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Keywords Studios

Freelance Translator, Japanese to English – Games, MMO, RPG

Keywords Studios

Join a global team to translate Japanese games to English as a freelance translator. Collaborate on high-profile gaming projects remotely from Japan.

Posted 6/9/2026contractRemote • 🇯🇵 JapanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Be part of a leading international technical service provider to the global Gaming Industry
  • Expand our pool of Japanese into English freelance translators
  • Work on a translation test reviewed by our translation leads
  • Be onboarded as a translator after successful selection

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Excellent knowledge of English (Mother tongue level is a must)
  • Extensive knowledge of Japanese
  • University degree or equivalent professional experience in translation
  • Minimum 3 years of localization proven experience
  • Gaming localization expertise and/or avid passion for Keywords core business
  • Computer skills (experience with translation tools and TM/Terminology management is a plus)
  • Professional affiliation is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Working on top video game titles
  • Organizing work autonomously
  • Flexible time

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Hard Skills & Tools
translationlocalizationterminology management
Soft Skills
communicationattention to detail
Certifications
university degree in translation