Localization: Japanese to Thai translator

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Job Summary

Job Description

Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to major developers and studios worldwide. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has expanded globally with over 40 studios in 15 countries. They are seeking a Thai Translator for their global translation operation. This role involves translating video game content from Japanese to Thai, ensuring high linguistic quality and adherence to guidelines, and collaborating with a team of language specialists.
Must have:
  • Create or helps create glossaries and style guides.
  • Create or helps create characterisation documents.
  • Carry out translation work following provided guidelines.
  • Carry out revision work following provided guidelines.
  • Work as part of a larger team of translators or revisers.
  • Provide linguistic feedback for work carried out externally.
  • Meet outlined deadlines and industry-standard productivity figures.
  • Native-level Thai language proficiency.
  • Fluent-level Japanese (JLPT N1 or N2) proficiency.
  • Strong cultural understanding of Thai culture.
  • Experience in translation, preferably in Manga or gaming industry.
  • Proactive with clear and effective communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
  • Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
  • Sound research and translation judgment skills, self-motivation, adaptability, and professionalism.
  • Candidate must reside within Japan with valid working visa.
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of translation tools (e.g., memoQ)
Perks:
  • Collaborating with people creating innovative interactive entertainment.
  • Dynamic and entrepreneurial culture.
  • Video games focused environment.
  • Contract Employee with permanent employee promotion available.
  • Trial period: 3 months with no change in conditions.
  • Up to 50,000 yen reimbursement or train pass.

Job Details

Description

About the company

Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world.

Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video games industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Our industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets. For more information, visit http://www.side.inc/.

About the role

Side is currently recruiting a Thai Translator for our global translation operation. We're looking for candidates with advanced language skills and in-depth cultural knowledge of Thailand.

You will be responsible for correctly translating video game content and acting as an interpreter to change other associated text into Japanese to Thai. You will follow product-specific guidelines to ensure the maximum linguist quality and adherence to all relevant conventions. You will be working as part of a team of language specialists to produce high-quality translations, either by translating yourself or reviewing documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create or helps create glossaries and style guides following pre-defined guidelines from the client.
  • Create or helps create characterisation documents
  • Carry out translation work following provided guidelines and instructions, including First Party terminology.
  • Carry out revision work following provided guidelines and instructions, including First Party terminology
  • Work as part of a larger team of translators or revisers
  • Provide linguistic feedback for work carried out externally.
  • All work is carried out by meeting the outlined deadlines and industry-standard productivity figures.

Requirements

Requirements

  • Native-level Thai.
  • Fluent-level Japanese (JLPT N1 or N2).
  • Strong cultural understanding of Thai culture.
  • Experience within the translation, prefferably in Manga or gaming industry.
  • Knowledge translation tools (e.g.memoQ,) is a plus.
  • Be proactive with clear and effective communication skills (verbal and written).
  • The ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and stay focused.
  • Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
  • Sound research and translation judgment skills, and have self-motivation, adaptability, and professionalism.
  • Candidate must reside within Japan with valid working visa.

Benefits

What we offer:

  • Collaborating with people creating innovative interactive entertainment.
  • Dynamic and entrepreneurial culture.
  • Video games focused environment.
  • Contract Employee*Permanent employee promotion is available.
  • Trial period: 3 months / No change in conditions.
  • Up to 50,000 yen reimbursement or train pass.

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About The Company

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video game industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Our industry-leading services include game development, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets. Help us bring stories to the world. Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development.

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