Industry: Publishing
Location: Midtown, NY
Salary: $58K–$72K(DOE)
Visa Sponsor: No
Language: English: Native Level, Japanese: Business Level
Detail: Japanese media company seeks a news translator.
This position is designed as a critical source/creator/producer of translated news articles to be published in Asian Review and other English-language publications or news content distribution services of the group companies.
For nearly a century and a half, the company has offered unparalleled coverage of Japan's economy, industries, and markets. The company's business portfolio extends beyond traditional publishing to include broadcasting, online services, and the widely cited company stock index. Its flagship newspaper boasts approximately 2.3 million subscribers across its print and digital editions. With a network of 51 bureaus in Japan and 37 overseas, its 1,500 journalists are ideally positioned to deliver news and analysis from an Asian perspective to the world.
The company’s digital-first global posture includes the award-winning company Asia and Financial Times, both in English. As content partners, company Asia and the FT share select articles with their audiences and collaborate editorially.
Company America Inc., a subsidiary of the company, is seeking a News Translator to join its company Asia team in the U.S.
This position plays a key role in sourcing, creating, and producing translated news articles for publication in company Asia and other English-language platforms or content distribution services operated by company group companies.
Translate articles, headlines, and captions published by the company and other company group companies for company Asia
Proofread, edit, and revise translated articles to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with editorial standards
Conduct research, verification, and fact-checking to enhance the quality and reliability of translations
Perform other editorial tasks related to company Asia as assigned by the supervisor
New York, NY
Requires a minimum of two in-office workdays per week; the remaining days may be worked remotely
$58K–$72K
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their family members (100% of premiums paid by the company)
Life insurance
Accidental death and disability insurance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, and bereavement leave
401(k) retirement program
Profit-sharing plan
Flexible and hybrid work schedule
Annual physical checkup reimbursement after one year of employment
Childcare assistance after one year of employment
Anniversary leave and bonuses at 10, 20, and 30 years of service
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a related field
Proficiency in Japanese and English
Experience in Japanese-to-English translation in a fast-paced newsroom environment preferred
Strong skills in research, verification, and fact-checking to enhance the quality of news translations
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively both remotely and on-site as part of a team
