Japanese Copywriter
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 1d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
First seen 15d ago
No source stated a posting date, so this is when the listing first reached us — which is a floor, not the real age. Last seen at its source 8h ago.
We have tracked this listing since 18 Oct 2026 (15 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently 8 hours ago.
Is it remote?
Remote
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Who may apply?
Japan
No source stated where this role may be worked. This is read from the ad's own words.
What the ad says
…Remote, based in Japan Success in This Role Consistently delivers thoughtful, on-brief creative work…
…Location Remote, based in Japan Success in This Role Consistently del…
Pay not stated
Similar roles pay $1,125–2,000/mo
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Carried by 1 source
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JazzHR employer's own board first seen 15d ago · last seen 8h ago
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The listing
Overview
Translated is seeking a senior-level Japanese Copywriter to craft high-quality, engaging content for a leading global brand.
This strategic role requires proven creative agility, strong strategic thinking, and exceptional expertise in both transcreation and original copywriting to drive market impact in Japan. Weekly hourly retainer: 10 hours/week.
Key Responsibilities
- Master and consistently apply the brand’s tone of voice for the Japanese market to ensure cohesive, on-brand copy across all touchpoints.
- Lead the development of original and transcreated copy across key channels, including:
- Social media campaign assets
- Social post copy (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and other local platforms)
- SEM content
- Display ads
- Product naming
- Collaborate closely with the in-country Localization Manager, Creative team, and Marketing team.
- Present creative concepts in live calls and facilitate productive discussions to refine and align on strategic direction.
- Ensure all creative outputs align with strategic objectives, audience insights, and brand voice guidelines.
- Attend VO sessions, guide talent during recording, and support the mixing process to ensure the final output reflects the intended creative direction and local market expectations.
Key Requirements
Creative & Strategic Excellence
- Proven ability to accurately interpret creative briefs and translate strategic objectives into compelling creative solutions.
- Ability to develop copywriting strategies grounded in research and insights, with a strong understanding of audience behavior and market context.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting tone and style based on feedback and evolving business needs.
- Track record of exploring multiple creative directions beyond the first idea.
- Ability to confidently present and articulate the rationale behind the copy during live calls with XFN stakeholders, providing clear and persuasive explanations for creative and linguistic choices.
Speed & Efficiency
- Highly responsive during working hours and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
- Consistently meets tight deadlines without the need for repeated follow-ups.
- Efficient in producing multiple creative options without compromising quality.
Experience
- Extensive experience in transcreation and conceptual copywriting.
- Strong portfolio showcasing high-impact brand work.
- A presentation of the portfolio will be part of the interview process.
- Agency background is a must.
- Mid- to senior-level experience required, with 5+ years of professional copywriting experience.
Collaboration & Mindset
- Proactively contributes ideas and acts as a confident cross-functional partner in creative discussions, rather than relying solely on direction.
- Open to feedback and able to iterate thoughtfully and strategically, minimizing the need for rework from stakeholders.
- Strong alignment with established team processes and expectations.
- Takes full ownership of delivering complete, polished creative solutions.
Languages
- Native-level Japanese
- Excellent English (written and spoken)
Location
- Remote, based in Japan
Success in This Role
- Consistently delivers thoughtful, on-brief creative work.
- Demonstrates strong adaptability and integrates feedback effectively.
- Brings fresh ideas and multiple creative perspectives to every brief.