Freelance Game Localizer (Simplified Chinese into Japanese)
Confidential
Posted: May 11, 2026
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We're looking for a native-level Japanese speaker with experience in gaming localization to collaborate on a variety of projects, from indie games to AAA titles, ensuring a high-quality gaming experience for Japanese players.
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Job Description
๐ฎ Join TransPerfect Gaming!
Are you passionate about gaming and experienced in translation? TransPerfect Gaming is looking for freelance SIMPLIFIED CHINESE to JAPANESE gaming translators to collaborate on exciting localization projects. You'll work on everything from indie games to AAA titles, ensuring the best gaming experience for JAPANESE players.
๐น What Weโre Looking For:
โ Native-level proficiency in JAPANESE
โ Strong command of ENGLISH and SIMPLIFIED CHINESE
โ Deep passion for gaming and familiarity with gaming terminology
โ Minimum 2 years of experience in gaming localization (SIMPLIFIED CHINESE>JAPANESE)
โ Expertise in Adventure, Strategy, and Fantasy games
โ Skilled in CAT tools
โ Detail-oriented with excellent grammar, spelling, and terminology skills
โ Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, creative environment
๐น How to Apply:
๐ฉ Send an email to [email protected].
๐ In your CV, please include:
a) Your Gaming Translation and Localization experience (gaming genres, partial client lists, estimated word count).
b) Your proposed best rate per source word (USD) for Translation.
c) Your proposed best rate per source word (USD) for Proofreading.
๐ Applicants must sign a confidentiality agreement and complete a Translation test.
๐ข Only qualified applicants will be contacted.
๐ By applying, I confirm I have read and accepted TransPerfect's Privacy Policy: https://www.transperfect.com/about/data-privacy-recruiting