Manager, Localization Editing (English)

Get to Know The Pokémon Company International
The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.
Learn more online at Pokemon.com and on Facebook (facebook.com/pokemon), YouTube (youtube.com/pokemon), Twitter (twitter.com/pokemon), and Instagram (instagram.com/pokemon).
Get to Know the Role

• Job Summary: Provides leadership, direction, and oversight of a team of editors who review, proofread, edit, and rewrite media content copy.
• Job Title: Manager, Localization Editing (English)
• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
• People Manager: Yes

What You Will Do
In this role, you will collaborate with fellow managers of the English Video Game Localization Editing team and other stakeholders to facilitate the work of a group of editors, ensuring on-time deliveries, the highest quality standards, and well-informed, proactive team members. In addition to carrying out the responsibilities of an English editor, you will perform managerial duties such as project and people management, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, and other duties as assigned.

• Assist in recruiting and training additional staff
• Provide regular progress reports and updates to in-house management and stakeholders 
• Work closely with other English Video Game Localization Editing Managers to maintain quality standards by analyzing and resolving issues, developing and enhancing processes, and providing input regarding future requirements
• Make regular progress updates; discuss issues and schedules at manager level
• Coach staff by communicating job expectations, appraising task results, encouraging avenues of personal growth, and providing feedback for improvement
• Plan and evaluate team activities, including one-on-ones with your direct reports
• Promote a secure, safe, and accessible work environment
• Edit, proof, and review a variety of materials, such as templates, style guides, brand- and product-related text, press releases and other marketing materials, and more
• Substitute for other English Video Game Localization Editing Managers whenever necessary

What You Will Bring

• Excellent communication and project management skills, including skilled listening, notable levels of diplomacy, and the proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects
• Experience with MS Word and Excel; able to pick up new tools quickly
• Aptitude for teamwork, supported by experience working with a team of editors and localization professionals
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Knowledge of the Pokémon product line a strong plus; wide awareness of the field of video games and apps a plus
• Adaptive skills for working in an environment with tight deadlines and shifting schedules
• Leadership experience; 4+ years of video game editing experience, 1+ year of people and project management experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style

How You Will Be Successful
The successful candidate possesses excellent linguistic skills and a fundamental understanding of the team’s work. You will be forthright in offering technical guidance and practical methods of maintaining top quality results, dividing the workload according to your team members’ strengths and abilities. You will provide a receptive ear for individuals’ concerns, acting on them in a timely and responsive way. Ultimately, your focus on accountability and incremental improvement will guide you in effective communication with your manager, your team members, and departmental partners.
Integrity and Respect – Demonstrates integrity and respect by listening to others, seeking to understand a variety of perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.  
Building Relationships – Builds strong relationships and works co-operatively with others to solve problems and meet team goals. Acknowledges the contributions of others and gives honest, kind, and constructive feedback to other team members.  
Passion for Pokémon – Knowledgeable about the Pokémon brand, people, culture, and business. 
Dedicated to Quality – Monitors work for quality and accuracy, follows through on commitments and keeps others informed on progress. Uses a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others to continuously improve. 
Delighting Customers – Aware of customers’ interests and needs and listens carefully and makes sure customers feel heard and important. 
Challenging the Expected – Contributes to new approaches, methods, or technologies. Works proactively with others to produce innovative solutions to support the business and customers. Embraces the possibility of failure to risk something new, unique, and special.  
Leads Self – Holds oneself accountable to the core values and personal goals. Seeks new and challenging assignments to continuously learn and improve.  
What To Expect

• Generous paid family leave
• An employee first culture
• Commuter benefit
• Base salary range: For this role, new hires generally start between $109,000.00 - $129,200.00. Full Range: $109,000.00 - $163,000.00. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and experience uniquely.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you
• Fitness reimbursement
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching
• Comprehensive relocation package
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon
• UK/IRE Employees: Pension Employer Contributions
• Hybrid work environment
• Employer-paid life insurance
• LinkedIn learning

We offer a professional, fun, and creative work environment. While we maintain a good balance between work and life, additional hours may be required at peak times or for specific initiatives.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.