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Associate Manager, Content Localization

2KTokyo, Chiyoda, Japan · Posted 7 days ago
Full-time
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Who We Are

At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment, including NBA® 2K, one of the top-selling franchises in the world, and legendary titles like BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®, and XCOM®, as well as fan favorites WWE® 2K, TopSpin®, and PGA TOUR® 2K. We build unforgettable experiences by pushing the boundaries of creativity, authenticity and innovation across every genre.

Our portfolio is brought to life by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab create world-class experiences across platforms.

But what truly powers 2K is our people.

We believe the best ideas come from teams that feel empowered, supported, and inspired. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where people are encouraged to come as they are and do their best work.

What We Need

As part of 2K’s Global Loc 2.0 strategy, the Content Localization (CLOC) team is scaling its leadership capabilities to ensure consistent, high-quality language execution across all titles and content types. We are seeking an Assistant Manager, Content Localization to provide day-to-day oversight of language teams, support operational planning, and guide the execution of localization content workflows in alignment with 2K’s linguistic standards.

This role is ideal for someone with deep language expertise and growing leadership experience, ready to take on people management responsibilities while continuing to support execution and operational coordination.

As an Assistant Manager in the Content Localization team, you’ll help lead the daily language execution that shapes how 2K’s stories are told and experienced worldwide. You’ll support the growth of talented linguists, strengthen team operations, and help ensure that our content hits the right tone, every time, in every region.

What You’ll Do

● Manage a small team of Language Leads, Linguistic Specialists, or reviewers, ensuring alignment with project timelines, quality standards, and content consistency

● Coordinate daily language production across text, UI, VO scripts, and marketing copy, partnering closely with Localization Producers and content teams

● Support issue resolution and escalation around terminology, tone, style, and cultural appropriateness, conferring with more senior CLOC leadership on complex matters

● Track delivery progress, bug triage loops, and localization review milestones, ensuring clear documentation and prioritization

● Ensure team members have the tools, guidance, and context needed to execute effectively

● Provide performance input and mentorship for direct reports, supporting training, onboarding, and development conversations

● Collaborate with cross-functional partners (LQA, VO, Marketing Loc) to ensure consistent content flow and terminology alignment

● Recommend modest process improvements to improve consistency, task clarity, and cross-team efficiency

● Participate in hiring and onboarding activities for new linguistic contributors

● Ensure shared content resources (style guides, glossaries, reference documentation) are maintained and communicated effectively

● Represent your language teams in planning meetings, sprint reviews, or milestone retrospectives as needed

What Will Make You A Great Fit

● Experience in content localization or linguistics, ideally in games, media, or entertainment

● Strong understanding of language quality principles, including tone-of-voice, transcreation, and cultural nuance

● Familiarity with localization tools such as CAT platforms, terminology management systems, Jira, Confluence, and CMS tools

● Proven ability to manage schedules, track tasks, and support language execution across multiple workstreams

● Prior experience mentoring or guiding peers, or managing small teams

● Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

● Fluent in English; fluency in at least one supported language is strongly preferred

● Bachelor's degree in linguistics, translation, localization, or a related field preferred

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.
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