Description
We are seeking a Japanese & Italian/French/Spanish or German speaking Translator to work as part of a world leading media, video games and entertainment production and distribution company's international translation and localisation team.
The role involves translating, localising, proofreading and editing from Japanese into either French, Italian, German or Spanish for the localisation of computer games and media related documentation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Translating necessary text for computer game localisation, including in-game text, manuals and strategy guides
- Completing other tasks such as website translation
- Translating and proofreading from English if required
- Ensuring high standards of translations at all times
Requirements:
- Fluency in either French, Italian, German or Spanish to mother tongue level and fluent/very good level of Japanese
- Experience as a professional translator, editor or localisation specialist
- Translation experience in video gaming is desirable but not essential
- Proficiency in MS Office Package, especially Excel
- Knowledge of translation memory software, particularly Trados, is a plus
- Knowledge of local culture for language of expertise
- Great attention to detail
Salary and benefits:
- £30,000 to £32,000 (negotiable)
- Bonus of approximately £6,000-£10,000
- 1 year fixed term contract