Job Description:
AUTOMATON WEST, operated by Active Gaming Media, Inc. in Osaka, Japan, focuses on Japanese pop culture, including video games and anime. As the English counterpart to its successful Japan-based site, AUTOMATON WEST aims to provide in-depth information on Japanese games and anime. Although still in the experimental phase, the site has been well-received by readers.
We are seeking editing staff to help build and grow AUTOMATON WEST. Responsibilities include pursuing content for news items, writing news articles in English, and editing manuscripts. While overseas applicants are welcome, those willing to relocate to Japan are preferred, with support provided for obtaining a work visa.
Ideal candidates are native or native-level English speakers who can write quickly and easily. The ability to read and understand Japanese articles is also desirable. We are looking for individuals passionate about Japanese culture, games, and anime, who wish to share this passion with the English-speaking world.
Place of work:
Osaka, Japan
Salary:
¥230,000 ~ ¥300,000 per month (Overtime paid separately)
Requirements (listed in order of importance):
・Proofreading/editing skills
・Ability to search for article content
・A person who loves video games and anime
・Cooperation with other staff
・Japanese conversational skills preferrable
Benefits
・Holidays: Saturdays and Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New Year’s holidays
・Paid leave provided as required by law
・Summer vacation available (subject to change)
・Celebration or condolence leave available
・Transportation expenses: Fully paid (up to the cost of one month’s commuter pass)
・Social insurance provided
・VISA support: Support is available for new Visa applications, applications for change of status of residence and applications for extension of period of stay.
Application:
If you meet the above requirements and are interested, please submit your resume to info@izanau.com