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Name of position: Subject Matter Expert (SME)
One of the below native languages required:
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese
Type of position: Internal or Freelance
Reports to: Alpha CRC Project Management team

Position purpose:
This position will provide final technical review for Magic: The Gathering （MTG）. The ideal candidate will provide the final review (and occasionally translation) for specific technical content related to MTG. The successful candidate will work closely and directly with Alpha CRC, WOTC’s localization partner. The candidate will work as a resource within Alpha CRCs localization team, and will be in charge of the final review stage of localization projects, closely working with Alpha’s Language Leads. The main purpose of the position is to review translations, ensuring technical content (game rules & mechanics) as well as card titles and related MTG terminology are adapted in accordance with glossaries and legacy content. Position requires completion of projects and work assignments on time and in highest quality.

Key relationships:
External: Fellow SMEs
Internal: Alpha CRC Project Management team, Alpha Language Leads (translators/reviewers)

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities
? Final review of projects assigned through SDL WorldServer, following workflow set in place
? Ensure no critical errors related to game rules, mechanics, card titles/legacy content and/or MTG terminology are present in final localized assets
? Provide support and feedback to the adaptation team and fellow SMEs
? Participate in identifying solutions and opportunities for localization improvement within the language team
? In-context review/QA checks including OP kits, Flyers, Posters, Videos etc.
? Report issues found in localization in a clear, concise and professional manner, following set up procedures and/or bug tracking tools (Spira)
? Occasionally adapt content from English into the target language (main task: review)
? Deliver review of projects within set deadlines, raising scheduling conflicts in a timely manner
? In charge of final update of online TM, working closely with Language Leads
? Ensure consistency related to MTG terminology and legacy content at all times

Qualifications

Education & Training:
? Required: Passing Rules Advisor Exam
? Highly desired: Degree in Translation or similar experience
? Highly desired: Solid understanding of CAT tools, especially SDL World Server & Trados Studio

Prior related experience:
? Required: Expert-level knowledge of TGC Magic: The Gathering
? Required: Good understanding of the MTG Brand & Product Knowledge
? Required: Superior level of native language
? Required: Superior level of English, both in understanding and speaking
? Required: Knowledge of the Games industry
? Required: Actively playing and strong affinity with collectible card game Magic: The Gathering
? Required: Must have clear understanding of importance of protecting Intellectual property (NDA to be signed) and related responsibilities
? Highly desired: Understands MTG gaming community and key gaming trends
? Highly desired: Experience working with glossaries, particularly related to Trade Card Game (TGC) approved terminology

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, other:
? In touch with latest trends when it comes to local language in country of origin
? Great attention to detail
? Used to effectively prioritize projects/managing workload
? Availability to respond to emails within 24 hours and deliver within set deadlines
? Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
? Ability to collaboratively work in a (remote) team environment
? Professional attitude, good communication skills

Time Expected to Reach Full Performance Level in Position:
This person is expected to be effective within one month at reviewing localization project tasks and fully effective on all localization responsibilities within three months.

Physical Requirements:
Secure (personal) office environment required to protect Intellectual Property.

Applications (including resume + relevant MTG background)

Notice: Applicants that do not meet the required criteria for this position will not be contacted.

Alpha CRC has become one of the world's most successful globalization companies over the past 26 years. We are passionate about our role in Globalization (GL10n), Localization and Translation.

Over this period, Alpha CRC has developed a complete, in-house AGILE GL10n service solution for clients worldwide.With a commitment to continuous development, we continue to enhance our global 'end-to-end' solution, producing multi-million word globalization projects and offering specialist services for world-class companies.