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About Nexon

Nexon America is a branch of Nexon Co., Ltd., a global video game publisher and leading developer of online virtual worlds for PCs, consoles, and mobile devices. Nexon offers celebrated franchises like MapleStory and Mabinogi, enjoyed by millions for over two decades. Since establishing our North American branch in 2006, we focus on delivering these games to Western players using a player-first approach, supported by our team's expertise in free-to-play games and live support.

We are committed to open communication, diversity, mutual respect, and collaboration, fostering a supportive environment for career growth. Nexon America offers flexible hours, a hybrid work model, and perks like food trucks, happy hours, and team events. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years.

We are seeking passionate individuals eager to learn, play, and grow with us. Are you ready for a new challenge?

Summary of Position

The Localization Copy Editor is responsible for writing and editing in-game text and voiceover scripts across all Nexon games. They assist in establishing style rules, update localization process documents, and monitor the progress of copy editing tasks, communicating with the project manager as needed. This role involves working in a hybrid model, with in-office presence 2-3 days a week.

Job Responsibilities

1. Write and edit in-game text and voiceover scripts; assist in defining style rules.
2. Create and update localization documents such as style guides, NPC documents, story bibles, process guides, proper noun pages, Qu2019s docs, QA notes, etc.
3. Guide style direction by initiating discussions with the project manager and copy editing lead.
4. Manage copy editing tasks for assigned games, monitor progress, allocate work, and communicate issues to the project manager.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Experience

• At least 2 years of game-related work experience.
• At least 3 years of professional writing experience.

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in English preferred.
• Creative writing background preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent grammar and copy-editing skills.
• Familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style (CMoS).
• Ability to adapt to specific voices and styles while faithfully conveying source material.
• Interest in anime-style character-collecting mobile games.
• Strong multitasking, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with stakeholders with varying priorities.
• Constructive feedback skills.
• Previous game localization experience and familiarity with editing game strings, QA testing, and text tools are pluses.
• Experience editing voiceover scripts and attending voiceover sessions is a plus.

Benefits and Perks

We offer comprehensive health plans, employer contributions to HSAs, life and disability benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, pet insurance, wellness credits, yoga, language classes, catered lunches, happy hours, a snack bar, paid time off, sick days, holidays, and a year-end break.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Nexon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Compensation

The hourly salary range in El Segundo, CA is $27.00 - $31.00. Compensation is determined based on qualifications, skills, experience, education, and location. This range reflects base pay; additional bonuses or incentives may apply.