Nintendo · 3 hours ago
Manager, Localization - English Writing
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$117K/yr - $211K/yr
6+ years expNintendo of America Inc. is dedicated to creating smiles through unique entertainment experiences. The Manager of Localization will oversee the localization of Nintendo products for North American and Latin American markets, manage a team of writers and translators, and ensure quality experiences for players through effective project management and collaboration with international teams.
Consumer ElectronicsGamingMobileVideo Games
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manages localization of Nintendo products from the Japanese to the North American and Latin American markets
Makes recommendations based on knowledge of Nintendo Of Europe (NOE) market needs
Works with the Planning team and Localization Management to help develop schedules and coordinate workflow with other localization team members
Tracks project spend, alerting the management team if deadlines or budget is at risk
Coordinates and owns biannual budget updates for Comprehensive projects
Investigates and implements feature enhancements to Localization Support Platform tool, including but not limited to actual coding
Works with Management and project teams in creating and coordinating Post Mortem meetings and reports
Manages team of writer/editors or translators under heavy workloads in fast-paced environment
Manages contractors as needed
Occasionally manages outsourcing of game text and scripts as needed
Recommends adaptations and changes to make products more appealing for North American and Latin American markets
Manages development of game scripts, voice actor casting, and voice recording process
Provides detailed and summary reports to upper management regarding localization status and changes
Builds and maintains strong working relationships with Japanese development teams and with other Nintendo Company Limited (NCL) subsidiaries
Communicates products strengths and features to upper management and other departments including Marketing and Corporate Communications
Acts as spokesperson for Nintendo by presenting games to media, participating in interviews, presenting on live streams, and supporting other promotional efforts
Monitors and evaluates performance, provides feedback, guidance, development, training and task direction to assigned staff
Qualification
Required
Minimum of six (6) years of related experience required
One to two years in a supervisory capacity
Ability to manage a team of writers or translators under heavy workloads in fast-paced environment
Strong awareness and understanding of Japanese, US, French-Canadian or Latin American localization issues and market preferences
Ability to communicate effectively with international contacts
Ability to make recommendations regarding cultural/localization issues for software
Ability to grasp and preserve the creative vision for products during the localization process
Experience in audio production required
Thorough knowledge of Nintendo properties, products, and history
Ability to communicate product features and details and to present products effectively
Valid passport may be required for international travel
Manages a team of professional individual contributors and/or supervisors
Applies understanding of the business and how own area integrates with others to achieve departmental objectives
Internal software development experience
Understanding of network systems (including Subversion and Proxies)
Knowledge of Windows applications
Undergraduate degree in English, Creative Writing, or equivalent
Preferred
Experience in collaboration tools a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid time off
Company
Nintendo
Nintendo is a Japanese multinational consumer electronics company that develops game consoles. It is a sub-organization of Nintendo Japan.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Satoru Shibata
Chief Executive Officer
Devon Pritchard
Executive Vice President
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