Translator with Japanese [Job Vacancy ID: ST7]

This is a remote position.

Translator with Japanese

Field of expertise: Fashion, E-Commerce

Language Combination: English into JapaneseLocation: Remote within Europe (CET Time)

Employment type: Freelance

​In STAR7 () we support our customers throughout the product information and content life cycle. STAR7 started its activity as a Language Service Provider more than 20 years ago. We are specialized in localization and internationalization.

STAR7 Group is recruiting Translators fromEnglish into Japaneseto be part of our growing Teams.

In this role you will:

• Ensure target text correctly reflects the meaning of the source
• Perform linguistic tasks as per project instructions and other references (translation memory, glossary, style guides, etc.)
• Ensure high-grammatical accuracy while maintaining key terminology, spotting inconsistencies and incorrect cultural references
• Correct formatting/tagging, punctuation, country specifics, terminology, style, fluency as per guidelines

Requirements

• Degree in Translation, Applied Linguistics or equivalent experience
• Native speaker in Japanese language
• Excellent command of the English language in both comprehension and writing
• Preferred experience in translation and proofreading specialized in Fashion, E-Commerce field
• IT skills with knowledge and experience of CAT tools
• Comfortable with technology and open to learn to use new tools
• Linguistic and cultural competences of both source and target language
• Adaptive to fast-paced work environment with multiple changes of project priorities
• Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Problem solving and decision-making skills

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