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21/01/09
First of all, if you have no experience with any of the following positions and you’re still interested go here. This guide is very thorough and even has stuff for you to practice on [These might also be your test to complete after applying depending on the position/time].
Applying
Use the form below with the position you would like to apply [as subject] for and please note down past experiences. [If possible, provide samples of past works]. We will provide you with a test to take depending on your position. Think of it as a very informal resume.
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Positions
Translator :: OPEN/CLOSED - J-E, C-E, K-E.
You don’t have to be fluent in either Japanese, Chinese, or Korean, but at least know the languages well enough to be able to translate either language into English. Your English doesn’t have to be -perfect-, just readable and understandable. We have proofreaders to take care of grammar and spelling issues.
Able send in at least one chapter every 1-3 weeks (unless having exams, etc). Dedicated and active.
Scanner/Raw provider :: OPEN/CLOSED
Scanners & Raw providers buy manga for our group, debind, scan, and send us the finished product to us.
High Quality is a must! Dedicated and active.
Editor :: OPEN/CLOSED
Editors basically clean the scans, fix the sound effects, and typeset. You must have some experience in the area of Photoshop [or a program similar to it] to be able to apply for this job. You will also be sent a test to see just how good you can work. See your weaknesses & positive points, and see what you need improvement in.
Able to send in at least one chapter every 2-3 weeks (unless having exams, etc). Dedicated and active.
Cleaner :: OPEN/CLOSED
Cleaners take the cleaning part of the editing position only. They clean the scans of text and if the SFX is small, that too. You must have some experience in the area of Photoshop [or a program similar to it] to be able to apply for this job. You will also be sent a test to see just how good you can work. See your weaknesses & positive points, and see what you need improvement in.
Able to send in at least one chapter every 1-2 weeks (unless having exams, etc). Dedicated and active.
Typesetter :: OPEN/CLOSED
Typesetters take the typesetting part of the editing position only. They insert translated text back where they go into the cleaned scans. Certain fonts are needed. You must have some experience in the area of Photoshop [or a program similar to it] to be able to apply for this job. You will also be sent a test to see just how good you can work. See your weaknesses & positive points, and see what you need improvement in.
Able to send in at least one chapter every 1-2 weeks (unless having exams, etc). Dedicated and active.
Proofreader :: OPEN/CLOSED
Proofreaders check the translations the translator made, and check for typos, grammar mistakes. Proofreaders check the translations the translator made, and check for typos, grammar mistakes, etc etc before it gets sent to the editors / typesetters. Proofreaders who have a basic understanding of the original Raw language are also useful. Not only can they make sure the English is correct, but they can also check the raws to make sure everything was translated correctly. [similar to QC - editors who don't want to edit a full chapter]. HOWEVER, that’s not all a proofreader does. Many people mistake proofreading as just “checking for typos and grammatical errors” when that’s not all there is to it. You gotta make sure the text flows smoothly, the story makes sense, check for run-on sentences, etc etc… By “flowing smoothly”, it means it actually DOES sound like something someone will say. So again, be familiar with slang. Some translators are not very familiar with english slang & all that, so proofers always have to be extra careful with their translations. Make them less-awkward than what they sound.
Able to send in the proofread script back in a few days after receiving (unless having exams, etc). Dedicated and active.
QCers :: OPEN/CLOSED
QC stands for Quality Checkers. They basically check the final draft of the scans and whatnot, and see if there is stuff that should be edited and whatnot before it’s released to the public. They require to be fluent in English, and have some editing expertise, and a good eye for catching mistakes. Also known as “editors of editors”.
Able to send in the finished chapter days after receiving (unless having exams, etc). Dedicated and active.
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