Interpreter at Ogilvy Japan

Tokyo, , Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpreting, Translating, Simultaneous Interpreting, Written Translations, Advertising Experience, Multitasking, Collaboration, Curiosity, Proactivity, Listening, Adaptability, Supportive, Solution Focused, Positive Attitude, Enthusiasm, Drive to Succeed

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

Job Overview We’re looking for a JP/EN interpreter/ translator to support our advertising agency business. Interpreting involves simultaneous interpreting in internal meetings and client meetings while translations involve written translations of proposals for internal review and for the clients. Key Accountability Day to day interpretations JP/EN and EN/JP for casual and formal meetings or any form of written documentation Core Skills / Experience At least 3-5 years experience as a JP/EN interpreter / translator in a multi-national company. The 3-5 years could also include time spent studying at an interpreting school. Advertising agency experience would be a great plus. Interpreting would mainly be simultaneous interpreting online and offline at VOJ or client offices. Depending on the environment, interpretations could become consecutive. Translations would involve written translations for proposal decks mainly for the meetings you will be interpreting for. These decks would involve creative ideas for all media, including digital and social platforms. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment working to tight deadlines with the ability to multitask Personal attributes Collaborative team player, open minded, transparent and non-political Relentlessly curious about people, technology, brands, design and business Self-starting, proactive and prepared to put in the hard yards to deliver excellent creative output Strong ability to listen, learn and adapt Energised by supporting our team and clients; solution and results focused Positive, enthusiastic, unflappable • Strong motivation and drive to succeed About Us VML & Ogilvy Japan GK was established in April 2019 as a partnership between Geometry Global and The Ogilvy Group to enhance our offering to brands in Japan in support of their business ambitions and marketing objectives. We believe in the power of creativity to drive meaningful change that delivers positive business outcomes. Now more than ever the ability for an agency to flex and adapt to clients changing needs is vital in the application of communications, brand experience, commerce and technology. Our blend of global and local expertise and marketing capability is designed to meet the challenges of today while setting our clients up for success from tomorrow and beyond. VML & Ogilvy Japan GK is a WPP company (NASDAQ: WWPGY). VML & Ogilvy Japan GK embraces and celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are a worldwide creative agency that represents global clients. The more inclusive we are, the more brilliant work we can create together.

Responsibilities

The interpreter will provide day-to-day interpretations between Japanese and English for various meetings and written documentation. They will also translate proposals for internal review and client meetings, focusing on creative ideas across media platforms.