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Assistant Editor, Manga (Open to Remote)

Remote Jobs, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview Employer Industry: Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity

Salary of $56,000.00

Eligibility for an annual profit award or bonus based on company results

Comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) options

Opportunity to work closely with creative teams on notable manga titles

Chance to contribute to the localization of popular manga and engage with a passionate community

Dynamic and diverse work environment within a leading publishing house

Responsibilities

Assist editorial staff with localization and production tasks for manga aimed at English-language readers

Execute editorial duties, including translation script edits and layout reviews, ensuring quality and consistency

Hire, schedule, and track deadlines for freelance translators, letterers, and rewriters

Write promotional copy and coordinate with design teams for cover and interior production

Prepare and submit file packages for approval and production to both internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

Excellent English-language writing skills with the ability to provide samples

Aptitude in written Japanese sufficient for evaluating titles and correcting basic translation errors (minimum equivalent to JLPT N5 level)

Previous professional editorial experience is a plus

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to communicate clearly and interact professionally in a cross-cultural context

Preferred Qualifications

Strong interest in anime, manga, or video games

Interest in learning about all aspects of book publishing

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Acrobat, InDesign, and Photoshop) or willingness to learn

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite (specifically Word, Outlook, and Teams) or willingness to learn

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