Language Specialist - French (12-Month Contract), Prime Video Japan
contract•Tokyo
About this role
Come build the future of entertainment with us. Are you interested in shaping the future of movies and television? Do you want to define the next generation of how and what Amazon customers are watching?
Prime Video is a premium streaming service that offers customers a vast collection of TV shows and movies - all with the ease of finding what they love to watch in one place.
We are seeking a skilled Language Specialist to join our team in the Tokyo Office on a 12-month contract basis, with a focus on the French language. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing language assets' logic and coherence, grammar and punctuation, spelling, consistency, style, language usage, and formatting, improving customer streaming experience with Amazon language solutions. Tasks may include proofreading and editing subtitles, metadata, and a variety of other written communications.
IMPORTANT: This is not a remote position, you are required to work on site. Open to French applicants expected to work from the Tokyo Office.
Key job responsibilities
- Support the implementation of language-related processes to ensure consistency and quality of French language services
- Collaborate with team members to understand language requirements and deliver quality results
- Stay current with best practices in language services, particularly related to the streaming and entertainment industry
- Contribute to the improvement of language processes and workflows
- Share knowledge and support other team members on French language-related matters Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
- Native level proficiency in French and fluency in English
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with moderate guidance Preferred Qualifications: - Experience providing French Linguistic Quality Assurance services, including translation or linguistic support
- Translation or proofreading experience in various formats, including documents and timed texts
- Interest in the media and entertainment industry, particularly streaming services
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Prime Video is a premium streaming service that offers customers a vast collection of TV shows and movies - all with the ease of finding what they love to watch in one place.
We are seeking a skilled Language Specialist to join our team in the Tokyo Office on a 12-month contract basis, with a focus on the French language. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing language assets' logic and coherence, grammar and punctuation, spelling, consistency, style, language usage, and formatting, improving customer streaming experience with Amazon language solutions. Tasks may include proofreading and editing subtitles, metadata, and a variety of other written communications.
IMPORTANT: This is not a remote position, you are required to work on site. Open to French applicants expected to work from the Tokyo Office.
Key job responsibilities
- Support the implementation of language-related processes to ensure consistency and quality of French language services
- Collaborate with team members to understand language requirements and deliver quality results
- Stay current with best practices in language services, particularly related to the streaming and entertainment industry
- Contribute to the improvement of language processes and workflows
- Share knowledge and support other team members on French language-related matters Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
- Native level proficiency in French and fluency in English
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with moderate guidance Preferred Qualifications: - Experience providing French Linguistic Quality Assurance services, including translation or linguistic support
- Translation or proofreading experience in various formats, including documents and timed texts
- Interest in the media and entertainment industry, particularly streaming services
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Other facts
Tech stack
Language Proficiency,Proofreading,Editing,Collaboration,Quality Assurance,Analytical Skills,Problem-Solving,Microsoft Office,French Language,English Language,Linguistic Support,Streaming Services,Media Industry,Grammar,Punctuation,Formatting
About Amazon
Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. We are driven by the excitement of building technologies, inventing products, and providing services that change lives. We embrace new ways of doing things, make decisions quickly, and are not afraid to fail. We have the scope and capabilities of a large company, and the spirit and heart of a small one.
Together, Amazonians research and develop new technologies from Amazon Web Services to Alexa on behalf of our customers: shoppers, sellers, content creators, and developers around the world.
Our mission is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our actions, goals, projects, programs, and inventions begin and end with the customer top of mind.
You'll also hear us say that at Amazon, it's always "Day 1." What do we mean? That our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon's very first day - to make smart, fast decisions, stay nimble, invent, and focus on delighting our customers.
Team size: 10,001+ employees
Website: https://www.aboutamazon.com/
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Industry: Software Development
What you'll do
- The Language Specialist will support the implementation of language-related processes to ensure consistency and quality of French language services. Responsibilities include proofreading and editing subtitles, metadata, and other written communications to improve the customer streaming experience.
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As a Language Specialist - French (12-Month Contract), Prime Video Japan at Amazon, you will: the Language Specialist will support the implementation of language-related processes to ensure consistency and quality of French language services. Responsibilities include proofreading and editing subtitles, metadata, and other written communications to improve the customer streaming experience..
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