Dub Script Adaptation Writer (Full-Time)

Company DescriptionThe Brightskull Entertainment Group is a voice-over production company specializing in creating incredible voice-over performances exclusively for video games. We have developed a highly systematized approach to our pipeline and pride ourselves on quality and efficiency. We have excellent clients who have trusted us to work on phenomenal projects including hits like: Marvel Rivals, Bugsnax, Harry Potter Magic Awakened, High on Life, and Alone in the Dark. We are seeking a talented Dub Script Adaptation Writer to join our creative team.If you are the person who gets disproportionately upset by bad VO or sloppy dubbing, this is the perfect position for you.Role DescriptionWe are looking for a full-time Dub Script Adaptation Writer who eats sleeps and breathes dialogue. You will be taking pre-translated scripts (primarily from Mandarin Chinese) and turning them into English dialogue that fits the genre, feels natural, character-driven, and ready to perform.You'll also take on script supervision responsibilities - keeping scripts clean, consistent, and production-ready for recording sessions and client delivery. That side of the job is structured and teachable, strong writing instincts are not.Key ResponsibilitiesWriting (Primary Focus)Adapt translated scripts into natural, expressive American English dialogueHit lipflap/timing constraints without sacrificing natural flowMaintain tone, character voice, and genre authenticity across large volumes of contentRevise quickly and thoughtfully based on direction and feedbackScript SupervisionKeep track of continuity, naming, and terminologyIngest deliverables into and maintain Excel-based scripts (line IDs, timing, notes)Prep and export Word scripts/PDFs for sessionsReview recording sessions and track changes made in-session/flag mistakesTrack pickups and implement revisions accuratelyWhat We're Looking ForYou must write excellent dialogue. That's the most important thing.Professional experience writing or adapting dialogue for video gamesA strong ear for how lines sound out loud, not just how they read on the pageUnderstanding of lip-sync/lipflap constraintsComfortable working in Excel with intermediate level understanding of formulasYou must play video gamesFamiliarity with Mandarin Chinese is a huge plusFamiliarity with C-Dramas and Chinese Culture (modern & historic) is a huge plusWhy Join Us?Be part of a small tight-knit team that values craftsmanship, creativity, and collaboration.Work on exciting high-profile projects that push the boundaries of performance in gaming. Additional InfoFull-time, on-site in Reseda, CA. Remote applicants will not be consideredFinalists will complete a short writing test (max 2 hours)