[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)Open role[![Welo Global logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2026/06/83c40f94-221.webp)](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md)Remote opportunity at[Welo Global](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md) # Dutch Sports Localization Specialist (Football) Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md)Share18 Aug 2026Published22Listing views2Application actions18 Sep 2026Apply before Opportunity details ## About this role. AI SummaryWelocalize is seeking a Dutch Sports Localization Specialist focused primarily on football content for the English (US) to Dutch (Netherlands) language pair. The role involves translation, localization, copy editing, quality control, fact-checking, and adaptation of sports content for Dutch audiences. Candidates need native-level Dutch fluency, excellent editorial skills, strong football knowledge, and experience with localization or multimedia content. The specialist will conduct market research, follow client style guidance, provide content feedback, and work independently in a remote environment. Experience with sports media, live-score or streaming products, and youth-oriented football culture is advantageous. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 4/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 4/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 3/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe role requires more than direct translation: the specialist must apply native-level Dutch writing, football expertise, cultural adaptation, factual verification, and quality-control judgment. Accuracy and voice consistency are especially important for fast-moving, audience-facing sports content. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job medianHighly competitive$70,000US market range$55k–$85k0$94k AI insightNo salary range was provided. Based on the U.S. market for remote localization specialists with editorial, translation, and sports subject-matter expertise, a reasonable estimated annual range is $55,000 to $85,000 USD, with a median of $70,000 USD; contractor or project-based compensation may vary materially. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [Dutch Localization](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Dutch%20Localization.md)[English to Dutch Translation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=English%20to%20Dutch%20Translation.md)[Football Expertise](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Football%20Expertise.md)[Sports Journalism](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Sports%20Journalism.md)[Copy Editing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Copy%20Editing.md)[Quality Assurance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Quality%20Assurance.md)[Machine Translation Post-Editing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Machine%20Translation%20Post-Editing.md)[Fact Checking](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Fact%20Checking.md)[Creative Writing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Creative%20Writing.md)[Remote Work](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Remote%20Work.md) Cover letter sampleDear Hiring Team, I am excited to apply for the Dutch Sports Localization Specialist role. I offer native-level Dutch writing ability, strong English-to-Dutch localization skills, and deep knowledge of football culture, terminology, and audience expectations. I can accurately translate, fact-check, edit, and adapt football content while preserving brand voice and making it resonate naturally with Dutch audiences. I am also comfortable working independently with style guides, quality-control processes, machine-translated content, and digital productivity tools. I would welcome the opportunity to bring precise language skills, editorial judgment, and genuine football expertise to Welocalize's localization team. Sincerely, Your Name Copy Sample interview questionsHow do you approach localizing English football content for a Dutch audience?I begin by identifying the content's purpose, audience, platform, and required tone. I then translate for meaning rather than word-for-word equivalence, verify football terminology and factual references, and edit the final Dutch copy for fluency, readability, and local relevance. How do you fact-check player, club, competition, and transfer information? I use trusted primary sources such as official club, league, federation, and player channels, supplemented by established sports publications. When a fact cannot be reliably confirmed, I flag it for clarification rather than making an assumption. How would you handle a low-quality machine-translated football article? I assess whether the issue is terminology, grammar, context, tone, or a machine-translation error. I correct the text using the approved style guide and glossary, document recurring issues where appropriate, and provide specific, constructive feedback. How do you maintain consistency in Dutch football terminology across projects? I maintain a personal terminology reference while following client-approved glossaries and style guides as the source of truth. For ambiguous terms, I research current usage among Dutch football media and audiences, then escalate or propose a standardized solution when needed. How do you manage multiple remote assignments with tight deadlines? I prioritize items based on publication deadlines, risk, and audience visibility, while reserving time for a final quality check. I communicate early if volume, unclear source material, or research requirements could affect delivery so expectations remain aligned. As a trusted global transformation partner, Welocalize accelerates the global business journey by enabling brands and companies to reach, engage, and grow international audiences. Welocalize delivers multilingual content transformation services in translation, localization, and adaptation for over 250 languages with a growing network of over 400,000 in-country linguistic resources. Driving innovation in language services, Welocalize delivers high-quality training data transformation solutions for NLP-enabled machine learning by blending technology and human intelligence to collect, annotate, and evaluate all content types. Our team works across locations in North America, Europe, and Asia serving our global clients in the markets that matter to them. [www.welocalize.com](http://www.welocalize.com/) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OVERVIEW MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB Welocalize is seeking passionate and culturally fluent Sports Subject Matter Experts specialized in football with exceptional writing skills to join our localization team. You’ll review, localize, fact check, translate, and adapt football-related content so it resonates with audiences in your market. Project Details:Language Pair: English (US) > Dutch (Netherlands)Task Type: Quality Control, Translation, Copy Edit, MTPEAssessment: Grammar + SME knowledge ## MAIN DUTIES * Review, localize, fact check, translate, and adapt sports-related content, mainly football, while adhering to writing style guides and guidelines * Conduct market-specific research on local content, product and terminology trends, and best localization practices for the target audience in your market * Provide feedback on written content ## REQUIRED SKILLS * BS/BA and/or 2+ years of work experience in the linguistic field, sports journalism, copywriting, or in copy-editing * Extensive sports knowledge, mainly football * Experience in translation and localization of multimedia content, preferably also machine translations and evaluations * Native-level fluency in the target language * Excellent grammar and writing skills in the native language * Strong creative writing, proofreading, and editing skills in the native language * Tech savvy: strong practical knowledge of computers and mobile devices, word processors, and spreadsheets * Owning licensed version of MS Office apps * Ability to work independently and remotely ## BONUS IF YOU HAVE: * Published work on platforms like ESPN, The Athletic, FourFourTwo, or similar. * Experience working with sports media platforms, live score apps, or sports streaming services. * A flair for adapting voice and style to Gen Z, football fan culture, and pop culture audiences. 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