About the Role
As a Copyeditor specializing in Bahasa Indonesia at WPP Production, you will be the guardian of linguistic quality and cultural relevance for one of the world’s leading technology brands. Joining our unified global production engine, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver multi-channel content systems that resonate deeply with local audiences while adhering to prestigious global standards. This is a unique opportunity for a technically-savvy language expert to apply their craft within an AI-driven marketing ecosystem, ensuring every piece of communication is tonally perfect and culturally nuanced.
In this role, you are more than an editor; you are a cultural consultant and brand steward. You will bridge the gap between global marketing strategies and local market execution, ensuring that our client's innovative products stand out in the Indonesian landscape. This position is a long-term freelance engagement designed for an independent contractor who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable with intermittent travel to Singapore to collaborate directly with regional project teams.
Key Responsibilities- Provide expert in-country validation of customer-facing marketing content across digital, print, social media, and in-store communications.
- Ensure all copy adheres to the specific brand tone of voice, maintaining consistency, clarity, and technical accuracy.
- Edit and proofread high volumes of editorial and marketing materials under tight deadlines without compromising on quality.
- Develop and maintain a culturally relevant personality for the Indonesian market, leveraging glossaries and style guides.
- Maintain the highest standards of linguistic accuracy, including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and nuanced language conventions.
- Provide ongoing linguistic guidance and constructive feedback to translation vendors, internal producers, and project managers.
- Verify that all localized content is appropriate for the target audience and reflects the latest product and brand knowledge.
- Proactively contribute to process improvements within the project management and traffic workflows to enhance delivery efficiency.
- Collaborate closely with writers and creative stakeholders to ensure the final output meets the client’s strategic objectives.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in copyediting or subediting, specifically for marketing and technical materials within the Indonesian market.
- Proven track record of editing marketing and communication materials for creative agencies or major consumer brands.
- Exceptional mastery of the Indonesian language, including style, usage, and sophisticated grammar.
- Strong familiarity with U.S. English style and usage to ensure accurate transcreation from source materials.
- Experience working with global brands and a solid understanding of the creative development and production process.
- Proficiency in using translation management and project management tools to streamline workflows.
- Demonstrated ability to support the development and maintenance of comprehensive style guides and glossaries.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to perform effectively under high-pressure, time-sensitive conditions.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a results-driven mindset with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be a full-time freelancer or independent contractor available for periodic travel to Singapore.
- Work within a truly global production organization, gaining exposure to world-class talent and industry-leading technology.
- Opportunity for a long-term, indefinite freelance engagement with a steady stream of projects for a high-profile technology client.
- Collaborate in a borderless environment that values human craft while utilizing next-generation AI and marketing platforms like WPP Open.
- The chance to make a real impact on how global brands communicate with the Indonesian audience across every channel.
- Access to a diverse network of creative professionals and career growth opportunities within the wider WPP ecosystem.
- A commitment to inclusion and impact, fostering a culture where every voice is respected and valued.