[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![Welo Global logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2026/06/83c40f94-221.webp)](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md)[Welo Global](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md) # Korean Metadata Specialist in Japan AI Summary This remote full-time role evaluates Korean-language written and spoken metadata for consumer technology, music, and TV products in Japan. The specialist follows test cases, style guides, trademarks, glossaries, and project-specific quality standards to identify and resolve quality issues. Success requires native-level Korean, strong cultural knowledge of Korean entertainment and media, exceptional attention to detail, and sustained focus on repetitive tasks. The role operates on an assigned 40-hour weekly shift schedule and may occasionally require work outside normal business hours, including weekends or holidays. It is a 12-month engagement with potential extension and close collaboration with an international team.[Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md)ShareRemote from[Japan](https://jobicy.com/job-region/japan.md)SalaryUndisclosedDepartment[QA & Testing](https://jobicy.com/categories/qa-testing.md)EmploymentFull TimeExperienceOpen levelPublished7 Nov 2026Apply before7 Dec 2026Listing views58Application actions4Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. Opportunity details ## About this role. Welocalize is currently seeking a Korean Metadata Specialist for a full-time position in Japan. You will be working remotely as a vendor for a leading consumer technology company, contributing to the finished products released in target markets across the globe. You will evaluate the quality of both written and spoken text for services as it relates to your area of linguistic and geographic expertise. In addition, you may also work on content review and creation for Music and TV applications. You will work cooperatively with international teams to monitor and improve the quality of client products and partner data integrations. Do you love movies and TV shows? Are you the type of person who just can’t resist looking up your favorite movie stars to see what else they’ve starred in? Then help us make one of the most used TV streaming services accessible to everyone! JOB INFORMATION: · Location: Remote in Japan · Full-time employment · Start date: Immediately · Duration: 12 months (potential for further contract extension) · Work Hours and Shifts: 8 hours a day, a standard 40 hours. We have a set shift schedule will be assigned to: Mon-Fri, Tues-Sat, or Sun-Thu. TEAM & CULTURE: · You will work as part of an international team. · Your colleagues are industry experts with significant experience in their fields, which means that you will have a strong support network around you. · You will work in a transparent and collaborative environment providing you with plenty of opportunities to share and discuss ideas with your colleagues and shape how we work. · We are fun, friendly, and most importantly, love what we do. ### Responsibilities: * QA various products in by accurately following testing instructions and test cases * Adhere to project-specific quality standards, trademarks, style guides and client-preferred checklists and glossaries * Complete assigned tasks in a quality and timely manner * Ability to stay motivated and deliver results while working on repetitive tasks * Ability to under and prioritize task and issues quickly and efficiently * Native level language skills and cultural awareness * Drive to deliver results in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing requirements * Highly organized with attention to detail and a commitment to quality * Ability to navigate ambiguity and make informed judgment calls with information at hand * Effective verbal and written communication skills * Passion for and knowledge of the film and TV industry ### About you: * Proficient in Korean * Proven ability to maintain motivation and solid focus through repetitive tasks * Highly detail-oriented with ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment * Sharp problem solving and analytical skills, along with ability to learn from history and prevent errors from recurring * Comfortable with navigating ambiguity to make sound judgment call * A wide-ranging and up-to-date knowledge of the local movies, TV shows, music, literature, social media platforms, cultural sensitivities and nuance * Knowledge of advanced spreadsheet and XML a plus * This position may require work outside of normal business hours, on weekends and holidays. ### Compensation ### Additional Information Your next step: Apply today for immediate consideration, click the link and send your CV. 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This job listing has been manually reviewed by the Jobicy Trust & Safety Team for compliance with our posting guidelines, including verification of the company's legitimacy, accuracy of job details, clarity of remote work policy, and absence of misleading or fraudulent content. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 3/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 3/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 3/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe work requires nuanced Korean linguistic and cultural judgment while consistently applying detailed quality rules. Repetitive production tasks, changing requirements, and fixed delivery expectations create a moderately demanding pace. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job median (per year)Highly competitive$42,000US market range (per year)$32k–$52k0$57.20k AI insightThe yearly pay period is inferred from the job context; it was not explicitly stated by the employer. No employer salary was disclosed. The yearly period is inferred from the full-time, 40-hours-per-week employment structure. Estimated annual compensation is shown in USD for market-comparison purposes only and is not verified employer pay. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [Korean language proficiency](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Korean%20language%20proficiency.md)[Metadata quality assurance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Metadata%20quality%20assurance.md)[Content review](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Content%20review.md)[Linguistic quality evaluation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Linguistic%20quality%20evaluation.md)[Test case execution](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Test%20case%20execution.md)[Quality standards compliance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Quality%20standards%20compliance.md)[Cultural localization](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Cultural%20localization.md)[Film and television knowledge](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Film%20and%20television%20knowledge.md)[Attention to detail](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Attention%20to%20detail.md)[Spreadsheet skills](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Spreadsheet%20skills.md)[XML](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=XML.md)[Problem solving](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Problem%20solving.md)[Written communication](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Written%20communication.md)[Time management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Time%20management.md)[Multitasking](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Multitasking.md) Sample interview questionsHow would you evaluate the quality of Korean metadata for a TV or music application?I would first apply the relevant style guide, glossary, and test cases, then check linguistic accuracy, formatting, cultural appropriateness, consistency, and alignment with the source information. I would document defects clearly and escalate ambiguous cases with supporting evidence. How do you maintain accuracy when completing repetitive quality-review tasks? I use a structured checklist, work in focused intervals, and periodically review samples of completed work for recurring errors. This helps me stay consistent while maintaining both speed and attention to detail. Describe how you would handle unclear or changing project requirements. I would review the available documentation, identify the specific ambiguity, and make the most informed decision based on established standards. If the decision could affect quality or consistency, I would raise it promptly with the project lead and record the clarification for future work. What Korean cultural knowledge is important when reviewing entertainment metadata? It is important to understand local naming conventions, honorifics, entertainment trends, genre terminology, celebrity references, and cultural sensitivities. This context helps ensure that titles, descriptions, and classifications are natural and appropriate for Korean audiences. How would you prioritize several urgent tasks with different deadlines? I would assess deadline, business impact, task complexity, and dependencies, then organize work into a clear priority order. I would communicate early if competing deadlines create a risk and provide realistic progress updates. Next step ## Apply now. Follow the employer’s application method and review Jobicy’s safety guidance before sharing personal information. 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