๐ฎ Game Localization Specialist (KR โ JP)
Hiring Now! ๐ฅ
Weโre looking for a top-tier Korean-to-Japanese game localization expert to join our global gaming team!If youโre passionate about games, master both languages, and live for high-quality localization โ this role is for you!
โจ Key Responsibilities
๐ฃ๏ธ Translation & Adaptation: Translate and adapt game text, UI, scripts, marketing materials, and all related content from Korean to Japanese while preserving original meaning, tone, humor, and creative style.
๐ Review & Editing: Review and edit localized content to ensure accuracy, fluency, consistency, and strict adherence to style guides and glossaries.
๐ฏ Localization Quality Assurance (LQA): Perform in-game linguistic & cultural testing; identify errors, cultural issues, and functional bugs; conduct regression testing after fixes.
๐ Terminology Management: Create, maintain, and update glossaries, style guides, and translation memories to ensure consistency across all projects.
๐ Culturalization: Ensure content is culturally appropriate and resonates with Japanese players; provide cultural and linguistic insights to the development team.
๐ค Collaboration: Work closely with developers, PMs, and other linguists to resolve localization issues and maintain smooth workflows.
๐ ๏ธ Tool Proficiency: Proficient in CAT tools (memoQ, Trados Studio), bug tracking software (Jira), and terminology management systems.
๐๏ธ Audio Localization Support: Support script adaptation, voice-over feedback, and linguistic QA for recorded audio assets.
๐ Process & AI Innovation: Contribute to improving localization workflows and evaluating AI-powered localization tools.
๐ฏ Qualifications
Native proficiency in Japanese + professional/near-native proficiency in Korean.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
3+ years of proven experience in game localization, translation, or related fields.
Deep understanding of gaming culture, genres, and player expectations.
Strong attention to detail, quality-driven, and able to work efficiently in fast-paced environments.
๐ How to Apply
Send CV, relevant experience & rates to ๐ฉ [Upgrade to PRO to see contact]
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Email Subject:Language Pair | Position | Based in [Country] | Years of Game Experience | Current City | Service Type
๐ก Example:KR>JP | Korean-Japanese Translator | Based in Japan | 3yrs | Tokyo | Translation & Proofreading
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