Japanese To English Manga Translator & Localizer

Job Description

We are hiring a Japanese to English Manga Translator & Localizer who can go beyond literal translation and bring scripts to life in natural, fluent English. You will be expected to creatively adapt dialogue , capture tone and character voice , and collaborate closely with copy editors to finalize scripts that read as if originally written in English. This is a full-time monthly contract role with a fixed number of pages to be delivered each month. The position is fully remote. Key Responsibilities: Translate and localize manga scripts from Japanese to English with accuracy, fluency, and creative tone-matching Deliver a defined number of pages each month (based on project volume) Collaborate with copy editors to finalize scripts and maintain consistency Work together with the Project Managers to ensure that your work is submitted efficiently in a timely manner. Ensure natural, readable dialogue that fits the character and genre. Assist with chapter summaries, promotional text, or other things based on the company's needs. Communicate regularly with the team over Discord and meet internal deadlines. Required Skills: Native-level English fluency with excellent writing skills Strong command of Japanese (JLPT N1/N2 or equivalent practical ability) Ability to localize not just translateJapanese dialogue into compelling, natural English Familiarity with manga, anime, or storytelling conventions Excellent sense of tone, pacing, character voice, and creative phrasing Ability to manage time independently and meet deadlines Nice to Have: Previous experience translating manga, light novels, or games Editorial or copy-editing experience Ability to meet short deadlines for selected titles. What We Offer: Async, Fully remote position with flexible work hours. Opportunities to work on top-tier manga titles from biggest publishers in Japan. Globally distributed team No monitoring system No politics at work To Apply: Send your resume and samples of manga or creative translation work. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a translation and localization test.