[WEBTOON] Localization Project Coordinator

Job Description

As the global leader and pioneer of the mobile webcomic format, WEBTOON has revolutionized the comics industry for comic fans and creators. Today, a diverse new generation of international comic artists have found a home on WEBTOON, where the company’s storytelling technology allows anyone to become a creator and build a global audience for their stories.

With a massive catalog of incredible digital comics from rising stars on WEBTOON CANVAS platform, and a growing roster of superstar WEBTOON Originals creators, there’s something for every type of comic fan on WEBTOON. With an average of 89+ million monthly active users, and WEBTOON adaptations on Netflix, HBO Max, and other screens around the world, WEBTOON’s passionate fandoms are the new face of pop culture. The company has worked with DC Comics, Marvel Entertainment, HYBE, and many more of the world’s biggest entertainment brands.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage assignment of content to vendors, freelance linguists and copyeditors across multiple time zones
• Oversee the life-cycle of a project from initial translation to final copy-edit
• Identify issues and solutions to optimize the localization workflow
• Ensure delivery of quality content by the deadline
• Perform final quality assurance of WEBTOON series
• Identify inconsistencies and contextual errors in the writing
• Work with copyeditors on promotional copy for various series

What we’re looking for

• You love reading WEBTOON series in both English and Korean
• You have written and spoken fluency in both English and Korean with an excellent grasp on the nuances of both languages
• You have extreme attention to detail and accuracy
• 2+ years’ experience in localization management, copyediting, or Korean > English translation
• Working knowledge of localization tools and building and maintaining linguistic assets
• DTP skills are a plus
• Ability to work proactively and independently in a demanding environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Language Studies, Localization Management, Translation or related field preferred

WEBTOON is owned by South Korea’s internet conglomerate Naver. In 2021, Naver acquired webnovel app Wattpad. The move aligned WEBTOON, the world’s largest digital comics platform, with Wattpad, the world’s leading webnovel platform. Together, these storytelling technology platforms reach a combined audience of 166 million people around the world.

Join us and work with some of the biggest artists, IP, and fandoms in comics!