Korean to Japanese Lyrics LQA Specialist

As a Korean to Japanese Lyrics LQA Specialist at Welocalize, your primary responsibilities include performing linguistic quality assessments of translated content, identifying and correcting errors, providing feedback to translators, and ensuring adherence to specific style guides. You'll also conduct detailed evaluations using CAT tools and manage your workload effectively to meet weekly targets.

To qualify for the Korean to Japanese Lyrics LQA Specialist role at Welocalize, candidates should hold a BS/BA in linguistics, translation, musicology, or related fields. Additionally, at least 2 years of professional experience in translation, copy-writing, or editing is required. A deep understanding of K-POP and J-POP, coupled with exceptional Korean and Japanese language skills, is crucial.

The role of a Korean to Japanese Lyrics LQA Specialist is vital to Welocalize's mission of facilitating global communication and cultural exchange. By ensuring that music lyrics are accurately translated and culturally adapted, you enable brands and artists to engage more effectively with their international audiences, enriching the global music landscape.

Success in the role of Korean to Japanese Lyrics LQA Specialist at Welocalize requires a blend of linguistic proficiency, attention to detail, and a passion for music. Essential skills include linguistic quality assessment, familiarity with CAT tools, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of various music genres to create authentic translations.

The salary for a Korean to Japanese Lyrics LQA Specialist at Welocalize is competitive, ranging from $25 to $25 per hour. This pay reflects your expertise and contribution as you help bridge the language gap in the music industry.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of your previous work in music translation, detailing the styles you’ve worked on and your approach to adapting lyrics while maintaining their emotional integrity.

Discuss your familiarity with style guides and glossaries, as well as your process for referencing these documents during translation to maintain consistency across projects.

Be prepared to share your experience with various CAT tools, as well as any other software or methodologies you employ to review and enhance translations effectively.

Highlight your communication skills and willingness to collaborate. Explain how you would approach addressing conflicting feedback, advocating for a solution that maintains the integrity of the translation while being responsive to others' insights.

Discuss what you find captivating about the themes and cultural significance of K-POP and J-POP lyrics. Convey your enthusiasm for how these genres express emotion and culture, which can enrich your translations.

Mention any resources such as music blogs, social media, fan sites, or playlists that you follow. This demonstrates your dedication to staying informed about these vibrant music scenes, which is crucial for accurate translations.

Share a specific case where your keen eye for detail helped enhance a translation's accuracy, outlining the steps you took to address the error and the outcome that resulted from your feedback.

Discuss your time management strategies, such as prioritizing tasks, breaking projects into manageable parts, and maintaining consistent communication with your team to ensure timely deliverables.

Be honest about the challenges you face, such as colloquialisms or cultural references, and explain your methods for overcoming these challenges, whether it’s research, discussing with peers, or using specific resources.

Express your admiration for Welocalize as a transformation partner in the industry, and how its innovative approach aligns with your professional goals. Share your passion for music and language and why this position excites you.