[Publishing Services Management Div.] Native Japanese Localization Specialist (1년 이상 / 계약직)

5 Months ago • 1 Years + • Localization

Job Summary

Job Description

KRAFTON's Localization Team seeks a Native Japanese Localization Specialist for a 1+ year contract. Responsibilities include hands-on translation, proofreading, editing, creating glossaries and style guides, executing linguistic QA tasks, partnering with translators to maintain consistency, and establishing/improving translation guidelines. The ideal candidate possesses 1+ years' localization experience, native Japanese-English translation proficiency, strong cultural understanding, excellent communication skills, a passion for video games and localization, and a self-motivated, proactive, team-oriented attitude. Experience with CAT tools and Korean language skills are advantageous.
Must have:
  • 1+ years localization experience
  • Native Japanese-English translation
  • Strong cultural understanding
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Passion for video games & localization
Good to have:
  • CAT tools experience
  • Game localization experience
  • Korean language proficiency
  • TOPIK 5 or above

Job Details

 
크래프톤은 차별화된 크리에이티브를 가진 글로벌 제작 스튜디오들과 고유한 즐거움이 있는 게임을 발굴하여 전 세계에 퍼블리싱합니다.
우리는 지속적인 도전과 새로운 기술로 게임의 즐거움을 혁신하고, 더 많은 팬들에게 사랑받을 수 있도록 플랫폼과 서비스를 확장합니다.
우리는 열정과 의지를 지닌 동료들과 함께 성장하며, 글로벌 시장에서 인정받는 게임의 명가로 나아가고 있습니다.
 
 
KRAFTON is dedicated to identifying and publishing games worldwide that offer a uniquely enjoyable experience, crafted by our globally recognized production studios known for their distinctive creativity.
We continuously push the boundaries of gaming enjoyment by embracing new challenges and technologies, expanding our platforms and services to captivate an even larger fan base.
In collaboration with our passionate and driven team, we strive to establish ourselves as a renowned creator of masterpieces in the global gaming market.
 

우리 팀(프로젝트)을 소개합니다. 

The KRAFTON Localization Team is a tight-knit team that aspires to deliver the fun and value of KRAFTON’s unique lineup of games across diverse genres to all our global players. What we do is not merely translation, but recreation of content to ensure that every player feels as if our content was created for them in their native language. We’re passionate about transcreating our experiences into the languages our players speak. Localization at KRAFTON is centered around linguistic excellence, high-end technology, and a successful balance of speedy content creation and quality. We are looking for someone to join us who is highly motivated with a passion for delivering high-quality localized games. To be successful in this position, you must be a self-starter who can stay curious and creative and grow through challenges.

 

우리 팀과 함께할 미션을 소개합니다.

  • Hands-on translation, proofreading and editing tasks
  • Creating and maintaining glossaries and style guides
  • Planning and executing linguistic QA tasks
  • Partnering with translators to ensure consistency and tone is maintained throughout the game
  • Establishing and improving guidelines and processes to push higher quality of translation 

 

이런 경험을 가진 분과 함께 성장하고 싶습니다! (필수요건)

  • 1+ years’ experience in localization industry, as a linguist, creative editor, or copywriter
  • Native proficiency in translating between English and Japanese
  • Strong understanding of cultural nuances in both source and target languages
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A passion for video games and the art of localization
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and team-oriented attitude

 

이런 경험들이 있다면 저희가 찾는 그 분입니다! (우대요건)

  • Experience using CAT tools (e.g., SDL Trados, MemoQ)
  • Hands-on experience in game localization as a localization specialist/translator
  • Business spoken & written proficiency in Korean
  • TOPIK 5 or above

 


크래프톤의 도전에 함께 하기 위해 아래의 전형 과정이 필요합니다.

  • 서류 전형 > 전화 인터뷰 (Phone Interview) > 언어 테스트 (Language Test) > 실무 면접 (Technical Fit Interview) > 최종 면접 (Culture Fit Interview) > 합격 및 입사
  • 상시채용으로 우수 인재 채용 시 조기에 마감될 수 있습니다.
  • 전형별 합격자에 대해 지원서에 등록하신 이메일 혹은 유선으로 개별 안내 드립니다.
  • 전화 인터뷰의 경우, 필수 전형이 아닌 필요에 따라 진행되는 선택 전형임을 사전 안내 드립니다. 이에 대한 상세 내용은 개별 안내 드립니다.
  • 필요 시 면접은 추가될 수 있으며, 이에 대한 상세 내용은 개별 안내 드립니다. 

 

필요 서류를 확인해주세요!

  • 입사지원서 (Korean or English Resume), 자기소개서 (필수)
  • 신입일 경우 자기소개서를, 경력일 경우 경력기술서를 중심으로 기술해 주시기를 바랍니다. 
  • 포트폴리오 첨부 시, 하단 안내 사항을 확인해주시기를 바랍니다. 

 

근무지

  • 역삼 센터필드 East 타워

 

고용형태 

  • 계약직 (1년, 정규직 전환 비대상)

 

 


아래 안내 사항을 확인해주세요!

  • 장애인 및 국가유공자 등 취업 보호 대상자는 관계 법령에 따라 우대합니다.
  • 지원서 내용 중 허위사실이 있는 경우에는 합격이 취소될 수 있습니다.
  • 기타 궁금하신 사항은 이메일(career@krafton.com)로 문의 바랍니다.

BE BOLD, LEARN AND WIN! 크래프톤의 성장과 도전의 스토리를 알아가고 싶다면? 


Please check the information below

  • Those eligible for an affirmative action program such as individuals with disabilities or with distinguished service to the state will be given hiring preference according to relevant laws
  • False statements in your resume may lead to the withdrawal of the employment offer
  • Please contact career@krafton.com for other inquiries

BE BOLD, LEARN AND WIN! Would you like to explore KRAFTON’s growth and adventure stories?

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