German Music Localization Specialist

About the role

A partner company is looking for a German Music Localization Specialist based in Kenya. The project refines, edits and fact-checks AI-generated music content so that it is accurate, engaging and culturally relevant for German-speaking audiences, across genres such as Pop, Rock, Hip-Hop and K-Pop, for digital and audiovisual platforms.

Key responsibilities

• Review, edit, refine and fact-check German music content, ensuring accuracy, clarity and compliance with editorial guidelines.
• Improve US English source content generated by AI, refining wording, structure, tone and creativity.
• Research music terminology, artists, genres, industry conventions and trends, and adapt content to the target audience's cultural expectations.
• Ensure consistency and high editorial standards across platforms, following project style guides.
• Tailor writing style to each genre and audience, and give constructive feedback on content.
• Work with client tools and editorial workflows within project timelines.

Required profile

• Proven copywriting, editing or content creation experience.
• Native-level German with excellent grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Experience writing or editing music content across genres, with knowledge of music publishing and digital media conventions.
• Deep familiarity with Pop, Rock, Hip-Hop and K-Pop, artists, terminology and trends.
• Strong awareness of mainstream music culture and pop culture; attention to detail in research and proofreading.
• Willingness to complete a skills assessment on German grammar and music knowledge.
• Bonus: published music writing in outlets such as Billboard, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork or NME; experience with streaming services or editorial platforms; experience writing for Gen Z audiences.

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $30-$35 depending on engagement terms.
• Flexible remote work using digital tools and collaboration workflows.
• Exposure to AI-generated content refinement and specialist development in music editorial and localization.