Japanese Translation Editor – Part-time, Contract

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. Review AI-generated Japanese translations against English source content .

Posted 10/9/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in English-to-Japanese translation and editing, ensuring clarity and adherence to style guides while managing content quality independently. Proficient in using online content platforms like Codio for editing and feedback.

Highest-signal resume keywords

English-To-Japanese TranslationJapanese EditingCodio ProficiencyStyle Guide ApplicationWritten Communication

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Hard Skills

TranslationEditingRewritingTerminology ResearchContent Quality Assurance

Soft Skills

Independent WorkCommunicationCritical Review

Tools & Technologies

Codio

Industry Keywords

Japanese Style GuidesAI-Generated Translation ReviewAudience Needs AdaptationTechnical Meaning Preservation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review AI-generated Japanese translations against English source content
Correct errors, omissions, unnatural phrasing, and inconsistent terminology
Restructure sentences and passages for clarity and suitability for Japanese learners
Preserve technical meaning, learning objectives, assignment requirements, quiz meaning, answer options, and feedback
Edit and check lessons and assessments directly in Codio while preserving formatting and structure
Apply and update Japanese style guides and glossaries in consultation with the team
Flag unclear or ambiguous English source content and consult subject matter experts on technical meaning and terminology
Provide concise feedback on recurring translation issues
Manage assigned work independently, communicate progress and questions, and meet agreed deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional experience in English-to-Japanese translation and substantive Japanese editing, including rewriting for clarity, flow, and audience needs
Excellent written Japanese and strong English reading comprehension
Ability to recognize differences in English and Japanese writing conventions
Ability to explain editorial decisions and preserve source meaning while adapting structure and phrasing
Experience applying style guides and glossaries, researching terminology, and identifying issues requiring clarification
Ability to critically review AI-generated translations and take responsibility for final Japanese content quality
Ability to learn Codio and work directly in an online content platform
Ability to work remotely and independently for approximately 10–15 hours per week, with reliable written communication
Resume and examples of English-to-Japanese editorial adaptation required for application
English source and Japanese before-and-after versions should be included where permitted, with confidential information removed or permission to share confirmed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Codio training provided
Remote work arrangement
Part-time contractor schedule of approximately 10–15 hours per week
Optional opportunity to collaborate on evaluating translation tools and improving an AI-supported translation workflow
Equal opportunity and non-discrimination commitment
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the hiring process