Web Novel Localization QA Editor

Team Description

The ​Localization ​Team ​at RIDI ​is dedicated to bringing ​Korean ​web novels ​to a global ​audience by ​adapting ​stories for ​readers ​around ​the world. Our ​work ​goes beyond simple ​translation; ​we ​strive to deliver ​a reading ​experience ​that feels ​just as ​natural ​and captivating in ​English as ​it does in the original language. Our editors and project managers work closely with one another to make this possible.

Job Description

• Review and finalize translated web novel content for publishing
• Train vendors and freelancers to meet quality standards
• Develop, update, and refine QA guidelines
• Manage external resources, including hiring freelancers, and overseeing the training and evaluation of freelancers and vendors
• Work with internal stakeholders to monitor project progress, quality standards, and any QA-related issues

**This is a 1-year contract position.**

Required Qualifications

• Native English speaker
• Excellent command of American English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Strong writing and editing skills with a solid grasp of narrative tone and flow
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to identify and resolve inaccuracies, inconsistencies, and issues with readability or tone in localized translations
• Intermediate proficiency in Korean (reading and speaking)
• Professional experience in proofreading or editing
• Strong communication skills for providing feedback and training to peers, vendors, and freelancers
• Valid visa status to work in Korea

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience localizing translated content
• Familiarity with English fiction writing and storytelling conventions
• Experience working with web novels or other serialized fiction
• Strong understanding of North American culture, as well as some familiarity with Korean cultural references and norms
• Experience using EPUB editors or creating EPUB files

Additional Information

Visa Requirements

• Foreign nationals: Please indicate the type and expiration date of your current work visa. (If you don't have a visa, please write "None.")
• Example: E7, D10, F4, F2, etc.

Documents to Be Submitted

• Please note that both a CV(resume) and a cover letter are required for submission.
• Resume and cover letter in English
• [Optional] Proof of Korean language ability, if available (e.g., TOPIK results)

Hiring Process

• Application Review → Assignment Evaluation → Interviews -> Compensation Discussion → Final Offer
• The interview process consists of 2–3 rounds, and detailed information will be provided depending on the position.
• Additional steps may be added or adjusted as needed during the hiring process.
• The overall hiring process typically takes 4–6 weeks. The timeline may be adjusted in coordination with the candidate, and we will provide separate updates if there are delays or changes.