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Nintendo of America Inc. Assoc Localization Specialist - Portuguese - 2400000054 in Kirkland, Washington
Nintendo of America Inc. The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch system and the Nintendo 3DS family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo has sold billions of video games and hundreds of millions of hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS family of systems, Super NES, Nintendo 64, Nintendo GameCube, Wii, and Wii U systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokmon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at http://www.nintendo.com . Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Translates and adapts target-language game text, voice scripts, and other materials, including but not limited to manuals, package copy, marketing materials, and legal text for Nintendo products and services through launch and beyond.
Gains a deep understanding of assigned projects through hands-on game play, study of game specifications, and collaboration with other team members.
Leverages knowledge of project to clearly communicate developer intent and enhance the user experience through clear and well-written text in target language.
Provides some cultural and creative input regarding localizing Nintendo products for the Americas.
May inform management in a timely manner regarding development schedule challenges, changes, and delays
May assist with the planning and direction of voice-recording sessions
Participates in table reads and other group feedback sessions.
Works with experienced staff and mentors to hone localization skills to follow Nintendo style for a variety of franchises.
May contribute to the naming process for game terms in target language
May test and evaluate games and products and provide feedback regarding design and content for Nintendo of America (NOA) territories
May act as a product subject matter expert to assist other NOA departments with game-related support, including demonstrating games internally and capturing video and screenshots
May collaborate with localization staff at Nintendo of Europe (NOE) to achieve alignment when necessary by creating process efficiencies and leveraging resources
May review machine translation, text from outsourcing and global partners for accuracy and consistency
May review products for Legal and ESRB compliance and make recommendations for changes based on target audience/business need
May participate in content discussions and game evaluations and may make recommendations on what games are brought to market
May provide guidance to improve overall game play, presentation, and user experience for product release in the Americas
Maintains awareness of culturalization topics, may identify issues and propose solutions as needed.
May perform translation and interpreting for other departments and subsidiaries as required
May provide feedback on machine translation and other tools
Communicates product strengths, features, and differentiation points to upper management, Marketing, and other internal stakeholders.
Reviews and evaluates product concepts and designs for acquisiti