[Limited Term] Associate Localization Planner - Bilingual Japanese

Nintendo of America is dedicated to creating smiles through unique entertainment experiences. The Associate Localization Planner will act as a liaison with global localization teams, manage project logistics, and support the localization process while maintaining relationships with developers and partners throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities Partners and acts as a liaison with global localization teams to establish and maintain processes for managing scope, schedule, and milestones through project lifecycle Coordinates day-to-day logistics of tasks generated from assigned projects, disseminates project information to appropriate teams, and provides support through completion Supports Project Sponsors to effectively resolve and improve localization process and workflow; contributes to the adaptation of standardized processes, documentation, and tools to maintain and improve localization process and workflow Communicates and maintains relationships with overseas and domestic first-, second-, and third-party developers and/or external partners regarding software and service localization through project lifecycle Maintains cultural and asset review database to preserve datapoints accumulated from localization projects Monitors budgets and consults all necessary stakeholders if supplemental budgets are needed Monitors schedule and language progress; consults with language leads to understand the scope of remaining work and coordinates schedule fluctuation and negotiation May create and monitor recording budgets, as well as assist with contract preparation and billing processes, by working with recording studios, actors' agents, and internal stakeholders for voice recording Some limited collaboration with global localization teams and internal stakeholders to resolve cultural and localization issues Some limited facilitation of communication and coordination with other internal teams and stakeholders Plays pre-production software to gain deep understanding of the project Develops post-mortem reports and archives materials upon project completion May test and evaluate games and products and provide feedback regarding design and content for NOA territories May demonstrate products in videos, livestreams and live demos, and support other promotional efforts Works with highly sensitive and confidential material on a regular basis Translates, generates, and centralizes materials including spec docs and other development-related information Interprets meetings, telephone calls, and video conferences related to game development and localization May interpret for developers in media interviews and/or presentations Skills One to three years of related experience Experience working with global teams and familiarity with console, PC, and mobile video game markets Excellent organizational and customer service skills with acute attention to detail and accuracy Strong knowledge of Japanese and American culture, and familiarity with Japanese business protocol Knowledge of Nintendo properties, products, and history Advanced skills in MS Office Suite and ability to learn and adapt to proprietary software Professional experience with full understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall and/or Agile) preferred Valid passport may required for international travel Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Communication, Business, a related field or equivalent education and experience required Bilingual role requires all of the above, as well as strong spoken and written communication skills, experience interpreting business meetings and/or conference calls, and Level 1 certification on the Japanese Proficiency Test or equivalent Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered Professional experience with full understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall and/or Agile) preferred Valid passport may required for international travel Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Paid time off Company Overview Nintendo is a Japanese multinational consumer electronics company that develops game consoles. It is a sub-organization of Nintendo Japan. It was founded in 1980, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is