Summary Of PositionThe Localization Specialist is responsible for translating and localizing all existing and new Nexon games. The candidate is also expected to perform content-related research on game updates and provide explanations on the original Korean content’s tone and style to the candidate's assigned project group. The candidate must be able to work on-site twice a week.This role is a temporary position with a duration of 6 months.Job Responsibilities

• Translate and localize game content and documents from Korean to English
• Ensure that the localization aligns with cultural, linguistic, industry-specific, and technical standards
• Keep consistency with established style and terminology in each game
• Maintain translation guides with the latest and important information for future translators
• Utilize effective internet research techniques to gather accurate and current information for localization tasks related to each game
• Coordinate with copyeditors and other translators to provide quality localization
• Communicate with other departments and partners to meet localization goals
• Train other translators and review their work to share feedback
• Report task progress to team members and manager
• Translate email communications and meetings between teams in Korea and the US
• Handle logistics, scheduling, and other administrative tasks as needed

Work Experience

• 2+ years of related work experience
• 2+ years of game localization experience
• Experience with CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools such as memoQ is preferred
• Basic familiarity with programming language and codes is preferred

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Creative writing techniques preferred

Knowledge/Skills

• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in both Korean and English at a native level
• Comfortable translating in English to Korean as well as Korean to English
• Exceptional focus on precision and accuracy for spelling and numbers
• Outstanding abilities in writing and proofreading
• Comprehensive knowledge of intricate game mechanics and terminology
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Enthusiasm for localization in general is preferred
• Passion for gaming in both the Korean and English language is preferred

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.Nexon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Compensation Description For Pay Transparency (hourly)The base salary range for this position in El Segundo, CA is $31.00 - $36.00 hourly.