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Bilingual Project Manager - Events (Japanese/English)Bellevue, Washington, United States
Bilingual Project Manager - Events (Japanese/English)Bellevue, Washington, United StatesThe Pokmon Company International • Bellevue, WA, US
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Bilingual Project Manager - Events (Japanese / English)Bellevue, Washington, United States

Bilingual Project Manager - Events (Japanese / English)Bellevue, Washington, United States

The Pokmon Company International • Bellevue, WA, US
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Bilingual Project Manager - Events (Japanese / English)

The Pokmon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokmon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokmon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokmon website. Pokmon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Job Title : Bilingual Project Manager - Events

Support and closely work with the Premier Events department to enable event content opportunities by communicating and negotiating with partners and counterparts in Asia, and provide on-site support and interpretation / translation services as needed for our guests at events.

What You'll Do

  • Communicate with partners and counterparts in Asia on behalf of the Premier Events department to support the department's initiatives and planning.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of complex relationships and dynamics between TPCi and partner companies to enable clear communications in multilingual / cross-cultural environments.
  • Translate emails, documents, pitch decks, and reports.
  • Interpretate business meetings that often contain specialized terminology related to video games, trading card games, and event logistics and operations.
  • Be on-site during events to directly provide support and interpretation / translation services for our guests as needed or manage and direct vendors to provide that support.
  • Review and maintain localization of guidelines, rules, and regulations of gaming tournaments.
  • Support the Manager in compiling post-event reports.
  • Work with multiple internal departments and stakeholders to answer any questions our partners and counterparts may have.
  • Handle negotiation and execute contracts with talents / speakers for event content and work with stakeholders to finalize details as needed.
  • Develop a deep understanding of Pokmon games and communities.

What You'll Bring

  • At least 5 years of experience in professional translation and interpretation between Japanese and English.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 2+ years of experience in the event / entertainment / gaming / esports industry is preferred.
  • Talent and / or executive management experience.
  • Skilled at high-level negotiation in both Japanese and English.
  • Ability to navigate complex cross-cultural communications with a thorough understanding of both American and Japanese cultures.
  • A solid understanding of Japanese business culture, structure, and manners.
  • Ability to translate and interpret without supervision.
  • Native-level Japanese language proficiency.
  • Fluency in Japanese honorific speech.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Japanese and English.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft tools. (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Ability to work under pressure and under challenging timelines.
  • Ability to proactively manage multiple assigned projects simultaneously and with minimal supervision.
  • Team player with the ability to work with various groups across multiple organizations.
  • Ability to learn new tools, processes, and relationships quickly.
  • Base Salary Range :

    For this role, new hires generally start between $105,000 - $124,450 per year. The full range is $105,000 - $157,000 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate's qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

    How You'll Be Successful

  • Passion for Pokmon : Develops an understanding of the Pokmon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
  • Challenging the Expected : Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
  • Integrity and Respect : Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
  • Dedicated to Quality : Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
  • Building Relationships : Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a "team first" mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
  • Delighting Customers : Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokmon experience.
  • What To Expect

  • An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
  • Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokmon.
  • Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
  • Generous paid family leave.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
  • US Employees : 401k Employer Matching.
  • UK / IRE / MX Employees : Pension Employer Contributions.
  • Fitness reimbursement.
  • Commuter benefit.
  • LinkedIn learning.
  • Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
  • Hybrid work environment.
  • The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

    The Pokmon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.

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