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Iyuno

Production Manager

Burbank, CA · On-site

$70K - $78K/yr

... localization servicesfrom projectinceptionto completion of production & final delivery ... Experience withVoiceQor similar scripting software * Highly skilled with MicrosoftExceland ...

Inficare Technologies

Translator

Sterling, VA · Remote

$44K - $58K/yr

Japanese * Swedish * German * Czech * Portuguese * Vietnamese * Romanian * Indonesian * Dutch ... g, software/app development, digital marketing, and staff augmentation for IT, healthcare, and ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for japanese software localization in the United States is $54.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $62.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Japanese Software Localization vs Japanese Translation Specialist?

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
Required SkillsTechnical knowledge, software development understanding, cultural awareness, language skillsLanguage proficiency, translation skills, cultural knowledge
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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Production Manager

Iyuno

Burbank, CA • On-site

$70K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Role purpose/ summary:

The Production Manager oversees all aspects of productionof various Dubbing projects including but not limitedto:voice over and lip-sync dubbing, editing, mixing, and other localization servicesfrom projectinceptionto completion of production & final delivery.

Responsibilities:

  • Creation of production schedules including delivery, and archiving of final assets

  • Accurate andtimelyupdating of production status tracker(s) including A/V, ancillary deliverables, project specific budgetary forecasting

  • Tracks key milestones to ensure smooth production and communicates any changes to Title Manager(s).

  • Revises schedule according to client requests, production needs,establishedpriorities, and availability or capability of staff or equipment.

  • Scripting: Communicating with Director, Adaptor & Content Partners to ensure scripts are created accurately & within decided timelines

  • Review speaking roles and oversee casting

  • Directing voice talent as needed (special projects, pickups)

  • Review produced content for sync and quality

  • Facilitating the smooth operation and interaction of all key components & team members within the production

  • Confers with department supervisors todetermineprogress of work and to provide information on changes affecting efficiency and quality of production.

  • Collaborate with Studio Director andSupervising Dubbing ProducerinestablishingSOPs and operational best practices

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essentialqualifications:

  • 3+years experiencein Dubbing/Post Productionrequired.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Must be detail oriented, organized, and stay cool under pressure in a fast-paced production environment

  • Knowledge of Video and Audio codecs, specifications, and formats

  • Comfort with creating workable and efficient production schedules

  • Understanding of production accounting

  • Experience withVoiceQor similar scripting software

  • Highly skilled with MicrosoftExceland Microsoft Office

Preferred qualifications:

  • Proficient in Pro-Tools

  • Fluent in Japanese,Koreanor other language in addition to English

  • Experience withprelayanimation workflows

  • Knowledge ofgame audio/localizationpipelines

Salary Range- $70,304-$78,000 DOE.

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