33.2990, Jobs: Japanese; General Linguistics: Japanese Grammar Content Writer, Mango Languages

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LINGUIST List: Vol-33-2990. Fri Sep 30 2022. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 33.2990, Jobs: Japanese; General Linguistics: Japanese Grammar Content Writer, Mango Languages

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Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2022 00:41:24
From: MARIA TESHUBA [MARIA.TESHUBA at MANGOLANGUAGES.COM]
Subject: Japanese; General Linguistics: Japanese Grammar Content Writer, Mango Languages, Remote

 
University or Organization: Mango Languages 
Department: HR
Web Address: https://mangolanguages.com/company/careers/
Job Title: Japanese Grammar Content Writer
Job Rank: Consultant

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics 

Required Language(s): Japanese (jpn)

Description:

Mango Languages is looking for a remote independent contractor who can
research, write, and edit online grammar content for our company’s repository
of grammar resources. In this unique role, you’ll collaborate with our team of
experts to bring the Mango learning experience to life. 

In this role, you’ll be working with other Mango team members to research and
develop grammar blog posts that provide our learners with insightful
explanations to help them achieve their language-learning goals. We will also
count on you to create gated content that will accompany these posts and
clarify the grammar points even further, while at the same time supporting and
expanding the learners’ knowledge. 

Job Requirements: 
 - Native Japanese speaker. For this position, we specifically need a native
speaker who has a mastery of their native language and a thorough
understanding of grammar, idiomatic expressions, and dialectal differences.
 - Fluent in English. Full understanding and fluency of the English language
and its grammar are needed in order for the posts to be clear and to the
point, and for effective coordination and communication with team members and
project managers.
 - Bachelor's Degree required in either of the following: Japanese
Language/Literature or Language Teaching.
 - Experience teaching Japanese grammar or involvement in grammar book
publishing, writing blog posts on grammar, answering grammar questions online,
or any related skills/experience.
 - Expert use of search engines for conducting basic research
 - Good writing skills
 - Flexible schedule and availability of up to 10 hours per week.
 - Reliable internet connection and a technical understanding of collaborative
online tools. All work will be done remotely and online.
 - Excellent time management and communication skills.
 - Must work well in a team.
 - Must love language, culture, and learning — we all do!

Key Characteristics: 
 - Strong research skills
 - Takes time to understand the big picture
 - Strong oral and written communicator
 - Adaptable
 - Teachable
 - Strives for excellence

How To Apply: 
Step 1: Submit your resume and cover letter, outlining your experience and
qualifications as they relate to the job description. Let us know why this is
the perfect opportunity for you!

Step 2: Submit a brief video, no more than two minutes, introducing yourself
and highlighting experience relevant to the role. The video can be done using
any platform or technology. Please either add your video with your application
materials here or email your video to the email address below. 

Step 3: In order to highlight your writing style as well as your grammar
understanding, please answer the following questions, either by adding a link
to a public document or by writing the answers under "Additional Information"
in the application form: 
 - What are particles in Japanese? 
 - What is the difference between は (wa) and が (ga)? 
 - Which are the two big categories of adjectives and how are they different? 
 - Write a short paragraph (100-200 words) explaining how the particle の (no)
is used in a sentence.



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: linguistvideo at mangolanguages.com 
Contact Information:
	HR Generalist Maria C Teshuba 
	Email: maria.teshuba at mangolanguages.com 
	Phone: 2482547450 


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