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Video Game Translator - Japanese

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Currently, Testronic Translation Department is looking for an English into Japanese Video Game Language Expert who will:

  • Translate video game content, both full-titles and game updates (sometimes in cooperation with other Translators),
  • Translate marketing texts and other promo materials related to games,
  • Proofread other Translators’ work to ensure the text is of the best quality.

Requirements

  • Native speaker of Japanese who is also a language enthusiast, passionate about linguistic and cultural nuances.
  • Fluent knowledge of English, allowing to participate in interview video call with our Vendor Manager.
  • Ability to provide invoices.
  • Minimum 6 months of translation experience in video games.
  • Freelance registration recommended.
  • Experience in subtitle translation and LQA will be beneficial.

Benefits

  • Independent and project-based job (Typical freelancing B2B contract).
  • Truly friendly work environment, semi-formal approach to communication, approachable PMs.
  • Decent translation rates with a fair fuzzy grid.
  • Opportunity to work remotely from any place (availability to cover 9-5 CET time zone at least partially required).
  • All necessary tools provided (CAT tool license for Phrase will be supplied).

If you are interested in developing your experience in video game localization industry and searching for new opportunities, then you are the perfect match!

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, Photo, Experience, Resume

  • Are you native in Japanese? yes / no
  • Do you have professional experience in translation as a Linguist? yes / no
  • What kind of translation experience do you have? written answer
  • Do you have experience in video game localization? If yes, please specify the titles or content types you have worked on and the approximate volumes handled. written answer
  • What is your Translation rate per word (EUR)?
  • What is your Proofreading rate per word (EUR)?
  • Do you have a business registration or VAT number related to your activity as a Freelance Translator?
  • Anything else we should know about you? written answer

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