Jun 2

Jobs: In-house Translator/Editor and Freelance Translators for Japan Echo Inc. (Tokyo)

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JetWit job poster Stephen Palanik (Fukushima Ken, 2004-08) learned of the following employment opportunities being offered by Japan Echo Inc., and thought it might be of interest to former JETs in the Tokyo area. Stephen is a translator based in Hamamatsu city, Shizuoka Ken, and he periodically posts job listings and event information for JET alumni.

Update 07/10/09: The in-house position has been filled, but Japan Echo says they have an open invitation on their website for prospective freelance translators (J to E); feel free to send in your info at any time.

The bimonthly journal Japan Echo features translations of essays, interviews, and discussions by noted commentators on topics of interest in Japan today. They are seeking an in-house translator/editor and freelance translators.

See the original posting on their site for more information and to download the trial translations.

In-house translator/editor

Japan Echo Inc. is looking for a full-time, in-house Japanese-to-English translator/English editor. Candidates should have a native command of English, strong writing skills, and reading proficiency in Japanese (JLPT level 1 or higher). This is a one-year contract position to begin in July 2009, with the possibility of an extension. Salary will be from ¥400,000/month, dependent on experience.

Please complete the trial translation (PDF) and send it with your resume and any other materials to the postal address below. E-mail submissions will not be accepted for this position.

Freelance translators

Japan Echo Inc. is also looking for Japanese-to-English translators to work on a freelance basis. Applicants should be native English speakers with strong writing skills. They are particularly looking for translators with experience in the fields of corporate communications, finance, and medicine.

Prospective freelancers must do a short translation trial.

Please send your resume, trial translation, and any other pertinent materials to:

Editorial Dept., Japan Echo Inc.
Nippon Press Center Building
2-2-1 Uchisaiwai-chô
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0011, JAPAN
Tel. (03) 3519-3514 Fax (03) 3519-3519
Or contact them through E-mail.