Localization Specialist

WORK DESCRIPTION

• Localizing tasks (script writing, voice recording, QA) for international versions, as well as related tasks such as scheduling, progress management, and asset management of files and scripts
• Communication and interpretation with overseas staff and partner companies
• Other general administrative work required within the production studio

REQUIREMENTS

• Native language skills in Japanese and English
• Ability to do creative translation tasks from Japanese to English and/or English to Japanese
• Someone with confidence in their communication skills
• Someone who understands the industry and game development

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with game localization
• Experience doing creative translation work
• Previous work experience in the gaming industry
• Ability to manage assets
• Must not have trouble coming to the office and be able to work hybrid or in the office.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Japanese CV (Rirekisho with photo) ※if available
• CV
• Screening Assignment:
  • Pick a recent game, video work, manga, or novel you found most interesting, and state the titles and briefly explain your reasonings.
  • Explanation on your Japanese and English skills
  • If you have a TOEIC, TOEFL, or any other scores that measure your language abilities, please make note of it

NOTES

Please exclude information about confidential matters before submitting.

[EMPLOYMENT STATUS] Contract employee (promotion to Full-Time Employee is possible).

[LOCATION] Minato-ku Tokyo Japan (Nearest train station: Shinagawa station).

[WORK HOURS] 10:00 ｰ 18:45 or Discretionary Labor System
Standard work hour starts at 10:00 am. Exact work hours are left to individual discretion.

[SALARY] Annual salary, performance incentive system in place
We will take into consideration your past experiences and abilities and match them to our company regulations.

[BENEFITS] Various insurance, transportation expenses, salary revision (once a year), medical checkups, congratulatory and condolence allowances, corporate defined contribution pension plan (for full-time employees only), incentives (for full-time employees only).

[TIME-OFF] Five-day work week (2 days off, Saturday and Sunday), official holidays, summer vacation, end-of-year/New Year, paid vacation, congratulatory/bereavement leave.