Associate Project Specialist - Bilingual Japanese [Limited Term]

Overview Nintendo of America About Nintendo of America : From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System more than 30 years ago, Nintendo's mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo's iconic franchises including Mario, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, Metroid, Animal Crossing, Pikmin, and Splatoon across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company\'s website at Responsibilities Partners with global and cross-functional teams to plan, manage, and deliver projects from intake through completion, including scope, schedule, milestones, and budgets. Serves as a point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring alignment on deliverables, timelines, approvals, costs, and resource priorities. Coordinates day-to-day project logistics, communication, and documentation; plans and facilitates meetings, prepares agendas and summaries, and tracks tasks and risks. Supports project close out through postmortems, archiving, and, as needed, product testing and evaluation. May assist in preparing and translating collaboration materials (documents, presentations, other communications) in English and Japanese. May assist in interpreting real-time communication during meetings in English and Japanese. Qualifications Minimum 1 year of experience leading projects, or related experience. Understanding of project management methodology, including ability to identify and resolve issues, create and track milestones and manage risk. Good game play skills and the ability to identify key selling points and marketing opportunities is preferred. Experience supporting business initiatives and participating in cross-functional team efforts. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Familiarity with Japanese business practices. Fluent in English and Japanese with strong bilingual spoken and written communication skills. Undergraduate degree in Writing, Communications, Business, a related field, or equivalent education and experience. Valid passport may be required for international travel. Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N1 certification or equivalent. Additional Information Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time. This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Pay Range: $33.27 – $53.22 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr Nintendo of America Inc.