Sub-Editor, Japanese - On call (Application Bank - Future Opportunities)

SSENSE; Montreal; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading global technology platform as a Japanese Sub-Editor, where you'll enhance online customer experiences through impactful product descriptions. Collaborate with a dynamic content team to ensure quality and brand consistency. This role requires a strong background in Japanese language and editing, along with experience in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy the opportunity for permanent employment with occasional on-call hours and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in translation and sub-editing.
• Mastery of Japanese grammar and cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Sub-edit translated product descriptions for style and consistency.
• Collaborate with teams to improve processes and resolve issues.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Effective time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Japanese Literature

Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics

Bachelor’s degree in Translation

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism

Job description

Sub-Editor, Japanese - On call (Application Bank - Future Opportunities)

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Company Description

SSENSE is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything Else. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views.

Job Description

About the Job :

As a Japanese Sub-Editor at SSENSE, you'll be at the heart of our online customer experience. Your mission? To bring our products to life through impactful and flawless descriptions. Working closely with our content team, you'll help create unforgettable shopping experiences for our global customers.

What You Will Do

1. Description Refinement: Sub-edit translated product descriptions ensuring adherence to style guidelines and brand consistency.
2. Rigorous Quality Control: Ensure content accuracy and quality by applying strict standards and identifying inconsistencies.
3. Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the Quality Control Specialist to improve processes and resolve guideline and glossary-related issues. Provide constructive feedback to translators to help them improve their translations and better understand brand requirements. Collaborate with the Quality Control team to identify training needs and contribute to the development of training programs.
4. Team Development: Contribute to the team's evolution by suggesting process improvements and providing creative support.
5. Time Management: Adhere to deadlines and quality objectives by effectively managing time and priorities.

Qualifications

How To Excel In This Role :

1. Bachelor’s degree in Japanese Literature, Linguistics, Translation, Journalism or a related field
2. A minimum of 3-5 years experience in translation and sub-editing, ideally as part of a content team in a high-volume production environment for a Japanese-speaking market
3. Mastery of Japanese grammar, spelling, and usage including ability to craft culturally-sensitive texts
4. Excellent verbal and written skills in English and Japanese
5. A strong proofreading and subbing background in fashion e-commerce an asset

What Sets You Apart

• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work effectively to meet tight deadlines
• Team player with great communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative and agile thinker who is self-motivated and collaborative

Additional Information

Why Join Us :

• Permanent employment - Occasional On-Call
• Hourly rate starting at $23.00

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Writing / Editing

Industry

Retail

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