Localization Specialist

Summary

Join our team as a freelance Korean Localization Specialist! You will localize products and content for KAYAK and OpenTable, using your linguistic and cultural expertise to connect with our audience. Responsibilities include translating, reviewing, and post-editing content, adhering to style guides, and conducting LQA checks. You will work with various content types across multiple channels. The initial workload will be lighter, with potential for increased involvement. This is a remote position.

Requirements

• Proficient native speaker of Korean (required)
• Strong verbal and written command of English
• Proven experience in website/app localization and translation
• Experience using Translation Management Systems
• Relevant academic or professional background in communication, marketing, translation, linguistics, or related fields

Responsibilities

• Translate, review and post-edit machine translated content for KAYAK/OpenTable’s products and assets, tailored to the target market
• Adhere to our style guides to deliver high-quality translations and creative transcreations
• Translate and proofread content for various channels, including landing pages, blogs, newsletters, SEO content, social media, and other marketing materials
• Conduct LQA and functionality checks to engage with the local audience
• Maintain and refine language-specific resources such as style guides and glossaries
• Anticipate a lighter initial workload, with scope for increased involvement based on future projects

Preferred Qualifications

• A flair for creative translation and copywriting
• Familiarity with SEO
• Background in LQA
• You’re a quick learner, forward-thinking, and comfortable incorporating the latest tech in a rapidly advancing industry
• You’re a versatile multitasker, adept at managing workflows, information, and processes across diverse project types

Benefits

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