Bilingual Japanese-English Editor (Full-time or Part-time, Remote/Hybrid)

Cheng & Tsui; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in educational publishing seeks a Bilingual Japanese-English Editor to create and refine engaging language learning materials. This role involves developing content for various formats, ensuring accuracy, and collaborating with authors and educators. The ideal candidate will possess native fluency in Japanese and strong English skills, along with a background in teaching Japanese in the U.S. classroom. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and cultural insight, and contribute to shaping the future of language education. Remote and hybrid work options are available, providing flexibility in your work environment.

Benefits

401K plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Remote work options

Qualifications

• Native proficiency in Japanese and strong English skills required.
• Experience teaching Japanese in U.S. middle/high schools is essential.
• Editorial experience in copyediting and proofreading is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop content for Japanese language learning materials.
• Edit bilingual content for quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with teams to define processes and create documentation.

Skills

Japanese writing and editing

English writing and editing

Teaching experience in U.S. schools

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Google Suite

MS Word

MS Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Photoshop

Education

BA/BS in Japanese literature

Degree in linguistics

Teaching Japanese as a foreign language

Tools

Google Suite

MS Word

MS Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Photoshop

Job description

Bilingual Japanese-English Editor (Full-time or Part-time, Remote/Hybrid)

Bilingual Japanese-English Editor (Full-time or Part-time, Remote/Hybrid)

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Leading U.S. publisher of educational materials in the areas of Asian languages and

cultural studies for the K-12 and higher education markets seeks experienced

In this position, you will help create and edit content for a variety of print and

digital Japanese language learning materials. In addition to strong Japanese

writing and editing skills, Japanese language teaching experience in the U.S. at the

middle/high school level is required. Must have native fluency in Japanese, and a

familiarity with current Japanese language usage and contemporary Japanese

culture.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and develop content for books, lesson plans, chapters, features, and stories

cultural notes, and other instructional content

• Edit bilingual content created by authors, teachers, and other writers to improve

quality and accuracy in contemporary usage and content, while ensuring that project

specifications are met

• Collaborate with others to define processes, and create and update documentation

accordingly

• Create assigned content for an online learning platform

• Help with other tasks, as requested by manager

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• BA/BS degree, preferably in Japanese literature, linguistics, or the teaching of

Japanese as a foreign language

• Native proficiency (written and verbal) in Japanese, in addition to strong English

• Experience teaching Japanese in the U.S. classroom, especially at the middle and

high school levels

• Excellent writing, grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills, as well as accuracy and

attention to detail. Must have editorial experience in copyediting, proofreading, and

adhering to a style guide.

• Knowledge of current Japanese culture, especially youth culture

• Strategic and efficient in planning and executing work to ensure consistent on-time

delivery of assignments

• Well-developed communication skills for effective remote work. Must work well

independently and as part of a team.

• Strong Google Suite, MS Word, MS Excel, and Adobe Acrobat skills, with Photoshop

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Experience in world languages curriculum materials development, coupled with an

understanding of the interests of both American and Japanese middle school and

high school students

• Knowledge of U.S. educational standards (ACTFL) and trends in world language

instruction (proficiency-based assessment, TPRS, etc.)

• Familiarity with online learning platforms and educational technology generally

Salary and title commensurate with experience. We are an Equal Opportunity

Employer. For full-time employees, we offer 401K plan, health, dental, life, and

disability insurance. Remote/hybrid work options available.

To apply, please email resume with cover letter in both English and Japanese, along

with personally created language learning exercises or other writing samples to

[e-mail] , noting "Bilingual Japanese-English Editor" in the subject

line. No telephone calls accepted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Book and Periodical Publishing

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