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Gaming Localization Project Managers will be responsible for managing and delivering game localization projects, Gaming Localization Project Managers independently execute all projects from start to finish and serve as a single point of accountability for their successful completion, including responsibility for administration, schedule, budgets and client communications. Gaming Localization Project Managers will provide client support on challenging game localization problems in a dynamic and exciting environment, and will gather information, propose solutions and report regularly to our clients, going above and beyond to make sure they are happy with our services. They have a passion for excellence and want to help make better games.

DESCRIPTION

• Confirm clarity of instructions prior to initiating project workflow, liaising with Account Executives/Client Services/Clients to modify/correct project instructions/parameters as needed
• Coordinate with Account Executives/Client Services to educate/advise clients regarding the best way to
• accomplish their goals for individual projects – engaging clients directly as required
• Negotiate rates and deadlines with contract linguists in order to maximize profitability and project completion
• speed
• Use computer assisted translation tools whenever possible to maximize consistency and profitability
• Use appropriate reference materials/glossaries as needed to maximize consistency and quality
• Communicate any issues/problems/delays/additional information to Account Executives/Client Services/Clients on an immediate basis and work to troubleshoot any issues that arise
• Effectively liaise with other departments that are essential parts of the project workflow (for instance, Quality
• Perform a Final Eye quality check and issue a quality score for the Quality Manager prior to sending a job out
• Return completed projects to Account Executives/Client Services on time or early
• Bill projects completely and accurately within 24 hours of project completion, complying with all appropriate
• regulations and processes
• Regularly use data analytics to track the progress of their initiatives, make business decisions, and assess the success of their efforts in a tangible manner
• Establish and maintain working relationships with contract linguists located around the world
• Consistently give both positive and negative feedback
• File compliance reports as needed for substandard work performed and work with Quality Assurance to impose
• appropriate financial sanctions in those cases
• Investigate/resolve client complaints, problem solve and work with Quality Assurance/Management to ensure
• that appropriate systemic changes are implemented to ensure that any problems that occurred cannot be
• repeated
• Based on management approval, execute sample jobs and/or projects with a higher level of complexity/difficulty
• Work to understand and be knowledgeable about gaming clients, including current events, business trends and industry leaders
• Make recommendations to the manager on ways to improve any processes, etc. as part of TransPerfect’s
• commitment to continual improvement
• Provide assistance to others when able and as needed
• Perform all duties independently without extra support, maximize manager’s check-ins and escalate issues to
• the manager in a constructive way
• Retain, apply, and stay current on best practices, processes, technologies, and tools needed to produce work to the highest standard
• Display consistency in terms of attitude, quality of work and approach to their colleagues
• Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by the manager/supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to work with a wide variety of personality types and get objectives met
• Ability to partner with all stakeholders to thoroughly understand features, timelines, and expectations, ensuring the best quality support
• Ability to proactively identify and call out risks, suggesting alternative approaches to deliver the project successfully
• Ability to act as an effective advocate for our clients
• Ability to effectively multitask in order to simultaneously execute multiple projects
• Exceptional problem solving/critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations, especially under tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain professionalism, focus and result-orientation under pressure and tight deadlines
• 80% on either Phase 1 or 1.2 Final-Eye tests, the second score must be a minimum of 70%
• 80% on Phase 2 Final-Eye test

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or directly relevant experience
• Minimum 3 years localization project management experience in the video games industry
• Knowledgeable on how to handle common video game file formats
• Direct client-facing experience
• Fluent in Chinese, Mandarin (Chinese Clients)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Understanding of the Game Development life-cycle

Experience working with other Gaming services disciplines such as LQA, Art Services, Player Support, etc.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management
• Industries Translation and Localization

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1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Gaming Localization Project Managers will be responsible for managing and delivering game localization projects, Gaming Localization Project Managers independently execute all projects from start to finish and serve as a single point of accountability for their successful completion, including responsibility for administration, schedule, budgets and client communications. Gaming Localization Project Managers will provide client support on challenging game localization problems in a dynamic and exciting environment, and will gather information, propose solutions and report regularly to our clients, going above and beyond to make sure they are happy with our services. They have a passion for excellence and want to help make better games.

DESCRIPTION

• Confirm clarity of instructions prior to initiating project workflow, liaising with Account Executives/Client Services/Clients to modify/correct project instructions/parameters as needed
• Coordinate with Account Executives/Client Services to educate/advise clients regarding the best way to
• accomplish their goals for individual projects – engaging clients directly as required
• Negotiate rates and deadlines with contract linguists in order to maximize profitability and project completion
• speed
• Use computer assisted translation tools whenever possible to maximize consistency and profitability
• Use appropriate reference materials/glossaries as needed to maximize consistency and quality
• Communicate any issues/problems/delays/additional information to Account Executives/Client Services/Clients on an immediate basis and work to troubleshoot any issues that arise
• Effectively liaise with other departments that are essential parts of the project workflow (for instance, Quality
• Perform a Final Eye quality check and issue a quality score for the Quality Manager prior to sending a job out
• Return completed projects to Account Executives/Client Services on time or early
• Bill projects completely and accurately within 24 hours of project completion, complying with all appropriate
• regulations and processes
• Regularly use data analytics to track the progress of their initiatives, make business decisions, and assess the success of their efforts in a tangible manner
• Establish and maintain working relationships with contract linguists located around the world
• Consistently give both positive and negative feedback
• File compliance reports as needed for substandard work performed and work with Quality Assurance to impose
• appropriate financial sanctions in those cases
• Investigate/resolve client complaints, problem solve and work with Quality Assurance/Management to ensure
• that appropriate systemic changes are implemented to ensure that any problems that occurred cannot be
• repeated
• Based on management approval, execute sample jobs and/or projects with a higher level of complexity/difficulty
• Work to understand and be knowledgeable about gaming clients, including current events, business trends and industry leaders
• Make recommendations to the manager on ways to improve any processes, etc. as part of TransPerfect’s
• commitment to continual improvement
• Provide assistance to others when able and as needed
• Perform all duties independently without extra support, maximize manager’s check-ins and escalate issues to
• the manager in a constructive way
• Retain, apply, and stay current on best practices, processes, technologies, and tools needed to produce work to the highest standard
• Display consistency in terms of attitude, quality of work and approach to their colleagues
• Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by the manager/supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to work with a wide variety of personality types and get objectives met
• Ability to partner with all stakeholders to thoroughly understand features, timelines, and expectations, ensuring the best quality support
• Ability to proactively identify and call out risks, suggesting alternative approaches to deliver the project successfully
• Ability to act as an effective advocate for our clients
• Ability to effectively multitask in order to simultaneously execute multiple projects
• Exceptional problem solving/critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations, especially under tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain professionalism, focus and result-orientation under pressure and tight deadlines
• 80% on either Phase 1 or 1.2 Final-Eye tests, the second score must be a minimum of 70%
• 80% on Phase 2 Final-Eye test

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or directly relevant experience
• Minimum 3 years localization project management experience in the video games industry
• Knowledgeable on how to handle common video game file formats
• Direct client-facing experience
• Fluent in Chinese, Mandarin (Chinese Clients)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Understanding of the Game Development life-cycle

Experience working with other Gaming services disciplines such as LQA, Art Services, Player Support, etc.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Translation and Localization

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About NetEase Games:

As a leading internet technology company based in China, NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX:999, “NetEase”) provides premium online services centered around content creation. With extensive offerings across its expanding gaming ecosystem, the Company develops and operates some of China’s most popular and longest-running mobile and PC games. Powered by industry-leading in-house R&D capabilities in China and globally, NetEase creates superior gaming experiences, inspires players, and passionately delivers value for its thriving community worldwide. By infusing play with culture and education with technology, NetEase transforms gaming into a meaningful vehicle to build a more entertaining and enlightened world.

NetEase’s ESG initiatives are among the best in the global media and entertainment industry, earning it a distinction as one of the S&P Global Industry Movers and an “A” rating from MSCI. For more information, please visit:

Job Responsibilities:

• Game Text Localization
  • Deliver high-quality English translations of in-game text, ensuring terminology accuracy and contextual adaptation.
• Cultural Adaptation & Meme Integration
  • Integrate overseas trending memes and pop culture relevant trends to creatively enhance localized content.
• AI Chat Feature Design
  • Design engaging AI-driven chat experience tailored to global player preferences.
• User Research Support
  • Assist in overseas players’ public opinion analysis.

Job Requirements:

• Excellent translation skills.
• Familiarity with international gaming social platforms.
• Creative mindset, trend-awareness, meme-savvy, and strong content creation abilities (portfolio preferred).
• Proficiency in East Asian languages (e.g., Japanese or Korean) is a strong advantage.
• Mandarin Chinese is preferred as working partners and stakeholders are based in China.
• Proficiency in Japanese or Korean is a plus.

About NetEase Games:

As a leading internet technology company based in China, NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX:999, “NetEase”) provides premium online services centered around content creation. With extensive offerings across its expanding gaming ecosystem, the Company develops and operates some of China’s most popular and longest-running mobile and PC games. Powered by industry-leading in-house R&D capabilities in China and globally, NetEase creates superior gaming experiences, inspires players, and passionately delivers value for its thriving community worldwide. By infusing play with culture and education with technology, NetEase transforms gaming into a meaningful vehicle to build a more entertaining and enlightened world.

NetEase’s ESG initiatives are among the best in the global media and entertainment industry, earning it a distinction as one of the S&P Global Industry Movers and an “A” rating from MSCI. For more information, please visit:

Job Responsibilities:

• Game Text Localization
  • Deliver high-quality English translations of in-game text, ensuring terminology accuracy and contextual adaptation.
• Cultural Adaptation & Meme Integration
  • Integrate overseas trending memes and pop culture relevant trends to creatively enhance localized content.
• AI Chat Feature Design
  • Design engaging AI-driven chat experience tailored to global player preferences.
• User Research Support
  • Assist in overseas players’ public opinion analysis.

Job Requirements:

• Excellent translation skills.
• Familiarity with international gaming social platforms.
• Creative mindset, trend-awareness, meme-savvy, and strong content creation abilities (portfolio preferred).
• Proficiency in East Asian languages (e.g., Japanese or Korean) is a strong advantage.
• Mandarin Chinese is preferred as working partners and stakeholders are based in China.
• Proficiency in Japanese or Korean is a plus.

Do you want to be part of a leading international technical service provider to the global #Gaming Industry with studios in Asia, Europe, North and South America?

We are currently in the process of expanding and are looking for professional, experienced candidates to become members of our growing global team.

The Project Manager will consistently meet or exceed client expectations by ensuring exceptional service, quality, and cost efficiency on every project. Working with clients, colleagues across different accounts and a broad spectrum of resources, the Project Manager is expected to develop and grow those relationships whilst achieving/exceeding the expected margins by providing creative, technical, and business solutions.

The PM is expected to manage projects of different sizes, genres and platforms and ensure their profitability, quality and on time delivery within the timeframe agreed with the client.

They will be reporting to the relevant Senior Production Manager, responsible for assigned client deliverables and will partner with Portfolio Directors, Senior Production Managers & Project Manager peers to ensure the successful completion of client deliverables & outcomes (on time/on budget/first time right).

Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Work on projects, depending on workload and on the team’s needs.
• Estimate and plan projects from start to finish, with built-in contingencies.
• Work with the Senior Production Manager and global team to ensure that the project’s specific workflows and technical processes are well documented and regularly updated.
• Lead project planning process and “kick-off” meetings and ongoing project-related meetings, as needed.
• Work closely with Solutions Team, the Senior Production Manager, and the client directly to understand the scope and requirements of each project.
• Advise clients on best practices and agree on project processes and timelines.
• Monitor and coordinate project processes (pre-and post-production plan, postmortems, resources, QA plan, risk mitigation plans, CAPAs etc.) and collaborate with the teams in charge of those different areas of expertise.
• Align with Global Resource Management Team on the projects’ resourcing in order to ensure that projects are resourced, perform according to the project instructions, client expectations, the company's procedures and within target’s project margins.
• Oversee the project schedule, making sure that all parties deliver according to project schedule and company’s standards.
• Continuously manage and adapt the work plan and resources required in consultation and agreement with the client and the rest of global team.
• Work with the company's stakeholders to determine workflow and best processes to maximize productivity and minimize costs.

Communication

• Follow the development of the project daily through a quick and efficient communication with the client, receiving and following up on issues, changes in specifications, deadlines, or any other kind of related matters to the project.
• Liaise with external vendors and internal resources involved in own projects, keeping a relationship tending to go beyond a simple supplier-customer relation with the aim of getting vendor's members involved and an important part of the whole creative localization process.
• Keep a constant and open dialogue with the other PMs across accounts, building good working relationships with all the global team members.
• Make independent decisions on work methods to be used on projects, while liaising with the global teams and Senior Production Managers and following established standards and procedures defined by the company and the clients.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with clients, liaising with them to understand their goals and expectations and anticipating/addressing client needs and concerns to prevent issues.
• Escalate and investigate with the Senior Production Managers and corresponding stakeholders any complaints or potential risks to the performance of a project according to KWS standards.
• Proactively contribute to process and tool improvement initiatives at all levels (internal or client-facing, local or international).

Financial performance

• Input financial data, both sales and purchases, in administration tool for tracking, invoicing, cost control and quoting purposes.
• Manage internal/external costs, monitor profit margin on projects. Act when margins are below target, liaising with the Senior Production Managers and rest of the global teams to address it.
• Manage projects finances, including the necessary pre-invoice checks, WIP/Accrual management, forecast and quote assessments in an efficient and timely manner.
• Manage cost estimates with vendors, making sure they follow the internal procedures and best practices.
• Ensure continued sustainability of the project in terms of budget, profitability, quality and client retention.
• Ensure project data in the company's reports is accurate, updated, and complete.

Personal Development

• Provide support to new members and work with the Senior Production Managers to prepare a training plan that will help achieve department objectives and goals, while covering all the necessary project needs. Take responsibility for personal learning and training needs escalating any possible training needs.

Requirements

• Experience either on videogames and/or localization sectors, be it on client or vendor side, with degree in Business, Audio, Translation, Computer Science or Games Development as an advantage.
• Knowledge of production and/or CAT Tools is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of PC and MS Office products is essential.
• English and Korean verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use good judgment to prioritize tasks.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a remote, fast-paced, complex global environment.
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Must be motivated and a team player, be predisposed for personal learning and training and effectively apply business specific technology and methodologies.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a written test.

Benefits

Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore

Area of Work: Localization

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Full Time, 1-Year Contract (renewable based on business needs)

Working Pattern: Remote

Do you want to be part of a leading international technical service provider to the global #Gaming Industry with studios in Asia, Europe, North and South America?

We are currently in the process of expanding and are looking for professional, experienced candidates to become members of our growing global team.

The Project Manager will consistently meet or exceed client expectations by ensuring exceptional service, quality, and cost efficiency on every project. Working with clients, colleagues across different accounts and a broad spectrum of resources, the Project Manager is expected to develop and grow those relationships whilst achieving/exceeding the expected margins by providing creative, technical, and business solutions.

The PM is expected to manage projects of different sizes, genres and platforms and ensure their profitability, quality and on time delivery within the timeframe agreed with the client.

They will be reporting to the relevant Senior Production Manager, responsible for assigned client deliverables and will partner with Portfolio Directors, Senior Production Managers & Project Manager peers to ensure the successful completion of client deliverables & outcomes (on time/on budget/first time right).

Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Work on projects, depending on workload and on the team’s needs.
• Estimate and plan projects from start to finish, with built-in contingencies.
• Work with the Senior Production Manager and global team to ensure that the project’s specific workflows and technical processes are well documented and regularly updated.
• Lead project planning process and “kick-off” meetings and ongoing project-related meetings, as needed.
• Work closely with Solutions Team, the Senior Production Manager, and the client directly to understand the scope and requirements of each project.
• Advise clients on best practices and agree on project processes and timelines.
• Monitor and coordinate project processes (pre-and post-production plan, postmortems, resources, QA plan, risk mitigation plans, CAPAs etc.) and collaborate with the teams in charge of those different areas of expertise.
• Align with Global Resource Management Team on the projects’ resourcing in order to ensure that projects are resourced, perform according to the project instructions, client expectations, the company's procedures and within target’s project margins.
• Oversee the project schedule, making sure that all parties deliver according to project schedule and company’s standards.
• Continuously manage and adapt the work plan and resources required in consultation and agreement with the client and the rest of global team.
• Work with the company's stakeholders to determine workflow and best processes to maximize productivity and minimize costs.

Communication

• Follow the development of the project daily through a quick and efficient communication with the client, receiving and following up on issues, changes in specifications, deadlines, or any other kind of related matters to the project.
• Liaise with external vendors and internal resources involved in own projects, keeping a relationship tending to go beyond a simple supplier-customer relation with the aim of getting vendor's members involved and an important part of the whole creative localization process.
• Keep a constant and open dialogue with the other PMs across accounts, building good working relationships with all the global team members.
• Make independent decisions on work methods to be used on projects, while liaising with the global teams and Senior Production Managers and following established standards and procedures defined by the company and the clients.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with clients, liaising with them to understand their goals and expectations and anticipating/addressing client needs and concerns to prevent issues.
• Escalate and investigate with the Senior Production Managers and corresponding stakeholders any complaints or potential risks to the performance of a project according to KWS standards.
• Proactively contribute to process and tool improvement initiatives at all levels (internal or client-facing, local or international).

Financial performance

• Input financial data, both sales and purchases, in administration tool for tracking, invoicing, cost control and quoting purposes.
• Manage internal/external costs, monitor profit margin on projects. Act when margins are below target, liaising with the Senior Production Managers and rest of the global teams to address it.
• Manage projects finances, including the necessary pre-invoice checks, WIP/Accrual management, forecast and quote assessments in an efficient and timely manner.
• Manage cost estimates with vendors, making sure they follow the internal procedures and best practices.
• Ensure continued sustainability of the project in terms of budget, profitability, quality and client retention.
• Ensure project data in the company's reports is accurate, updated, and complete.

Personal Development

• Provide support to new members and work with the Senior Production Managers to prepare a training plan that will help achieve department objectives and goals, while covering all the necessary project needs. Take responsibility for personal learning and training needs escalating any possible training needs.

• Experience either on videogames and/or localization sectors, be it on client or vendor side, with degree in Business, Audio, Translation, Computer Science or Games Development as an advantage.
• Knowledge of production and/or CAT Tools is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of PC and MS Office products is essential.
• English and Korean verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use good judgment to prioritize tasks.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a remote, fast-paced, complex global environment.
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Must be motivated and a team player, be predisposed for personal learning and training and effectively apply business specific technology and methodologies.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a written test.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore

Area of Work: Localization

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Full Time, 1-Year Contract (renewable based on business needs)

Working Pattern: Remote

Do you want to be part of a leading international technical service provider to the global #Gaming Industry with studios in Asia, Europe, North and South America?

We are currently in the process of expanding and are looking for professional, experienced candidates to become members of our growing global team.

The Project Manager will consistently meet or exceed client expectations by ensuring exceptional service, quality, and cost efficiency on every project. Working with clients, colleagues across different accounts and a broad spectrum of resources, the Project Manager is expected to develop and grow those relationships whilst achieving/exceeding the expected margins by providing creative, technical, and business solutions.

The PM is expected to manage projects of different sizes, genres and platforms and ensure their profitability, quality and on time delivery within the timeframe agreed with the client.

They will be reporting to the relevant Senior Production Manager, responsible for assigned client deliverables and will partner with Portfolio Directors, Senior Production Managers & Project Manager peers to ensure the successful completion of client deliverables & outcomes (on time/on budget/first time right).

Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Work on projects, depending on workload and on the team’s needs.
• Estimate and plan projects from start to finish, with built-in contingencies.
• Work with the Senior Production Manager and global team to ensure that the project’s specific workflows and technical processes are well documented and regularly updated.
• Lead project planning process and “kick-off” meetings and ongoing project-related meetings, as needed.
• Work closely with Solutions Team, the Senior Production Manager, and the client directly to understand the scope and requirements of each project.
• Advise clients on best practices and agree on project processes and timelines.
• Monitor and coordinate project processes (pre-and post-production plan, postmortems, resources, QA plan, risk mitigation plans, CAPAs etc.) and collaborate with the teams in charge of those different areas of expertise.
• Align with Global Resource Management Team on the projects’ resourcing in order to ensure that projects are resourced, perform according to the project instructions, client expectations, the company's procedures and within target’s project margins.
• Oversee the project schedule, making sure that all parties deliver according to project schedule and company’s standards.
• Continuously manage and adapt the work plan and resources required in consultation and agreement with the client and the rest of global team.
• Work with the company's stakeholders to determine workflow and best processes to maximize productivity and minimize costs.

Communication

• Follow the development of the project daily through a quick and efficient communication with the client, receiving and following up on issues, changes in specifications, deadlines, or any other kind of related matters to the project.
• Liaise with external vendors and internal resources involved in own projects, keeping a relationship tending to go beyond a simple supplier-customer relation with the aim of getting vendor's members involved and an important part of the whole creative localization process.
• Keep a constant and open dialogue with the other PMs across accounts, building good working relationships with all the global team members.
• Make independent decisions on work methods to be used on projects, while liaising with the global teams and Senior Production Managers and following established standards and procedures defined by the company and the clients.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with clients, liaising with them to understand their goals and expectations and anticipating/addressing client needs and concerns to prevent issues.
• Escalate and investigate with the Senior Production Managers and corresponding stakeholders any complaints or potential risks to the performance of a project according to KWS standards.
• Proactively contribute to process and tool improvement initiatives at all levels (internal or client-facing, local or international).

Financial performance

• Input financial data, both sales and purchases, in administration tool for tracking, invoicing, cost control and quoting purposes.
• Manage internal/external costs, monitor profit margin on projects. Act when margins are below target, liaising with the Senior Production Managers and rest of the global teams to address it.
• Manage projects finances, including the necessary pre-invoice checks, WIP/Accrual management, forecast and quote assessments in an efficient and timely manner.
• Manage cost estimates with vendors, making sure they follow the internal procedures and best practices.
• Ensure continued sustainability of the project in terms of budget, profitability, quality and client retention.
• Ensure project data in the company's reports is accurate, updated, and complete.

Personal Development

• Provide support to new members and work with the Senior Production Managers to prepare a training plan that will help achieve department objectives and goals, while covering all the necessary project needs. Take responsibility for personal learning and training needs escalating any possible training needs.

Requirements

• Experience either on videogames and/or localization sectors, be it on client or vendor side, with degree in Business, Audio, Translation, Computer Science or Games Development as an advantage.
• Knowledge of production and/or CAT Tools is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of PC and MS Office products is essential.
• English and Korean verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use good judgment to prioritize tasks.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a remote, fast-paced, complex global environment.
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Must be motivated and a team player, be predisposed for personal learning and training and effectively apply business specific technology and methodologies.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a written test.

Benefits

Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore

Area of Work: Localization

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Full Time, 1-Year Contract (renewable based on business needs)

Working Pattern: Remote

Do you want to be part of a leading international technical service provider to the global #Gaming Industry with studios in Asia, Europe, North and South America?

We are currently in the process of expanding and are looking for professional, experienced candidates to become members of our growing global team.

The Project Manager will consistently meet or exceed client expectations by ensuring exceptional service, quality, and cost efficiency on every project. Working with clients, colleagues across different accounts and a broad spectrum of resources, the Project Manager is expected to develop and grow those relationships whilst achieving/exceeding the expected margins by providing creative, technical, and business solutions.

The PM is expected to manage projects of different sizes, genres and platforms and ensure their profitability, quality and on time delivery within the timeframe agreed with the client.

They will be reporting to the relevant Senior Production Manager, responsible for assigned client deliverables and will partner with Portfolio Directors, Senior Production Managers & Project Manager peers to ensure the successful completion of client deliverables & outcomes (on time/on budget/first time right).

Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Work on projects, depending on workload and on the team’s needs.
• Estimate and plan projects from start to finish, with built-in contingencies.
• Work with the Senior Production Manager and global team to ensure that the project’s specific workflows and technical processes are well documented and regularly updated.
• Lead project planning process and “kick-off” meetings and ongoing project-related meetings, as needed.
• Work closely with Solutions Team, the Senior Production Manager, and the client directly to understand the scope and requirements of each project.
• Advise clients on best practices and agree on project processes and timelines.
• Monitor and coordinate project processes (pre-and post-production plan, postmortems, resources, QA plan, risk mitigation plans, CAPAs etc.) and collaborate with the teams in charge of those different areas of expertise.
• Align with Global Resource Management Team on the projects’ resourcing in order to ensure that projects are resourced, perform according to the project instructions, client expectations, the company's procedures and within target’s project margins.
• Oversee the project schedule, making sure that all parties deliver according to project schedule and company’s standards.
• Continuously manage and adapt the work plan and resources required in consultation and agreement with the client and the rest of global team.
• Work with the company's stakeholders to determine workflow and best processes to maximize productivity and minimize costs.

Communication

• Follow the development of the project daily through a quick and efficient communication with the client, receiving and following up on issues, changes in specifications, deadlines, or any other kind of related matters to the project.
• Liaise with external vendors and internal resources involved in own projects, keeping a relationship tending to go beyond a simple supplier-customer relation with the aim of getting vendor's members involved and an important part of the whole creative localization process.
• Keep a constant and open dialogue with the other PMs across accounts, building good working relationships with all the global team members.
• Make independent decisions on work methods to be used on projects, while liaising with the global teams and Senior Production Managers and following established standards and procedures defined by the company and the clients.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with clients, liaising with them to understand their goals and expectations and anticipating/addressing client needs and concerns to prevent issues.
• Escalate and investigate with the Senior Production Managers and corresponding stakeholders any complaints or potential risks to the performance of a project according to KWS standards.
• Proactively contribute to process and tool improvement initiatives at all levels (internal or client-facing, local or international).

Financial performance

• Input financial data, both sales and purchases, in administration tool for tracking, invoicing, cost control and quoting purposes.
• Manage internal/external costs, monitor profit margin on projects. Act when margins are below target, liaising with the Senior Production Managers and rest of the global teams to address it.
• Manage projects finances, including the necessary pre-invoice checks, WIP/Accrual management, forecast and quote assessments in an efficient and timely manner.
• Manage cost estimates with vendors, making sure they follow the internal procedures and best practices.
• Ensure continued sustainability of the project in terms of budget, profitability, quality and client retention.
• Ensure project data in the company's reports is accurate, updated, and complete.

Personal Development

• Provide support to new members and work with the Senior Production Managers to prepare a training plan that will help achieve department objectives and goals, while covering all the necessary project needs. Take responsibility for personal learning and training needs escalating any possible training needs.

• Experience either on videogames and/or localization sectors, be it on client or vendor side, with degree in Business, Audio, Translation, Computer Science or Games Development as an advantage.
• Knowledge of production and/or CAT Tools is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of PC and MS Office products is essential.
• English and Korean verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use good judgment to prioritize tasks.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a remote, fast-paced, complex global environment.
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Must be motivated and a team player, be predisposed for personal learning and training and effectively apply business specific technology and methodologies.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a written test.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore

Area of Work: Localization

Service: Globalize

Employment Type: Full Time, 1-Year Contract (renewable based on business needs)

Working Pattern: Remote

Do you want to be part of a leading international technical service provider to the global #Gaming Industry with studios in Asia, Europe, North and South America?
We are currently in the process of expanding and are looking for professional, experienced candidates to become members of our growing global team.
The Project Manager will consistently meet or exceed client expectations by ensuring exceptional service, quality, and cost efficiency on every project. Working with clients, colleagues across different accounts and a broad spectrum of resources, the Project Manager is expected to develop and grow those relationships whilst achieving/exceeding the expected margins by providing creative, technical, and business solutions.
The PM is expected to manage projects of different sizes, genres and platforms and ensure their profitability, quality and on time delivery within the timeframe agreed with the client.
They will be reporting to the relevant Senior Production Manager, responsible for assigned client deliverables and will partner with Portfolio Directors, Senior Production Managers & Project Manager peers to ensure the successful completion of client deliverables & outcomes (on time/on budget/first time right).
Responsibilities:
Project Management
Work on projects, depending on workload and on the team’s needs.
Estimate and plan projects from start to finish, with built-in contingencies.
Work with the Senior Production Manager and global team to ensure that the project’s specific workflows and technical processes are well documented and regularly updated.
Lead project planning process and “kick-off” meetings and ongoing project-related meetings, as needed.
Work closely with Solutions Team, the Senior Production Manager, and the client directly to understand the scope and requirements of each project.
Advise clients on best practices and agree on project processes and timelines.
Monitor and coordinate project processes (pre-and post-production plan, postmortems, resources, QA plan, risk mitigation plans, CAPAs etc.) and collaborate with the teams in charge of those different areas of expertise.
Align with Global Resource Management Team on the projects’ resourcing in order to ensure that projects are resourced, perform according to the project instructions, client expectations, the company's procedures and within target’s project margins.
Oversee the project schedule, making sure that all parties deliver according to project schedule and company’s standards.
Continuously manage and adapt the work plan and resources required in consultation and agreement with the client and the rest of global team.
Work with the company's stakeholders to determine workflow and best processes to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
Communication
Follow the development of the project daily through a quick and efficient communication with the client, receiving and following up on issues, changes in specifications, deadlines, or any other kind of related matters to the project.
Liaise with external vendors and internal resources involved in own projects, keeping a relationship tending to go beyond a simple supplier-customer relation with the aim of getting vendor's members involved and an important part of the whole creative localization process.
Keep a constant and open dialogue with the other PMs across accounts, building good working relationships with all the global team members.
Make independent decisions on work methods to be used on projects, while liaising with the global teams and Senior Production Managers and following established standards and procedures defined by the company and the clients.
Communicate regularly and professionally with clients, liaising with them to understand their goals and expectations and anticipating/addressing client needs and concerns to prevent issues.
Escalate and investigate with the Senior Production Managers and corresponding stakeholders any complaints or potential risks to the performance of a project according to KWS standards.
Proactively contribute to process and tool improvement initiatives at all levels (internal or client-facing, local or international).
Financial performance
Input financial data, both sales and purchases, in administration tool for tracking, invoicing, cost control and quoting purposes.
Manage internal/external costs, monitor profit margin on projects. Act when margins are below target, liaising with the Senior Production Managers and rest of the global teams to address it.
Manage projects finances, including the necessary pre-invoice checks, WIP/Accrual management, forecast and quote assessments in an efficient and timely manner.
Manage cost estimates with vendors, making sure they follow the internal procedures and best practices.
Ensure continued sustainability of the project in terms of budget, profitability, quality and client retention.
Ensure project data in the company's reports is accurate, updated, and complete.
Personal Development
Provide support to new members and work with the Senior Production Managers to prepare a training plan that will help achieve department objectives and goals, while covering all the necessary project needs. Take responsibility for personal learning and training needs escalating any possible training needs.
Experience either on videogames and/or localization sectors, be it on client or vendor side, with degree in Business, Audio, Translation, Computer Science or Games Development as an advantage.
Knowledge of production and/or CAT Tools is an advantage.
Good knowledge of PC and MS Office products is essential.
English and Korean verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to use good judgment to prioritize tasks.
Good organizational and analytical skills.
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a remote, fast-paced, complex global environment.
Able to manage sensitive and confidential information.
Must be motivated and a team player, be predisposed for personal learning and training and effectively apply business specific technology and methodologies.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a written test.
Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore
Area of Work: Localization
Service: Globalize
Employment Type: Full Time, 1-Year Contract (renewable based on business needs)
Working Pattern: Remote
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