Localization Project Manager - Osaka
SNK · Osaka, Osaka, Japan ·
- Category
- Project management
- Visa sponsorship
- No
Manages game localization projects in Osaka, coordinating translation, dubbing, and quality assurance while tracking budgets and schedules with vendors and internal teams.
- Propose translation, dubbing, and LQA budgets and suggest any adjustments as necessary
- Propose localization schedules and suggest any adjustments as necessary
- Track the cost and progress of localization tasks and ensure that the project is within budget and on schedule
- Handle internal procedures regarding budget approval and invoicing
- Handle communications with outsource vendors regarding estimates and invoicing
- Prepare files to be translated and check deliverables for completion
- Import and export files from translation memory software
- Collaborate with other companies’ developers as necessary for crossover characters and events
Requirements
Must-have:
- 3 years of localization project management experience (preferably in game localization)
- Business level Japanese (JLPT level N1 or equivalent)
- Ability to organize and multitask over multiple projects
- Ability to communicate and coordinate with various stakeholders both inside and outside of the localization team
- Experience with Confluence, Microsoft Office, or similar software
- Experience with memoQ or similar translation memory software
- Experience with Jira or similar project management software
Nice-to-have:
- Business level English (TOEIC 800 and above or equivalent)
- Game localization experience as a translator/localizer
- Familiarity with SNK games
Ideal candidate:
- Works well within a culturally and linguistically diverse environment
- Is proactive and inquisitive with an ability to quickly grasp complex situations
- Has a flexible and collaborative outlook on their work
- Loves games and other forms of entertainment such as anime, manga, and movies
*We do not sponsor overseas visas at this time
*We do not sponsor domestic or overseas relocation at this time
Benefits
- Free drinks available in the office
- Casual dress code (no uniforms required)
- Seminar and training support programs
- Special allowance for dedicated development roles
- Employee referral program
- Annual health check-up
- Special leave for COVID-19 vaccination
- Influenza vaccination support
- Employee consultation service
- Access to comprehensive welfare club services
- Full social insurance coverage
- Retirement allowance system
Plus many other benefits to support a comfortable working environment!
Working Hours
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (7.5 hours of actual work per day)
Note: The above is an estimated working time, as this position is subject to a specialized discretionary labor system.
Holidays & Leave
- Full five-day workweek (Saturday and Sunday off)
- National holidays, summer vacation, and year-end/New Year holidays
- Approximately 125 annual holidays
- Paid leave: Up to 12 days granted upon joining (number of days varies depending on the month of hire)
Compensation
- Annual salary will be determined based on previous compensation, experience, and skills.
Insurance
- Health insurance
- Welfare pension insurance
- Employment insurance
- Workers’ compensation insurance
Retirement Benefits
- Available (Lump-sum payment and defined contribution pension plan)
Retirement Age
- Mandatory retirement at age 60, with a re-employment program available
Additional Notes
- Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.