Localization Producer

Viz Media

381d • $80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

VIZ Media is seeking a Localization Producer to oversee the localization and production of its anime projects. This role involves managing the entire production process, ensuring timely delivery of localized elements, and coordinating with various teams and vendors. The Localization Producer will lead complex multi-language projects, evaluate resources, create production schedules, and maintain quality control throughout the localization process.

Requirements

• 5+ years of localization project management in media & entertainment.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of dubbing and subtitling processes, production workflows, and digital assets.
• Proficient with productivity and collaboration tools (i.e., Google Workspace, Slack, Wrike).
• Experience translating or localizing content from Japanese into English; Professional/intermediate Japanese fluency.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects effectively with sound judgment.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with manga, animation, and anime titles.
• Experience with production software, tools, and technology (Adobe Premiere/edit tools, subtitling/caption & QC software).

Responsibilities

• Independently lead and plan, execute, and deliver complex multi-language localization projects under tight deadlines.
• Evaluate, prepare, and coordinate resources and assets required for localization.
• Create scope of work and production schedules.
• Monitor and track progress against milestones and due dates while keeping all stakeholders informed.
• Identify critical paths for localization deliverables and any project risks.
• Proactively create contingency plans for risk management and escalate any critical issues to Localization Management.
• Oversee all aspects of the subtitle and dubbing creation, including creative guidance and quality control.
• Manage localization requests from other departments, including document translation and copy creation.
• Contribute, develop, define, and document best practices, efficient workflows, SOP's, and production documents.

Benefits

• Partially subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) savings plan - including employer matching
• Flexible Spending - health and dependent care
• Commuter stipend for in-office work
• Life Insurance/AD&D/STD/LTD
• Legal & ID Theft insurance
• Group Pet insurance rates
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time - plus your birthday is a holiday!
• Philanthropy program, including paid time off for volunteer work
• Wellness program, including fitness membership discounts and reimbursement
• Full time casual dress
• Flexible work hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree