• Job Description

  Req#: JR-114950

  Aniplex of America Inc . (Santa Monica, California) is a subsidiary of Aniplex Inc. (headquartered in Tokyo, Japan), a group of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. and a leading provider of anime content and music production and distribution in Japan. The company's ever-growing line-up of shows include: March comes in like a lion , Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga, ERASED, The Asterisk War, OWARIMONOGATARI,KIZUMONOGATARI, GRANBLUE FANTASY, Eromanga Sensei, Katsugeki TOUKEN RANBU, BLEND-S, Slow Start, and Record of Grancrest War. To learn more: http://aniplexusa.com/ .

  POSITION SUMMARY

  Aniplex of America (a subsidiary of Sony Music Japan) is seeking a l ocalization e ditor to join its team located in Santa Monica, CA. The localization editor is a key part of the translation and localization process. Editors are given material translated from Japanese to English and are expected to edit the script text to fit character voices, tone of the IP, and appropriate style for publication. Localization editors may also be asked to assist with proofreading other material for release.

  The position has a HYBRID schedule. Employees are expected to work onsite in the Santa Monica office at least 2 days per week.

  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  Under the supervision of the department manager , the candidate will perform the following duties:

  • Edit translated scripts and materials for proper spelling, grammar, style, and accuracy.

  • Work with translators to make regional and culturally specific ideas comprehensible to audiences in the target language.

  • Assist with creating and managing term lists and ensure appropriate implementation and consistency within projects.

  • Work with localization team to establish English character voice and narrative tone to appropriately reflect original artist’s intent.

  • Ensure all translated material adheres to relevant style guides for publishing.

  • Edit materials to be published by other departments for spelling, grammar, style, and accuracy.

  • Update project databases with relevant information to maintain a consistent reference for localized titles.

  QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION

  Your qualifications and experience should include

  • Bachelor’s degree with a focus on English , Linguistic s , Communications , or equivalent experience .

  • A minimum of 3 years localization - related product development experience required .

  • Passion for anime and gaming .

  • S trong organizational and communication skills .

  • Professional familiarity with Microsoft Office and knowledge of JIRA .

  • Understanding of game development cycles and localization work flow .

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills .

  • Self-motivated with an abili ty to work under tight deadlines .

  • Willing and able to travel internationally as needed .

  • Team-oriented , while also able to work independently as well as with other departments and regions .

  • Working knowledge of audio, graphic, and movie file types and applications

  • Demonstr ated writing and technical editing proficiency .

  • Familiarity with modern style guides and publication manuals .

  • All candidates must be authorized to work in the USA .

  In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology ” .

  Benefits:

  SCA offers benefits-eligible employees ( generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

  What we offer you:

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents , including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits

  • Fertility benefits, including surrogacy , and adoption assistance programs

  • Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children

  • Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance

  • Short-term & long-term disability plans

  • P aid parental and caregiver leave

  • 401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match w hich vests immediate ly

  • Education assistance and student loan programs

  Other Programs:

  • Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays ( early release ) , and a winter break between Christmas and New Year ’s Day (based on business needs)

  • Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)

  • Matching gift program

  • A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)

  • Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees

  • Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)

  • Annual incentive bonus

  The target annualized base salary range for this position is $50,000 – 60,000 . The individual will be paid hourly and eligible for overtime. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for . The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

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  Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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  Sony Corporation is a Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation headquartered in Kōnan, Minato, Tokyo.

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