About this role
About the Role We are seeking a contractor, English-language Digital Content Editor to join S&P Global Ratings’ Tokyo team. The role focuses on editing and post-editing machine translations to clearly tell credit stories, with attention to headlines and concise language, and requires reading Japanese source material (JLPT N2).
What You'll Do
- Ensure error-free English-language articles under tight deadlines that comply with regulatory standards.
- Post-edit machine translations while checking against Japanese source material.
- Communicate effectively with local and overseas colleagues.
- Edit and create graphics using standard graphics software tools (e.g., Excel, Visio, Plotly, and Illustrator).
- Ensure articles conform to global publishing standards in terms of format, style, and branding specifications.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in digital journalism, communications, economics, or a related discipline.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (native level).
- Proven reading skills in Japanese (minimum JLPT N2).
- Good interpersonal and decision-making skills.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced and pressured environment.
- Sound knowledge of terminology and concepts used in financial markets.
- Proven interest in developing digital, desktop publishing, and data visualization skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio) and Adobe Illustrator.
Compensation & Benefits
- Benefits include Health & Wellness coverage designed for the mind and body, Flexible downtime: generous time off.
- Note: Salary not disclosed.