Localization Translator

Sony•Santa Monica, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Aniplex of America Inc. is seeking a Localization Translator to work on the translation and localization of Japanese games and anime titles to North America. The ideal candidate must have a passion for Japanese anime and related culture, be bilingual in English and Japanese with strong reading, writing, and communication skills. This position has a HYBRID schedule, requiring employees to work onsite in the Santa Monica office at least 2 days per week.

Requirements

Must be fluent in English and Japanese (English native speaker preferred)
Must have achieved JLPT N1 certification or equivalent fluency
Bachelor’s degree in related fields or equivalent skills and knowledge
A minimum of 1-3 years of relevant localization experience OR a minimum of 1-3 years of video game/anime/manga translation preferred
Must have strong writing, reading and communication skills
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Be able to work under pressure of heavy workloads and tight deadlines
Must be a team player
Must be self-motivated, self-starter, confident, energetic, and creative

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with TYPE-MOON properties is a significant bonus
Experience with live interpretation is a plus

Responsibilities

Translate text from Japanese to English
Check translation accuracy between Japanese and English
Assist with communication with domestic and oversea partners
Assist with tracking localization progress and schedule
Assist with quality assurance on physical and digital releases
Any additional tasks as required by the department manager

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs
Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
Matching gift program
A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)