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Japanese Localization QA Tester

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Japanese QA Tester Location : Remote Part-time Requirements * Native-level fluency in Japanese language (grammar, vocabulary, composition, punctuation) * Fluency in English (written and spoken)

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AspectJapanese Software LocalizationJapanese Translation Specialist
Primary FocusAdapting software, interfaces, and content for Japanese market, including cultural and technical adjustmentsTranslating written content from one language to Japanese, focusing on accuracy and language nuances
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Work EnvironmentTech companies, software firms, localization agenciesPublishing houses, translation agencies, media companies

While both roles involve Japanese language skills, Japanese Software Localization focuses on adapting software products for the Japanese market, requiring technical and cultural expertise. In contrast, Japanese Translation Specialists primarily translate written content, emphasizing linguistic accuracy. Both roles are essential in global business but serve different purposes within the localization and translation industry.

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Manager, Localization - English Writing

Manager, Localization - English Writing

Nintendo

Redmond, WA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Nintendo rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 209 rated software companies

Job description

Job Summary:
Nintendo of America is a leader in the entertainment industry, known for its iconic franchises. They are seeking a Manager for Localization to oversee the adaptation of products for the North American and Latin American markets, manage a team, and ensure effective communication with Japanese development teams.
Responsibilities:
• Manages localization of Nintendo products from the Japanese to the North American and Latin American markets.
• Makes recommendations based on knowledge of Nintendo Of Europe (NOE) market needs.
• Works with the Planning team and Localization Management to help develop schedules and coordinate workflow with other localization team members.
• Tracks project spend, alerting the management team if deadlines or budget is at risk.
• Coordinates and owns biannual budget updates for Comprehensive projects.
• Investigates and implements feature enhancements to Localization Support Platform tool, including but not limited to actual coding.
• Works with Management and project teams in creating and coordinating Post Mortem meetings and reports.
• Manages team of writer/editors or translators under heavy workloads in fast-paced environment.
• Manages contractors as needed.
• Occasionally manages outsourcing of game text and scripts as needed.
• Recommends adaptations and changes to make products more appealing for North American and Latin American markets.
• Manages development of game scripts, voice actor casting, and voice recording process.
• Provides detailed and summary reports to upper management regarding localization status and changes.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with Japanese development teams and with other Nintendo Company Limited (NCL) subsidiaries.
• Communicates products strengths and features to upper management and other departments including Marketing and Corporate Communications.
• Acts as spokesperson for Nintendo by presenting games to media, participating in interviews, presenting on live streams, and supporting other promotional efforts.
• Monitors and evaluates performance, provides feedback, guidance, development, training and task direction to assigned staff.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Minimum of six (6) years of related experience required.
• One to two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Ability to manage a team of writers or translators under heavy workloads in fast-paced environment.
• Strong awareness and understanding of Japanese, US, French-Canadian or Latin American localization issues and market preferences.
• Ability to communicate effectively with international contacts.
• Ability to make recommendations regarding cultural/localization issues for software.
• Ability to grasp and preserve the creative vision for products during the localization process.
• Experience in audio production required.
• Thorough knowledge of Nintendo properties, products, and history.
• Ability to communicate product features and details and to present products effectively.
• Valid passport may be required for international travel.
• Manages a team of professional individual contributors and/or supervisors.
• Applies understanding of the business and how own area integrates with others to achieve departmental objectives.
• Internal software development experience.
• Understanding of network systems (including Subversion and Proxies).
• Knowledge of Windows applications.
• Undergraduate degree in English, Creative Writing, or equivalent.
Preferred:
• Experience in collaboration tools a plus.
Company:
Nintendo is a Japanese multinational consumer electronics company that develops game consoles. It is a sub-organization of Nintendo Japan. Founded in 1980, the company is headquartered in Los Angeles, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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