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Naughty Dog

Cinematics Editor

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$36.25 - $54.32/hr

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention ... Create first pass edits based on director feedback from mocap dailies * Responsible for adding temp ...

Riot Games

Sr. Manager, Technical Production

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

... Localization, Publishing and Media Asset Management ecosystem. Your team will set the standards ... Reporting to the Director, Globalization Technology, you will lead and support a globally ...

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Riot Games

Sr. Manager, Technical Production

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

... Localization, Publishing and Media Asset Management ecosystem. Your team will set the standards ... Reporting to the Director, Globalization Technology, you will lead and support a globally ...

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What is the difference between Director Game Localization vs Localization Manager?

AspectDirector Game LocalizationLocalization Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire localization strategy, manages teams, and aligns localization with game development goalsManages day-to-day localization projects, coordinates translators, and ensures quality control
Required CredentialsExperience in localization, project management, and leadership; often a background in translation or linguisticsExperience in localization, project coordination, and language skills; often a translation or language degree
Work EnvironmentStrategic, leadership-focused, often involved in cross-departmental planningOperational, detail-oriented, working closely with translation teams and vendors

The main difference is that the Director Game Localization focuses on strategic leadership and overall localization direction, while the Localization Manager handles daily project execution and team coordination. Both roles require strong language skills and experience in localization, but the director role involves higher-level planning and management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of game localization?

To excel as a Director of Game Localization, you need expertise in localization strategy, project management, and fluency in multiple languages, usually supported by a degree in linguistics or a related field. Familiarity with localization management tools (such as CAT tools, translation management systems), QA platforms, and content adaptation software is essential. Strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and problem-solving abilities set top candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure that games are accurately and culturally adapted for global markets, driving player engagement and commercial success.

What does a director of game localization do?

A Director of Game Localization oversees the entire process of adapting video games for different languages and cultures. This includes managing translation teams, coordinating with developers, ensuring cultural relevance, and maintaining the original game's tone and intent. They are responsible for meeting deadlines, maintaining high quality standards, and ensuring the localized version provides a seamless experience for players worldwide. Their role is crucial in expanding a game's reach and success in international markets.

What are some typical challenges a director of game localization faces when managing international release timelines?

A Director of Game Localization often navigates tight release schedules that require coordination across multiple regions and languages. They must ensure that translations maintain the game's original tone and intent while also complying with cultural sensitivities and local regulations. Balancing quality, speed, and budget can be challenging, especially when unexpected changes in the source material occur late in development. Collaboration with development, marketing, and QA teams is essential to address technical constraints and ensure a seamless launch across all markets.
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Cinematics Editor

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$36.25 - $54.32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, YOH Enterprise Solutions.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United State for this position.

This is a hybrid/ onsite position.

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I and Part II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we're busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome a diverse pool of candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.

We are looking for an Editor to assist the editorial team with cinematics for our upcoming title. As a studio, Naughty Dog strives to make the transition between interactive and scripted content seamless, and our editors are a key position in keeping everyone in sync to make that happen. If you're a highly-collaborative editor with a passion for telling character-driven stories, we'd love to hear from you!

What you will do:

  • Attend mocap shoots and take detailed performance notes
  • Process and ingest video ref and audio capture from the mocap stage
  • Create first pass edits based on director feedback from mocap dailies
  • Responsible for adding temp music and sound effects at the request of cinematic stakeholders
  • Work with Editorial Lead and Cinematic Supervisor to iterate on camera edits. Relay feedback to camera team as needed to facilitate rapid turnaround
  • Collaborating with the editorial, animation, and production teams to keep scenes moving forward through our cinematic pipeline
  • Deliver locked cinematics to animation. Process face orders, body adjustments, foley deliveries, and Localization handoff

What skills you will use:

  • Self-starter who's incredibly organized and detail oriented a must
  • Needs to work well in a high-pressure environment as a member of a team
  • Open to feedback and iteration in a collaborative environment
  • Thorough knowledge of Adobe Premiere preferred
  • Knowledge of various digital video codecs, file formats and encoding preferred

Bonus Skills:

  • Experience editing motion capture footage
  • Post-production experience with live-action-either fiction or documentary
  • Experience working at a game studio or vendor, AAA or otherwise

At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click hereto learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$36.25-$54.32 USD

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