English Localization Specialist - Osaka

Description Translate in-game text, promotional material, and press releases Create and update the SNK English style guide and game glossaries Adapt and adjust English lore as necessary Proofread/edit translated text to ensure quality Prep for and attend voice recording sessions Raise culturally sensitive issues for discussion within the localization team Check implemented text in-game for context and mistranslations (LQA) Handle bug fixes Collaborate with other companies’ developers as necessary for crossover characters and events Requirements Must-have: Native speaker of English 3 years of localization experience (preferably in game localization) Business level Japanese (JLPT level N1 and above or equivalent) Ability to organize and multitask over multiple projects Ability to communicate and coordinate with various stakeholders within the localization team Experience with Confluence, Microsoft Office, or similar software Experience with memoQ or similar translation memory software Experience with Jira or similar bug tracking software Nice-to-have: English dubbing voice direction experience Familiarity with SNK games Awareness of the English-speaking gaming market and culture Ideal candidate: Works well within a culturally and linguistically diverse environment Is proactive and inquisitive with an ability to quickly grasp complex situations Has a flexible and collaborative outlook on their work Loves games and other forms of entertainment such as anime, manga, and movies Benefits Free drinks available in the office Casual dress code (no uniforms required) Seminar and training support programs Special allowance for dedicated development roles Employee referral program Annual health check-up Special leave for COVID-19 vaccination Influenza vaccination support Employee consultation service Access to comprehensive welfare club services Full social insurance coverage Retirement allowance system Plus many other benefits to support a comfortable working environment! Working Hours 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (7.5 hours of actual work per day) Holidays & Leave Full five-day workweek (Saturday and Sunday off) National holidays, summer vacation, and year-end/New Year holidays Approximately 125 annual holidays Paid leave: Up to 12 days granted upon joining (number of days varies depending on the month of hire) Compensation Annual salary will be determined based on previous compensation, experience, and skills. Insurance Health insurance Welfare pension insurance Employment insurance Workers’ compensation insurance Retirement Benefits Available (Lump-sum payment and defined contribution pension plan) Retirement Age Mandatory retirement at age 60, with a re-employment program available Additional Notes Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.