Localization Project Manager for Korean

2 Hours ago • 3 Years + • Localization

Job Summary

Job Description

This role involves managing the Korean localization of video game projects. Responsibilities include proofreading Korean translations, coordinating text translation (English to Korean and vice-versa), collaborating with external partners, working with development teams on localization issues, and managing voice-over production (casting, direction, file management, QA). The candidate will also oversee the artistic and quality aspects of the Korean language versions, handle local marketing and community translations, and support other localization projects. The ideal candidate is a native Korean speaker with near-native English fluency and at least 3 years of experience in localization project management and the video game industry.
Must have:
  • Native Korean speaker
  • Near-native English fluency
  • 3+ years localization experience
  • Knowledge of Korean VO market
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Project management skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with CAT tools
  • Background in languages
Perks:
  • Flexible working hours
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Company merchandise
  • Welcome pack
  • Mental health support
  • Dog-friendly office
  • Social events
  • International environment
  • Casual dress code
  • Paid leave (20-26 days)

Job Details

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

We are looking for additional help with coordinating the localization processes of our projects into multiple languages. The ideal candidate would be a Korean native speaker and will be responsible for the quality supervision of the Korean versions of our games. They should present great attention to detail and the ability to solve conflicts and direct processes efficiently. Drive and attitude are very important — if you are willing to learn and constantly push yourself to improve, don’t hesitate and send us your application!

Daily responsibilities:

  • Proofreading Korean translation.
  • Coordinating text translation from English into Korean and Korean to English for various projects.
  • Coordinating cooperation with external partners and building solid working relationships.
  • Working cross-functionally with different developer teams in localization-related matters.
  • Coordinating the voice-over production for Korean, including casting, VO direction, managing VO files, implementation, and QA checks.
  • Verbal translation support during meetings with partners and PR interviews
  • Artistic and quality supervision of the Korean language version.
  • Delivering a complete and high quality localized version of the company’s projects.
  • Coordinating translation into Korean for local marketing and community activities.
  • Supporting other local projects (e.g. content creation, online/offline activities).

Qualifications

  • Native Korean speaker.
  • Near-native fluency in English.
  • Excellent language skills (educational background in languages is a plus).
  • 3 years experience in Localization project management, translation, working with recording studios (preferably in the video game industry).
  • Knowledge of Korean voiceover market.
  • Attention to detail, problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent MS Office skills, especially Excel.
  • Experience with CAT tools is a plus.
  • Personality features: organized, diligent, dynamic, self-disciplined, team player.

To be considered, please make sure to attach a cover letter to your application describing your experience with Korean, video games and localization.

Additional Information

Working mode

  • Office-First: working primarily from the Seoul office for a minimum of 3 days a week.

Perks & Professional Growth 

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team
  • Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars.
  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, paid sick leave, and paid maternity & paternity leave.

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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