Bilingual Artwork Project Specialist (Japanese)

10 Months ago • 2-4 Years • Localization • $77,500 PA - $124,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Bilingual Artwork Project Specialist with 2-4 years project management experience. Must have Japanese proficiency and project management skills.
Must have:
  • Project Management
  • Japanese Proficiency
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem Solving
Good to have:
  • Video Gaming
  • Entertainment Industry
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Project Certification
Perks:
  • Performance Bonus
  • Comprehensive Benefits

Job Details

Nintendo of America Inc.

About Nintendo: Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has created franchises that have become household names worldwide, including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Pokémon™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™, through its integrated hardware and software products. Nintendo aims to deliver unique, intuitive entertainment experiences for everyone, manufacturing and marketing video game devices such as the Nintendo Switch™ family of systems, developing and operating applications for smart devices, and collaborating with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like visual content and theme parks. Nintendo has sold more than 5.8 billion video games and over 850 million hardware units globally. From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, through today and into the future, Nintendo’s continuing mission is to create unique entertainment that puts smiles on the faces of people all over the world. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/.

Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

  • Maintains and manages a central information system that tracks project specs and schedules, process tasks, resources, and revisions, as well as archive information.

  • Forecasts and recommends resources required.

  • Partners with members of Nintendo Company Limited (NCL) and Nintendo of America (NOA) internal groups to collect project information, specifications, and asset availability necessary for artwork creation and project workflow.

  • Creates initial workback schedule/tasks, resources, manages revisions, and communicates changes with Design team.

  • Utilizes problem-solving methodology to identify root causes and develop appropriate solutions for improving and standardizing end-to-end process effectiveness.

  • Facilitates department fact finding and research projects to reinforce continuous improvement strategies and standardization initiatives.

  • May requires a high level of visibility and interaction with middle and upper-level management.

  • Provides assessments of team and project performance and reports back to stakeholders and project sponsor/owner.

  • Reviews communications between NOA Artwork Team and NCL and provides Japanese/English translation.

  • Other duties as assigned.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum 2-4 years of experience leading projects.

  • Understanding of project management methodology, including ability to identify and resolve issues, create and track milestones, and manage risk.

  • Demonstrated success in innovation and driving business initiatives with measurable results in a cross-functional team environment.

  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project applications.

  • Flexibility to work independently and collaboratively.

  • Excellent business communication skills in English and Japanese.

  • Familiarity with Japanese business culture and etiquette.

  • Proven experience using negotiation skills to drive collaboration across varied stakeholders to ensure timely execution of projects.

  • Proven ability to achieve results in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities.

  • Video gaming or entertainment industry experience a plus.

  • Undergraduate degrees in Business, Marketing, a related field, or equivalent.

  • Project Management Certification preferred.

  • Bilingual: Japanese proficiency test Level I or native fluency required.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.

This position includes a base salary range of $77,500 - $124,000 annually, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Please see our Benefits & Perks page for more benefits information.

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