Writer / Editor / Translator

Salary

for Fresh Candidates

250,000 – 400,000

for intermediate Candidates

400,000 – 600,000

for Experienced Candidates

600,000 – 1,000,000+

Average Salary

370,000 – 550,000
Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in: English or Japanese Language, Media Communications, Journalism, English Literature, Translation or Linguistics

Fresher
Middle
Senior

Job Description

A Writer, Editor, or Translator in Japan is responsible for creating, editing, and translating written content for various purposes such as business communication, media, marketing, technical documentation, and localization of content.

These roles may include:

  • Writer: Creates original content (articles, blogs, marketing copy, scripts)

  • Editor: Reviews, corrects, and improves written content

  • Translator: Converts content between languages (commonly Japanese ↔ English)

They ensure clarity, accuracy, cultural relevance, and consistency of content.

Working Hours

  • Standard: 8–9 hours per day

  • Weekly: 40–45 hours

May include:

  • Deadlines for publishing

  • Project-based workload

  • Flexible schedules

Required Skills

Writing Skills

  • Strong grammar and vocabulary

  • Content structuring and storytelling

  • Copywriting and creative writing

Editing Skills

  • Proofreading and error correction

  • Style consistency

  • Attention to detail

Translation Skills

  • Bilingual fluency (Japanese ↔ English or other languages)

  • Cultural localization

  • Accuracy and context understanding

Technical Skills

  • Content management systems (CMS)

  • SEO writing (for digital content roles)

  • Translation tools (CAT tools like SDL Trados, memoQ)

Soft Skills

  • Time management

  • Communication

  • Research ability

  • Attention to detail

Key Responsibilities

Writer

  • Create original content (blogs, articles, marketing copy)

  • Research topics and generate ideas

  • Write SEO-optimized content

Editor

  • Review and proofread content

  • Ensure clarity, grammar, and consistency

  • Maintain editorial guidelines

  • Improve readability and tone

Translator

  • Translate documents between languages (commonly Japanese ↔ English)

  • Ensure cultural accuracy and context adaptation

  • Localize content for target audiences

  • Maintain meaning and tone of original text

Additional Benefits

  • Health insurance

  • Paid leave and holidays

  • Transportation allowance

  • Performance bonuses (in corporate roles)

  • Flexible working hours

  • Opportunities for international projects

  • Skill development and training

Interested in this job?

Job Fee

 4,800

Allowed file types: pdf, doc, docx (max file size 1 GB) Clear
Gender

Male, Female

Job Type

Full Time

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