English Editor (Tokyo, JP)

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Duties:
* Edit and proofread in-game text and voice scripts for large-scale video game projects.
* Copy-edit promotional materials, manuals, and various sell text.
* Work with translation staff to ensure style consistency across multiple titles.

The editor is responsible for maintaining a high standard of in-game text, and maintaining a set style between multiple staff translators.

Skills Required:
* Native-level English
* Applicant should have comprehensive knowledge of both AP Style Guide and Chicago Manual of Style
* 2-3 years working experience (in any industry)
* Computer literacy, specifically MS Word and Excel
* Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills in English (Japanese language skills a plus)
* Ability to multi-task, solve problems, and work well in a team
* Excellent time-management skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Foreign nationals must have resident status, or meet the academic or employment requirements for obtaining a visa.

Recommended Qualifications:
* Previous experience in creative writing
* Knowledge of Japanese pop culture (Must have passion for games! )

General Details:

[Salary]
Starting salary based on experience and ability in accordance with company regulations. Age is not a determining factor.
Bonuses/raises awarded based on ability and project achievements.

[Included Benefits]
Local transportation expenses, social insurance (complete), use of Health Insurance Society facilities, yearly physical exam

[Job Location]
Tokyo, Japan (Shinjuku)

[Work Hours]
Square Enix employs the Discretionary Labor System.
All employees must clock in by 11:00 AM. Actual daily work schedules are set freely by the employee based on his/her workload/current tasks.
1 day of work is equivalent to 8 hours labor.
Please note that as per SQEX regulations, some positions may not employ the Discretionary Labor System.

[Holidays]
Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), Japanese national holidays, year-end holidays, annual paid holidays (actual number varying with length of contract), bereavement leave, "refresh" holidays earned on a project basis, etc.

Required for Application:
Please send all required documents, including a resume complete with picture and a comprehensive list of work experience, by mail to the address listed below.

Regarding the Resume
Be sure to include the following information

(1)Desired Position/Type of Employment
(2)E-mail address

Required Documents
Creative writing assignment

Topic:
You are a character from a Square Enix game who has been magically teleported to Japan. Using the language of the position for which you are applying, write a short story about your adventures in this new land. The story must be 800-1000 words in Chicago Manual style.

* There are no topic or setting restrictions.
* We will not answer any questions regarding the assignment.

Application Address
Square Enix Co., Ltd. HP Employment Division
Tokyo Shinjuku Post Office
163-8799 Japan

*All samples submitted with the application will be returned after the application process.
*A decision will be made approximately 40 days from receiving an application.
*All applicants will be informed whether they have been accepted or denied a position