JOB DESCRIPTION

• Translate in-game text, dubbing scripts, and marketing related documentation for 2K Games’ suite of games from English to Japanese.
• Assess Japanese materials to assure localization quality, cultural sensitivity, and relay the information to respective members/departments
• Assist in creation and curation of game glossary and style guides
• Collaborate with LQA teams to solve objective and subjective linguistic issues impacting Japanese versions of 2K games.
• Consult with localization and LQA teams on issues related to Japanese history, culture, pop-culture, etc.
• Work with Japanese language leads and strategists to build consensus and localization strategy for the Japanese versions of 2K games.
• Attend localization production meetings with loc producers, operational teams, and game development teams as necessary.
• Provide material and personnel support to senior leadership as necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

• Native Japanese language proficiency
• Advanced English language proficiency
• Minimum two years localization experience in games or related industry
• Firm understanding of the games industry, game genres, and popular IP
• Solid understanding of English grammar, colloquialisms, slang, and age segments
• Advanced understanding of Japanese culture and other related entertainment media
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
• Strict adherence to 2K confidentiality guidelines related to sensitive information and data
• Attention to detail, independent, time management

PLUSES

• Affinity for and knowledge of sports such as basketball, golf, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• CAT tool knowledge (MemoQ/Trados and XLOC)
• Experience adapting dubbing scripts or recording dubbing assets
• Experience using productivity solutions such as Confluence
• Experience using bug reporting solutions such as JIRA
• Experience with first party (Sony, Nintendo, etc.) certification requirements

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

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