French Canadian Linguist - Localization at Gap Inc. in San Francisco, California

Job Description:

About Gap Inc.

Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.    

This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to  learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and professional Linguist for the French-Canadian market to join the Localization team at Gap Inc. This position requires a strong linguist with experience in translation, transcreation, machine translation, post-editing and review - preferably in retail, marketing, internal communications, and legal realms. This role will partner closely with the French-Canadian Linguistic Manager and French-Canadian linguists, to ensure content applicability for the Québec/Canada region, brands' tone of voice, stylistic and linguistic requirements all while working alongside the Localization team to support and strengthen business partner relationships cross functionally.


We are open to candidates in the San Francisco, CA, New York, NY and Dallas, TX markets. Compensation ranges will adjust based on candidate location.

What You'll Do

• Provide linguistic expertise and be an advocate for the French Canada (FRCA) language, ensuring compliancy with linguistic laws in Québec/Canada, regionally relevant content, and respect of each brand's voice.


• Complete FRCA translations (including transcreation and post-editing tasks), linguistic reviews, in-context reviews/proofreading, and light formatting.


• Provide FRCA translations for employee-facing and customer-facing content, including creative and technical content.


• Perform terminology research and collaborate on terminology questions.


• Review, prioritize, and manage deadlines, issues and queries that affect localized content to ensure internal stakeholder's expectations are met and projects are delivered on time with high quality translations.


• Build partnerships and assert localization expertise to deepen collaboration with the Localization team and linguists.


• Support internal teams in continually improving processes and identify areas in localization that could be improved.

Who You Are

• Native level proficiency in French (Canada) and fluent in English (both written and spoken).


• Experienced French <> English translator with transcreation ability.


• Experience with translating different types of content, such as communications, marketing, human resources, legal and technical.


• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly.


• Comfortable using a variety of publishing tools and is thoughtful in the delivery of information while working on diverse content.


• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines


• Strong service mindset with the ability to provide excellent service to internal customers.


• Prior experience in retail or fashion is an asset.


• Prior experience in XTM is an asset.Prior experience with Québec's Bill 96 is an asset.

Benefits at Gap Inc.

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
• Employee stock purchase plan.*
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
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*For eligible employees

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.


Salary Range: $73,400 - $93,600 USD
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.