Blog Content Localization Work – Now Hiring! – ZenMarket.jp

We are currently looking for one or more people capable of using Google Translate or DeepL to localize blogs written by ZenMarket for an English audience, and format accordingly in HTML.

The main theme will obviously be Japan and its culture, but also about how ZenMarket can connect all its products and shops to users around the world.

We aim to produce content that will be aimed at all people who have an interest in Japan and its products in any way that is useful to readers interested in niche topics related to Japanese products.

Note that for this role, we are not looking to write articles from scratch, but rather translate existing articles written for other versions of ZenMarket, that are also relevant for an English-speaking audience, such as tutorial articles or store introductions to help people discover Japanese culture through its products.

Ideally, we would like native English speakers who are interested in Japanese culture, and already have some experience in using HTML for formatting blog articles.

Our favorite themes and topics include:

• Collectibles (trading cards game, Beyblade, etc.)
• Video games (retro and/or modern)
• Pop culture (manga, series, anime, movies, etc.)
• Fashion (Kimono, yukata, Uniqlo, etc.)
• Cosplay related
• Food and sweets
• Watches (Casio, G-shock, Seiko, etc.)
• Consumer goods (high-tech products, cameras, kitchen appliances, etc.)
• Sports and martial arts
• Cosmetics and make-up (SKII, Shiseido, etc.)
• Music, fishing gear, gadgets, and so on!

We would like to find authors and editors who we can work with on a medium-long term and who could write several paid articles for us.

Here is our site for more information:

Step 1: We order the translation of specific, already existing articles from other language versions of the ZenMarket website – you do not need to be bilingual to do this! Simply copy the text into a translation tool such as DeepL or Google Translate, then polish it up to match the tone of other English articles. These articles cover many of the topics mentioned above.

We will then provide you with a general style guideline and code snippet templates for inserting videos, indexes, internal links, buttons, Headings, footers, and more, to insert into your translated blog. We will also request specific links to be inserted into each blog to either replace the equivalent one of another language, or to provide an additional internal link that is missing from the original blog article.

Note: Most articles will be supplied already formatted in HTML – these are translation only articles.

Some articles will not require any translation, but will need to be formatted in HTML and have images, code snippets, etc. included. These are formatting only articles.

Step 2: Once the first draft of your formatted article is complete, you submit it to us and we will discuss any changes or improvements to be made. You will be in contact with a professional editor who will guide and advise you during revision sessions.

Step 3: Once the final version of the text has been submitted and validated, we will decide whether or not the content would be published on our blog and in particular shared on our social media accounts across multiple language versions. You will receive your payment as soon as the text has been validated and approved. If your first feedback turns out to be positive, we will most likely come back to you with other orders for more work!

The remuneration of the articles is made according to the number of words as the following table indicates:

**Word count is based on number of words output in English.

• The beginner rate is applied for all new writers up until the submission of the 10th article.
• If quality and speed of work is sufficient, an increase of 1 yen per word will be given for Translation Only an Formatting Only job types (i.e 3 yen per word will become 4 yen per word), with an increase of 2 yen per word for Translation & Formatting job types (i.e 5 yen per word will become 7 yen per word).

Working with ZenMarket as a web editor has many benefits:

• Telework: work exclusively from home and submit your articles directly by email.
• Flexible deadlines: orders for articles are made in advance, you will always have at least one week to work on your content, deadline extension possible under exceptional circumstances.
• Advantageous remuneration: the fee system is based on several parameters like length of the text, taking into consideration time required for formatting & proofreading. We will also take into account the experience of the writer and the speed of work submission to further enhance our fee system.
• Flexible calendar: tell us your availability, ZenMarket will adapt to your schedule.
• No production limit: if we are satisfied with the quality of your work, you will receive more orders from us.
• No intermediaries: ZenMarket remunerates you directly and 100% of the income from your work comes back to you.
• No extra work: we take care of providing internal links, images, and set code snippets for various content types.

So, if you like to write, you are a fan of Japan, or you are looking for an alternative source of income, contact us now! 

• Excellent command of the English language (spelling, grammar, syntax, formulations, etc.).
• Highly punctual and professional character (compliance with instructions, deadlines, etc.).
• Experience in formatting blogs of any kind in HTML (CSS knowledge will help, but not necessary).
• Japanese language proficiency would be considered a plus.

• Amendments: ZenMarket reserves the right to refuse or require changes or improvements to submitted articles as many times as necessary before proceeding with the payment.
• Content ownership: Once your work has been submitted to ZenMarket, we become the exclusive owner of the content. You may NOT resell or offer this content to any other party, whether a competitor of ZenMarket or not.
• Copyright: Any articles containing paraphrased, plagiarised, or recycled content already existing on other sites or articles (other than ZenMarket) will be declined. Similarly, articles whose content is unsourced, not precise, or even not correct will be declined.
• Deadline: Any work submitted to ZenMarket after the deadline will not be accepted. However, deadlines are flexible, so if you need more time to complete your work make sure you let us know earlier. 
• Grammatical errors: For the second phase, more than five spelling or grammatical errors in the test article will lead to eliminating your application.
• Non-disclosure agreement: The web editor pledges to protect any confidential information about the company and will not share it with any other party.
• Payment: Payments are made via PayPal or Wise. In the event that these methods are not available at the freelancer’s end, ZenMarket account balance shall be deemed as the payment method.
• Test article: In order to pass the second selection phase, you will be asked to translate/format a test article (about 1,000 words). The article will be paid at the beginner rate of 3 Japanese Yen word. Whether your application is to be selected or not and whether the article is finally published or not, it is guaranteed that you will get paid for the test article.
• Work nature: This is an online work-on-demand job that does not require any physical attendance or a regular commitment to a specific workplace. Accepted applicants will only be paid for each submitted content individually and separately.

• Phase 1: Submit the job application form attached below. We will review your information and get back to you ASAP (no resume needed).
• Phase 2: If you pass phase 1, we will send the guidelines for writing your test article. Please review the details and submit your work within the deadline. We will then review your work and get back to you with feedback. 
• Phase 3: If you pass phase 2, we will provide you with a contract. Once completed you will be a ZenMarket web editor. Sit tight and wait for your next article instructions.

To apply, please complete the following job application: