Adaptation Writer

Pocket FM


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Remote, Remote
Contract type: Full time
Remote

We are seeking a talented and creative Adaptation Writer to join our team and help bring captivating stories from all over the world to Western audiences. As an Adaptation Writer, you will play a crucial role in transforming translated Webtoons and manga into engaging and culturally relevant content for our US audience.


Responsibilities:

AI-Assisted Adaptation- Utilize our advanced AI tool to adapt and localize dialogues, text, and characters from translated East Asian Webtoons and manga.


Fine-Tuning and Quality Control- Meticulously review and refine AI-generated content to

ensure accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and consistency with the original source material and target audience.


Cultural Nuance- Maintain a deep understanding of both Eastern and Western cultures to

bridge the gap and deliver culturally appropriate adaptations.


Character Development- Adapt characters to resonate with Western audiences while preserving

their core personalities and motivations.


Collaboration- Work closely with lettering teams to ensure seamless integration of localized

dialogues into the comic panels.


Quality Assurance- Conduct rigorous quality checks to identify and rectify any errors or inconsistencies in the adapted content.


Deadline Adherence- Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines and maintain a high level of productivity.



Requirements:

Language Proficiency- Strong command of the English language, particularly US dialects.


Cultural Understanding- A deep understanding of both Eastern and Western cultures, including

social norms, humor, and references.


Adaptation Skills- Proven ability to adapt and localize content while preserving the original intent and tone.


Attention to Detail- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency.


Creativity- A creative mindset to develop engaging and innovative adaptations.


Problem-Solving- Strong problem-solving skills to overcome challenges and find creative solutions.



Preferred Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s/ Master’s Degree in English Literature


● Keen interest and understanding of elements of comics such as dialogue bubble placement, sfx,

text flow, etc.


● Adequate familiarity with mainstream US-based comics


● A fair understanding of American pop culture in general, including their idioms, interpersonal

relationships, linguistic nuances, racial and religious sentiments, etc.


● Use of AI and prompt-building in the creative process.


● A passion for manga and anime.



If you're a skilled writer with a passion for adaptation and storytelling, we’d love to hear from you.

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