assisted) for one of our water sports brand clients – a complete launch of their site in German, with ongoing localization work expected across future campaigns, product releases and content updates. You'll be adapting English marketing copy into German across the full scope of the site, often starting from an AI draft. The initial launch is kicking off immediately, with continued collaboration expected throughout the year and beyond.
How to apply
Please complete the application form below and include your relevant experience, preferred rates, availability, and any applicable samples. If you also provide editing or proofreading services, be sure to mention it.
👉 https://forms.clickup.com/2698408/f/2jb58-83692/B3LSN5F0L7FZA2GW0O
Please do not apply if:
- You do not have professional translation qualifications or experience
- You are not personally involved in the water sports mentioned above
- You are a translation agency or project manager
- You lack experience in marketing, ecommerce or outdoor-related translation
We kindly ask that only qualified candidates who meet the requirements above apply. We also ask applicants not to use AI to generate their entire application. We're fine with AI being used to support or structure your writing, but applications must reflect your own voice, experience and intent. Submissions that feel fully AI-generated or impersonal won't be considered.
About us
We're a specialized translation agency working with some of the most well-known names in the outdoor and action sports industry – including Salomon, O'Neill and Peak Performance. Learn more about us here: 🔗 www.theactionsportstranslator.com
Our agency is made up of linguists who are also athletes – climbers, skiers, cyclists, surfers, trail runners. We combine deep subject-matter knowledge with translation expertise to deliver high-quality content for our clients. Our work typically includes localizing product descriptions, ecommerce copy, landing pages, marketing campaigns, video scripts, newsletters, SEO articles and more – both with fully human and AI-assisted workflows.
We value translators who are confident working with creative copy, unafraid to question the source when needed, and capable of maintaining brand voice in German while adapting content for local relevance through critical thinking and natural writing.
What it's like to work with us
As a fully remote agency with a strong culture built on mutual respect and high standards, here's what you can expect from us:
- Clear project briefings
- Reasonable deadlines
- Transparent, respectful communication
- Fair payment practices
- Collaboration with project managers who are also former translators
- Opportunities to work with iconic outdoor brands
Read more about what it's like to work with us:
🔗 https://theactionsportstranslator.com/our-recruitment-process/
🔗 https://theactionsportstranslator.com/recruitment-faqs/
Interested? Submit your application here:
👉 https://forms.clickup.com/2698408/f/2jb58-83692/B3LSN5F0L7FZA2GW0O
We look forward to hearing from you!
Key skills/competency
- German Translation
- Marketing Translation
- AI Editing
- Water Sports Expertise
- Kiteboarding
- Wing Foiling
- Content Localization
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Professional Communication
Skills & topics
- German Translator
- Marketing Translator
- Water Sports
- Kiteboarding
- Wing Foiling
- AI Editing
- Localization
- Content Creation
- Freelance
- Remote Work
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight your German marketing translation experience and AI editing skills, emphasizing your water sports passion.
- Craft a compelling application: Clearly state your qualifications, preferred rates, availability, and include relevant samples as requested.
- Showcase your expertise: Demonstrate your personal involvement in water sports like kiteboarding or wing foiling in your application.
- Follow instructions carefully: Ensure your application reflects your authentic voice and experience, avoiding fully AI-generated content.
- Apply promptly: Complete the online application form to be considered for this immediate project launch.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific water sports experience is required for the German Marketing Translator role at The Action Sports Translator?
- The Action Sports Translator is looking for candidates with personal involvement and passion for specific water sports such as kiteboarding, wing foiling, wakesurfing/boarding, and SUP. Demonstrating this firsthand experience is a key requirement for the German Marketing Translator position.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a freelance English to German Marketing Translator at The Action Sports Translator?
- As a freelance English to German Marketing Translator, you will adapt English marketing copy into German for a water sports client's website localization project. This includes AI-assisted post-editing, ensuring brand voice, and adapting content for local relevance, with ongoing work expected.
- Is previous experience with AI editing necessary for this German Marketing Translator job?
- Yes, previous experience with AI editing or post-editing workflows is a stated requirement for the freelance German Marketing Translator position. The project involves adapting AI-assisted drafts, so familiarity with this process is crucial.
- How does The Action Sports Translator ensure fair payment practices for their freelance translators?
- The Action Sports Translator emphasizes fair payment practices as part of their remote work culture. While specific rates are determined during the application process, they commit to transparent and respectful communication regarding compensation for their freelance translators.
- Can translation agencies or project managers apply for the German Marketing Translator position?
- No, The Action Sports Translator explicitly states that translation agencies or project managers cannot apply for this freelance German Marketing Translator role. They are seeking individual, professional translators with direct experience and a passion for water sports.
- What is the application process for the German Marketing Translator role?
- To apply for the German Marketing Translator role, you need to complete the online application form provided. Ensure you include your relevant experience, preferred rates, availability, and any applicable samples, while reflecting your authentic voice and experience.
- What makes The Action Sports Translator a unique agency for a German Marketing Translator?
- The Action Sports Translator is unique because it specializes exclusively in outdoor and action sports brands, employing linguists who are also athletes. This blend of subject-matter expertise and translation skill allows for high-quality, relevant content for iconic brands.