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Bilingual Product Specialist (Localization) job

Posted: June 06, 2006
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subject: Bilingual Product Specialist (Localization) , Nintendo of America Inc.

Nintendo of America Inc. is looking for Bilingual Product Specialist (Localization)
duration - Full Time

Job details: Bilingual Product Specialist (Localization) Nintendos industry-leading localization group is currently seeking a Bilingual Product Specialist. If you have a passion for gaming and an in-depth knowledge of Japanese culture, language, and business practices, please consider joining our team. Qualifications for this exciting opportunity are listed below.


Description of Duties

Provides product support in the area of localization and/or second-party game development
Translates in-game text, voice scripts, manuals and supplementary development and testing-related documents and materials as required to fully localize game software into English
Acts as liaison for NCL and Japanese developer contacts
Translates direct communication with Japanese first and second party developers regarding software localization
Identifies game content that may require revision to better suit the tastes of North American consumers
Interprets meetings, telephone calls, and video conferences related to game development and localization
Provides feedback on game difficulty and appeal in North American market
Demonstrates game software to other team members, internal departments, and outside promotional and media partners as required
Interprets media interviews with developers
Maintains awareness of software industry in Japan and communicates market trends to PA&D; staff
May include extensive domestic and international travel
Performs translation and interpretation for other departments as required



Qualifications

Excellent Japanese and English translation skills, including two to four years specific translation experience
Japanese and English interpretation skills, including experience interpreting business meetings and/or conference calls
Familiarity with Japanese history, culture, customs and business protocol
Experience operating Microsoft Windows and Office software in Japanese
Acute attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work with highly confidential information
Ability to maintain a heavy workload on an ongoing basis
Ability to produce high quality results under tight deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent game play skills highly desirable
Knowledge of industry trends and familiarity with Nintendo history and franchises helpful



Education

Undergraduate degree in Japanese, East Asian Studies or a related field required
Level 1 certification on the Japanese Proficiency Test, or equivalent





** Applications and resumes will only be accepted through Nintendo's website as we no longer accept paper, faxed, or emailed resumes.







Location: Redmond, WA, United States

Contact info:
http://www.nintendo.com/corp/jobs.jsp
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