Antonella Ciaravella

PORTFOLIO

LQA Game Tester | Video Game Localization | Translator
(English > Italian)

HELLO,

I’m Antonella Ciaravella!An Italian native speaker passionate about video games, with extensive experience in Localization and LQA.Gaming has always been a major part of my life. Over the years, I’ve played more than 200 titles across different genres, from story-driven RPGs to competitive multiplayer games, giving me a deep understanding of gaming terminology, player expectations, and the importance of high-quality localization.As a Translator and LQA Tester Specialist, I ensure that every element of a game, from dialogue and UI to in-game text and narrative nuances, is accurately and effectively localized from English to Italian. I approach each project not only from a linguistic perspective but also with a gamer’s mindset, focusing on how players experience mechanics, storytelling, tone, and immersion.I specialize in combining cultural accuracy with a strong focus on player experience, ensuring that the localized version feels natural, authentic, and as engaging as the original. Careful terminology management, consistency checks, and detailed LQA processes are key to maintaining quality and coherence across projects.With solid hands-on experience in testing, bug reporting, linguistic checks, and overall quality assurance, I deliver localization that preserves intent, emotion, and immersion while providing players with an authentic gaming experience.

Contacts

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EDUCATION

• I.I.S.S. Luigi Pirandello
2012 – 2016High School Diploma, Linguistic High School• Università degli Studi eCampus
2022 – 2024Bachelor’s Degree in European and World Languages and Cultures, Foreign Languages and Literatures• Digital Bros Game Academy
mar 2025 – may 2025Specialization Course in Game Localization

EXPERIENCE

• Game Localization Specialist (EN > IT) [Internship]
Wabbit Translations - Game Localization
jun 2025 - aug 2025• LQA Game Tester (IT)
Side
oct 2025 - present• Game Localization Specialist
LILT AI
apr 2026 - present• Game Localization Specialist & Translator (EN/ES > IT)
Wabbit Translations - Game Localization
may 2026 - present• LQA Game Tester
LangLink Localization Solutions Co., Limited
may 2026 - present

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PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Strong attention to detail and excellent linguistic sensitivity.• Ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines in fast-paced production environments.• Clear, concise, and accurate written bug reporting.• Adaptable to different game genres, tools, methodologies, and project scopes.• Excellent communication skills in both Italian and English.• Proficient in MS Office, Console Target Managers, JIRA, TestRail, MemoQ, Aegisub and other client’s QA software.• Experienced with team collaboration platforms, including Microsoft Teams and Discord.• Effective both independently and as part of a team, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

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MORE THAN JUST A HOBBY OR A JOB...

Gaming has always been a central part of my life. Over the years, I’ve played more than 200 titles across a wide range of genres, developing a strong understanding of gaming terminology, player expectations, and the importance of high-quality localization.I’ve grown up with video games across multiple platforms, from PlayStation to handheld consoles like the Game Boy and Nintendo DS, as well as Wii, PC and mobile. Gaming has been a constant presence throughout my life, shaping both my interests and my professional direction.When it comes to genres, I consider myself highly versatile. I enjoy exploring different types of experiences rather than limiting myself to a single category, although JRPGs remain a personal favorite for their storytelling depth and emotional impact.Among the titles that have had the strongest influence on me are Final Fantasy VII and Kingdom Hearts.These games played a key role in shaping my appreciation for narrative, character development, and emotional storytelling in games, and they remain references that I continue to revisit over time.I am also an active player of live service and gacha games, with Genshin Impact being a long-term interest. Beyond gameplay, I engage deeply with its lore and world-building, often analyzing details and narrative connections.