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TransPerfect

Freelance Game Localizer, Simplified Chinese – Japanese

TransPerfect

Freelance Game Localizer translating gaming content from Simplified Chinese to Japanese. Collaborating on localization projects for various titles to enhance player experience.

Posted 6/29/2026contractRemote • 🇯🇵 JapanJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Collaborate on localization projects for various gaming titles
  • Ensure the best gaming experience for JAPANESE players
  • Translate content from SIMPLIFIED CHINESE to JAPANESE
  • Work on indie games to AAA titles

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Native-level proficiency in JAPANESE
  • Strong command of ENGLISH and SIMPLIFIED CHINESE
  • Deep passion for gaming and familiarity with gaming terminology
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in gaming localization (SIMPLIFIED CHINESE>JAPANESE)
  • Expertise in Adventure, Strategy, and Fantasy games
  • Skilled in CAT tools (preferably in memoQ)
  • Detail-oriented with excellent grammar, spelling, and terminology skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, creative environment
  • Must meet ONE of the following: A Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies (or equivalent with significant translation training) or 2+ years of translation experience + a college degree or 5+ years of translation experience (no degree required) or a translation certification issued by an appropriate government body

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Freelance work
  • Opportunity to work on exciting localization projects

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Hard Skills & Tools
Gaming LocalizationTranslation From Simplified Chinese To JapaneseExpertise In Adventure GamesExpertise In Strategy GamesExpertise In Fantasy GamesDetail-OrientedExcellent Grammar SkillsExcellent Spelling SkillsTerminology SkillsAbility To Meet Deadlines
Soft Skills
Passion For GamingAbility To Work In A Fast-Paced EnvironmentCreativity
Certifications
Translation Certification