[Remote] Literary Content Localization & Creative Writing Specialist

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TransPerfect is part of the world's largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business, and they are seeking a Literary Content Localization & Creative Writing Specialist. The role involves reviewing, adapting, and improving literary content for North American audiences, focusing on quality evaluation of novels, scripts, and other narrative materials.


Responsibilities

  • Adapt and localize literary content for North American readers
  • Review and improve plotlines, character development, dialogue, pacing, and narrative flow
  • Evaluate novels, scripts, and other literary content for quality and readability
  • Support novel-to-script adaptation and script review tasks
  • Perform content labeling and other quality evaluation activities
  • Provide thoughtful feedback to improve the overall reader experience
  • Complete assigned work within the required timeline while maintaining high quality standards

Skills

  • Have lived, studied, or worked in North America for an extended period
  • Strong understanding of North American language, culture, idioms, and writing conventions
  • Excellent written English skills with strong attention to detail
  • Experience in one or more of the following: Creative writing, Novel writing, Screenwriting, Online literature, Short dramas, Comics, Short-form video storytelling, Editorial or literary content creation
  • Ability to analyze and improve narrative structure and storytelling
  • Available to complete the assignment as soon as possible
  • Familiarity with overseas short-drama platforms
  • Experience with AI data labeling, content moderation, model evaluation, or prompt writing
  • Chinese language proficiency
  • Experience adapting or localizing content for different audiences
  • Background in publishing, editing, journalism, or related creative industries

Company Overview

  • TransPerfect is a language services company offering multilingual translation and interpreting solutions to multinational businesses. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.transperfect.com.

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