Japanese Translator

Japanese Translator

Location Dallas, Texas 75261 Date Posted November 05, 2026 Job ID 15961 Employment Type Contract Pay rate $28/hour

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Japanese Translator for an established and highly respected organization specializing in collectibles, entertainment memorabilia, and auction services. This exciting opportunity is based onsite in Dallas, TX, and is ideal for a bilingual professional who enjoys working with unique entertainment collectibles while utilizing their Japanese and English language skills.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Japanese Translator will play an important role in supporting the accurate translation and cataloging of entertainment memorabilia for an established auction organization. This position will focus on translating written descriptions and related information from English into Japanese, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency across catalog records. The ideal candidate is fluent in reading and writing both Japanese and English, possesses strong typing skills, and enjoys detail-oriented administrative work in a unique and engaging environment.

PERKS:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $28.00 per hour in a specialized bilingual position.

• Unique Industry Exposure: Work with fascinating entertainment memorabilia, collectibles, and auction-related materials.

• Consistent Schedule: Enjoy a predictable Monday-Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Utilize Your Language Skills: Put your bilingual Japanese and English abilities to work in a professional and engaging environment.

• Collaborative Workplace: Join a welcoming team that values accuracy, attention to detail, diverse perspectives, and individual contributions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Translate entertainment memorabilia descriptions, catalog information, and related written materials from English into Japanese.

• Accurately type Japanese translations into designated cataloging systems or documents.

• Ensure translations preserve the original meaning, context, and important details of each item.

• Organize and maintain accurate catalog records to support auction and inventory documentation.

• Review completed translations for spelling, grammar, consistency, and overall quality.

• Collaborate with internal team members to clarify information and complete assigned translation projects efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fluency in Japanese and English is required, including strong reading and writing proficiency in both languages.

• Strong typing and data entry skills, with the ability to accurately enter Japanese characters and written translations.

• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and maintain accuracy while processing multiple catalog entries.

• Comfortable using computers and learning new cataloging or administrative systems; prior translation, cataloging, or administrative experience is a plus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This temporary opportunity offers $28.00 per hour, equivalent to approximately $1,120 per week based on a 40-hour workweek. The position is scheduled onsite in Dallas, TX, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an anticipated start date during the week of November 9, 2026 or ASAP.

Eligible temporary employees may have access to benefits offered through Scion Staffing, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements. Additional assignment details will be discussed during the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.