Japanese-English Interpreter for Japanese Major League player

Industry: Player Operations

Company: AEG

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Job Title: Japanese-English interpreter for Japanese Major League player

Job Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Job Description

• Interpreter for a Japanese professional baseball player in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the 2025 season.
• Official starting date is immediately upon hiring and until October 31, 2025, Will spend the term of employment in the United States.
• Provide Japanese translation for workouts, games and off-field matters.
• Assist with interpreting verbal and written information from Baseball Operations staff to Japanese-speaking players.
• Assist Japanese-speaking players with education and cultural acclimation to life in the United States.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Work experience providing translation services in sports, entertainment, or a related industry is preferred.
• Bilingual and biliterate in Japanese/English required.
• Baseball knowledge and understanding of baseball vocabulary in both English and Japanese (ability to understand data/analytical terms, mechanical terms, baseball concepts/terms).
• Knowledge and understanding of Japanese baseball culture and Japanese culture/etiquette strongly preferred.
• Ability to face mass media, including live TV broadcasts.
• Confident in translation abilities and confidence working in a high-profile environment amongst professional players, front office, coaches, media.
• Position will require traveling with the team and working hours conducive for Player’s professional schedule.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

DISCLAIMER:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The duties listed do not represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Baltimore Orioles are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Baltimore Orioles to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hair textures, afro hairstyles, or protective hairstyles), color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran’s status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The anticipated salary for this role is $90,000 – $100,000 annually depending on experience.

The Baltimore Orioles are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits for our employees.

The Baltimore Orioles provide generous benefits, health insurance (single and family), vision and dental coverage, life insurance, concession/merchandise discounts, free parking and complimentary baseball tickets to home games. 401(k) plan with discretionary employer match available after one year of service and 1,000 hours is also available.

This information is being provided in accordance with the Maryland Equal Pay for Equal Work – Wage Range Transparency law.

Posted: 12/23/24