Korean Localization Editor (Contract)
At ArenaNet, we’ve always believed that games are art. They have the power to communicate ideas and tell stories. They can change the way we think, reflect our cultures, and move us. As the developer of the award-winning Guild Wars game series, we’re proud to share our passion for the online worlds we’ve created with over 21 million players worldwide.
ArenaNet develops and publishes games for every kind of person, which means our games need to be built by every kind of person. We believe the best experiences come from working together, celebrating differences, and helping each of our team members shine.
We are looking for a Contract Korean Localization Editor to support localization efforts for our upcoming title, Guild Wars 3. Working closely with Localization, Narrative, Design, Audio, Production, and QA teams, you will help ensure the Korean player experience feels polished, natural, culturally authentic, and aligned with the creative vision of the game.
As a Localization Editor, you will review, edit, and improve localized game content across a variety of in-game experiences including UI, narrative, gameplay systems, tutorials, cinematics, live-service content, and marketing materials. This role requires strong linguistic expertise, editorial judgment, and a deep understanding of how localization impacts player experience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Edit, review, and refine all Korean-localized content both in-game and out-of-game to ensure quality, accuracy, consistency, readability, tone, and cultural relevance, grounded in a deep understanding of the game’s lore, narrative, and mechanics.
Create and maintain localization resources, including glossaries, style guides, terminology databases, and editorial standards to ensure long-term linguistic consistency.
Ensure all localized content aligns with the established voice, style, and creative direction of the game
Serve as the linguistic quality owner, providing authoritative decisions on terminology, phrasing, and stylistic conventions.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Localization, Narrative, Design, Audio, QA, Production teams, and external vendor(s), throughout the localization process
Provide linguistic feedback on character voice, dialogue flow, and overall player-facing content quality
Ensure localized content supports accessibility, usability, and overall player experience goals
Manage priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced and iterative development environment
Translate and localize in-game and out-of-game text as needed
Support linguistic QA, including bug triage, bug fixing, and implementation review as needed
Handle additional localization-related duties as assigned
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
Bachelor’s degree in translation, linguistics, or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
2 years of experience in translation, editing, and/or writing in a professional setting.
1 year of experience in game or software development, localization, or QA.
Professional experience in localization, editing, translation, or linguistic QA within games, entertainment, publishing, or related industries
Strong understanding of Korean grammar, tone, style, and cultural nuance
Experience reviewing and editing player-facing content for quality, consistency, and readability
Ability to adapt tone and writing style across different types of content, including narrative, gameplay systems, UI, tutorials, and live-service content
Strong attention to detail and editorial judgment
Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in an iterative production environment
Passion for games and player experience (with an emphasis on Fantasy/RPG games)
NICE TO HAVE
Experience working on live-service or multiplayer games
Experience with CAT tools, localization pipelines, or localization management systems
Familiarity with Unreal Engine workflows and in-game localization implementation
Experience supporting narrative-heavy or RPG/MMO-style games
Experience with localization QA or in-context review workflows
Familiarity with Korean gaming terminology and regional player expectations
Experience reviewing subtitles, VO scripts, or marketing/localization campaigns
This is a 1 year+ contract.
Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 26th by 10am PT. If the deadline is extended, the posting will be updated accordingly. If the position is filled before this date, the posting will be removed.
Don’t meet every single requirement on this job post? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At ArenaNet, we believe diversity in culture, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and backgrounds make us a better team – we celebrate it. So, if you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
ArenaNet develops and publishes games for every kind of person, which means our games need to be built by every kind of person. We believe the best experiences come from working together, celebrating differences, and helping each of our team members shine.
We are looking for a Contract Korean Localization Editor to support localization efforts for our upcoming title, Guild Wars 3. Working closely with Localization, Narrative, Design, Audio, Production, and QA teams, you will help ensure the Korean player experience feels polished, natural, culturally authentic, and aligned with the creative vision of the game.
As a Localization Editor, you will review, edit, and improve localized game content across a variety of in-game experiences including UI, narrative, gameplay systems, tutorials, cinematics, live-service content, and marketing materials. This role requires strong linguistic expertise, editorial judgment, and a deep understanding of how localization impacts player experience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Edit, review, and refine all Korean-localized content both in-game and out-of-game to ensure quality, accuracy, consistency, readability, tone, and cultural relevance, grounded in a deep understanding of the game’s lore, narrative, and mechanics.
Create and maintain localization resources, including glossaries, style guides, terminology databases, and editorial standards to ensure long-term linguistic consistency.
Ensure all localized content aligns with the established voice, style, and creative direction of the game
Serve as the linguistic quality owner, providing authoritative decisions on terminology, phrasing, and stylistic conventions.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Localization, Narrative, Design, Audio, QA, Production teams, and external vendor(s), throughout the localization process
Provide linguistic feedback on character voice, dialogue flow, and overall player-facing content quality
Ensure localized content supports accessibility, usability, and overall player experience goals
Manage priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced and iterative development environment
Translate and localize in-game and out-of-game text as needed
Support linguistic QA, including bug triage, bug fixing, and implementation review as needed
Handle additional localization-related duties as assigned
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
Bachelor’s degree in translation, linguistics, or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
2 years of experience in translation, editing, and/or writing in a professional setting.
1 year of experience in game or software development, localization, or QA.
Professional experience in localization, editing, translation, or linguistic QA within games, entertainment, publishing, or related industries
Strong understanding of Korean grammar, tone, style, and cultural nuance
Experience reviewing and editing player-facing content for quality, consistency, and readability
Ability to adapt tone and writing style across different types of content, including narrative, gameplay systems, UI, tutorials, and live-service content
Strong attention to detail and editorial judgment
Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in an iterative production environment
Passion for games and player experience (with an emphasis on Fantasy/RPG games)
NICE TO HAVE
Experience working on live-service or multiplayer games
Experience with CAT tools, localization pipelines, or localization management systems
Familiarity with Unreal Engine workflows and in-game localization implementation
Experience supporting narrative-heavy or RPG/MMO-style games
Experience with localization QA or in-context review workflows
Familiarity with Korean gaming terminology and regional player expectations
Experience reviewing subtitles, VO scripts, or marketing/localization campaigns
This is a 1 year+ contract.
Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 26th by 10am PT. If the deadline is extended, the posting will be updated accordingly. If the position is filled before this date, the posting will be removed.
Don’t meet every single requirement on this job post? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At ArenaNet, we believe diversity in culture, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and backgrounds make us a better team – we celebrate it. So, if you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.