Freelance Localization Specialist - Japanese (remote)

KAYAK; Berlin; Remote; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

KAYAK is seeking a Freelance Localization Specialist fluent in Japanese to enhance the travel and dining experience through localization. The role involves translating and localizing products and marketing content. Candidates should have a strong background in localization and creative translation. Join a diverse team dedicated to improving the user experience for travelers and food enthusiasts globally.

Leistungen

Work remotely

Qualifikationen

• Fluent in Japanese at native level.
• Strong verbal and written command of English.
• Proven experience in website/app localization.

Aufgaben

• Localize products and content for KAYAK.
• Translate, review, and post-edit machine translated content.
• Conduct LQA and functionality checks.

Kenntnisse

SEO

LQA

Creative Translation

Copywriting

Ausbildung

Relevant academic or professional background in communication, marketing, translation, linguistics, or related fields

Tools

Translation Management Systems

Jobbeschreibung

Freelance Localization Specialist - Japanese (remote)

Berlin

Do you have a strong passion for travel, dining and language?

We are looking for a creative Japanese Localization Specialist to join us on a freelance basis. Your task will be to localize our products and content, primarily for KAYAK. As a professional linguist, you will provide linguistic and cultural expertise to help us connect with our audience and enhance the travel and dining experience through localization.

You will contribute to localizing new product features and marketing campaigns that resonate with the rich diversity of communities we engage with.

Come aboard and be part of a diverse team of localizers, dedicated to helping travelers and food enthusiasts uncover, reserve, and enjoy the world's most exquisite destinations.

If you are as passionate about localization as we are, you’re exactly who we’re looking for!

Translate, review and post-edit machine translated content for KAYAK’s products and assets, tailored to the target market

Adhere to our style guides to deliver high-quality translations and creative transcreations

Translate and proofread content for various channels, including landing pages, blogs, newsletters, SEO content, social media, and other marketing materials

Conduct LQA and functionality checks to engage with the local audience

Maintain and refine language-specific resources such as style guides and glossaries

Anticipate a lighter initial workload, with scope for increased involvement based on future projects

Your profile

Fluent in Japanese at native level (required)

Strong verbal and written command of English

• Proven experience in SEO and LQA

Proven experience in website/app localization and translation

Experience using Translation Management Systems

A flair for creative translation and copywriting

Relevant academic or professional background in communication, marketing, translation, linguistics, or related fields

You’re a quick learner, forward-thinking, and comfortable incorporating the latest tech in a rapidly advancing industry

You’re a versatile multitasker, adept at managing workflows, information, and processes across diverse project types

Candidates will be invited to complete a short test as part of the selection process. Apply now!

About KAYAK

KAYAK, part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG), is the world’s leading travel search engine. With billions of queries across our platforms, we help people find their perfect flight, stay, rental car, cruise, or vacation package. We’re also redefining the in-travel experience with our app and new accommodation software. For more information, visit www.KAYAK.com.

Working with KAYAK makes you part of a global network that includes KAYAK's portfolio of metasearch brands including SWOODOO, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined. Many employees are dedicated to one brand, but we all have the benefit of using each other's strengths and insights. Together, we're able to help people experience the world through dining and travel.

KAYAK is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for roles on our team. Whoever you are, just be you.

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