Japanese-to-Traditional Chinese (Taiwan) Subtitling Translator (Freelance)

About the company

The company, a subsidiary of the IMAGICA GROUP, is a global provider of content localization and distribution services for the media and entertainment industry. Built on advanced next generation workflows and operations in Burbank, Culver City, London, Cairo and Cape Town, the company services the industry’s leading content owners including the major Hollywood studios, broadcasters and digital platforms.

The company Media provides technology solutions to the entertainment industry. We are responsible for helping Hollywood Studios and content owners to get their content to global audiences by providing all language services including scripting, subtitling, access services and dubbing. Our products and services span the digital spectrum, from enhanced extras packages promoting digital purchase to physical disc authoring.

Our clients include major Hollywood studios and dozens of independent studios. To date, we’ve delivered thousands of titles to iTunes, Google, Netflix, Amazon, and others. We’ve created a large percentage of iTunes Extras titles available on the App Store, developed the specification of and delivered the first Cross-Platform Extras titles, authored more than eight-thousand DVDs, two-thousand Blu-rays, as well as award-winning tablet and mobile apps.

About the role

Due to increased demand for localized content in the APAC region, the company is seeking experienced freelance Japanese-to-Traditional Chinese (Taiwan) subtitling translators to join our linguist network and support upcoming projects.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, possess a flexible attitude, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. In addition, they must be able to work as part of a team that deals with changing priorities and workloads.

Due to the sensitive nature of the delivery schedule, time flexibility is of paramount importance.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Translate Japanese audiovisual content into accurate, natural Traditional Chinese (Taiwan) subtitles using the company’s proprietary cloud-based subtitling software.

• Follow client-specific style guides and technical specifications.

• Use in-house glossary tools to maintain terminology consistency across projects.

• Review and correct translation, linguistic, and formatting errors in assigned subtitle files.

• Meet project deadlines while maintaining translation quality and accuracy.

• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive content and project information.

Requirements

• Native or near-native proficiency in Traditional Chinese (Taiwan).

• Advanced or native-level proficiency in Japanese, including strong comprehension of spoken Japanese.

• Good working proficiency in English, with the ability to understand written instructions, communicate professionally via email, and use English-language tools and platforms.

• Strong understanding of Japanese and Taiwanese cultural nuances, idioms, and expressions.

• Excellent Traditional Chinese writing skills, including grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and natural subtitle phrasing.

• Minimum of 2 years of professional subtitling translation experience.

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.

• Ability to follow client-specific technical specifications and style guides.

• Ability to meet tight deadlines and accommodate flexible working hours when required.