Interpreter

Job ID 10097150 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Aug. 27, 2024

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"I didn't think it was possible that something I did for fun - telling sports stories through stats - could become my job until I came here."

Ana, Sr. Researcher, ESPN

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Disneyland International is looking for a qualified professional interpreter/translator to support all forms of communication between the Walt Disney Company and Oriental Land Company relative to the Tokyo Disney Resort and associated businesses. The ideal candidate is a highly-motivated teammate who has a passion for facilitating communication about the exciting work in the realm of theme park experiences.

A successful candidate will have proven fluency in Japanese and English languages and proficiency at performing consecutive and simultaneous interpretation. Reading and writing proficiency for both languages is crucial. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly analyze information and construe meaning in both languages will be required.

What You Will Do

The individual will use their excellent verbal interpretation and written translation skills in English and Japanese in support of work related to the Tokyo Disney Resort.
Responsibilities include interpretation for diverse settings including business meetings, executive level presentations, technical workshops, park walk-throughs, events and lunches/dinners, as well as translating documents including business documents, presentations, articles, manuals, design packages, training materials, legal contracts, and surveys.
The individual may work independently as needed, collaborate with colleagues on specific meeting assignments, or share translation tasks with other language professionals.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Native level language proficiency in English and Japanese (TOEIC 950, JLPT NI)
Professional experience in consecutive, whispering and equipment assisted simultaneous interpretation
Ability to provide written translation service from English to Japanese and Japanese to English for a wide range of document types
Ability to interpret in online meetings
Culturally proficient for each target audience
Ability to ask for clarification and work with minimal direction
Ability to work optimally as a teammate, and partner effectively with other interpreters
Ability to be flexible to changes in business needs and schedules, and flexibility to work unique shifts as necessary.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle sensitive documents
Willingness to work in a variety of situations including meeting rooms, factories, outdoor park venues, restaurant, construction sites, large scale conferences, and other diverse settings
Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
Willingness to learn new terminology including technical jargon and apply quickly
Basic digital literacy

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience or knowledge of project management, construction or engineering, entertainment, or architecture design.

Knowledge of the Disney brand.

Education

College degree

Interpretation or translation studies

Additional Information

The office / work location for this role will be based in Glendale, CA; however, travel to the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim and vendor facilities in Southern California will be routinely and frequently required

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $70,000 to $93,800 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disneyland International, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Disneyland International is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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