Japanese Script Writer (In-house)
We are looking for a native English writer who is fluent in Japanese to write scripts for 45 podcast-style Japanese audio lessons.
Each lesson covers a Japanese conversation between two characters in a specific setting or situation. The goals of these lessons are to:
- increase fluency and confidence
- increase vocabulary
- reinforce existing language skills
- provide valuable insight into everyday life and cultural realities
Our ideal candidate would have:
- An excellent native command of English (US).
- Excellent English-writing skills.
- Advanced Japanese language skills (at least JLPT N2).
- A familiarity with JLPT.
- A passion for Japanese language and culture.
- Language-teaching experience.
- The ability to write in a clear and engaging way.
- A keen eye for detail, structure and logic.
- An understanding and passion for processes and quality.
- A familiarity with tracking changes in Google Docs.
We will provide comprehensive briefs, resources, and training to the successful applicant, including style guides and topics.
Note that a remote position may be considered for stand out applicants.
The hiring process:
- Send your resume to: careers@rocketlanguages.com Include a sample of your writing, or follow the sample instructions below. If successful, we will schedule an in-person interview. The successful candidate will be contacted directly.
Sample writing instructions:
Please provide a breakdown of the following sample Japanese conversation between Shota and a hotel receptionist. Include:
- The translation of each word.
- Romanization in brackets.
- Any relevant grammatical explanations.
- Any relevant cultural insights.
Sample conversation:
Receptionist: はい、こちらが神戸ハーバービューホテルでございます。
Shota: あのう、部屋を予約したいのですが。
Receptionist: いつからお泊りになりますか？
Shota: 5 月 1 日から 2 泊です。
Receptionist. 何名様ですか？
Shota: 1 人です。
Receptionist: かしこまりました。お名前を頂けますか？
Shota: 鈴木翔太と申します。