Localization Translator

MUST BE BUSINESS PROFICIENT AND BILINGUAL IN JAPANESE POSITION SUMMARY The Localization Translator will work on translation and localization of Japanese games and anime titles to North America. The ideal candidate must have a passion for Japanese anime and related culture. The ideal candidate must be bilingual speaker (English and Japanese) and have strong skills in reading, writing, and communication. Hybrid Schedule The position has a HYBRID schedule. Employees are expected to work onsite in the Santa Monica office at least 2 days per week. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Under the supervision of the department manager and leads, the candidate will perform the following duties: Translate text from Japanese to English Check translation accuracy between Japanese and English Assist with communication with domestic and overseas partners Assist with tracking localization progress and schedule Assist with quality assurance on physical and digital releases Any additional tasks as required by the department manager Honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above. QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION Must be fluent in English and Japanese (English native speaker preferred) Must have achieved JLPT N1 certification or equivalent fluency Bachelor's degree in related fields or equivalent skills and knowledge A minimum of 1-3 years of relevant localization experience OR a minimum of 1-3 years of video game/anime/manga translation preferred Familiarity with TYPE-MOON properties is a significant bonus A strong enthusiasm for and passion for Anime Must have strong writing, reading and communication skills Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Be able to work under pressure of heavy workloads and tight deadlines Must be a team player Must be self-motivated, self-starter, confident, energetic, and creative Experience with live interpretation is a plus Benefits SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family's physical, emotional, and financial well-being. What We Offer You Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance Short-term & long-term disability plans Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave 401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting Education assistance and student loan programs Other Programs Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year's Day (based on business needs) Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility) Matching gift program A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs) Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions) The target annualized base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. In addition to the annual base salary, this role has an annual bonus target of 5%. The individual will be paid hourly and eligible for overtime. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of America Sony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, People Experience Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for. Right to Work (English/Spanish) E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish) #J-18808-Ljbffr