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Freelance Game Localizer (Simplified Chinese into Japanese)

TransPerfect

JapanRemote9mo ago
Employment
Freelance

About the role

๐ŸŽฎ Join TransPerfect Gaming!

Are you passionate about gaming and experienced in translation? TransPerfect Gaming is looking for freelance SIMPLIFIED CHINESE to JAPANESE gaming translators to collaborate on exciting localization projects. You'll work on everything from indie games to AAA titles, ensuring the best gaming experience for JAPANESE players.

๐Ÿ”น What Weโ€™re Looking For:

โœ… Native-level proficiency in JAPANESE

โœ… Strong command of ENGLISH and SIMPLIFIED CHINESE

โœ… Deep passion for gaming and familiarity with gaming terminology

โœ… Minimum 2 years of experience in gaming localization (SIMPLIFIED CHINESE>JAPANESE)

โœ… Expertise in Adventure, Strategy, and Fantasy games

โœ… Skilled in CAT tools (preferably in memoQ)

โœ… Detail-oriented with excellent grammar, spelling, and terminology skills

โœ… Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, creative environment

๐Ÿ”น Minimum Requirements (Must meet ONE of the following):

๐Ÿ“Œ A Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies (or equivalent with significant translation training)

๐Ÿ“Œ 2+ years of translation experience + a college degree

๐Ÿ“Œ 5+ years of translation experience (no degree required)

๐Ÿ“Œ A translation certification issued by an appropriate government body

๐Ÿ”น How to Apply:

๐Ÿ“ฉ Apply via LinkedIn with your latest CV attached, or send an email to charles.jiang@transperfect.com.

๐Ÿ”Ž In your CV, please include:

a) Your Gaming Translation and Localization experience (gaming genres, partial client lists, estimated word count).

b) Your proposed best rate per source word (USD) for Translation.

c) Your proposed best rate per source word (USD) for Proofreading.

๐Ÿ“ Applicants must sign a confidentiality agreement and complete a Translation test.

๐Ÿ“ข Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

๐Ÿ”— By applying, I confirm I have read and accepted TransPerfect's Privacy Policy: https://www.transperfect.com/about/data-privacy-recruiting

๐Ÿ”น Minimum Requirements (Must meet ONE of the following):

๐Ÿ“Œ A Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies (or equivalent with significant translation training)

๐Ÿ“Œ 2+ years of translation experience + a college degree

๐Ÿ“Œ 5+ years of translation experience (no degree required)

๐Ÿ“Œ A translation certification issued by an appropriate government body

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