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Japanese-English News Translator

Job title: Japanese-English News Translator
Contract type: Permanent
Location: New York
Specialisation: Marketing & Advertising
Salary: USD 58,000 - 72,000 (Annual)
Reference: PR/086741
Job published: May 15, 2025 09:45
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

COMPANY OVERVIEW
A publishing company is looking for a News Translator for its NY Office. This position plays a key role in sourcing, creating, and producing translated news articles for publication and other English-language platforms or content distribution services operated by the group companies.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Translate articles, headlines, and captions published by this publishing company and other group companies

  • Proofread, edit, and revise translated articles to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with editorial standards

  • Conduct research, verification, and fact-checking to enhance the quality and reliability of translations

  • Perform other editorial tasks as assigned by the supervisor

     

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a related field

  • Proficiency in Japanese and English

  • Experience in Japanese-to-English translation in a fast-paced newsroom environment preferred

  • Strong skills in research, verification, and fact-checking to enhance the quality of news translations

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively both remotely and on-site as part of a team

  • Willingness to perform additional tasks as needed

     

SALARY & Benefits

 

USD $58,000 - $72,000+ Additional compensation (bonus) + Generous benefits package

 

OTHERS

 

Work location: New York, NY 

* This is a hybrid position. (All employees must work in-office at least 2 times per week)

 

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