Tomoko Leeper
@tomokoleeper
Experienced Japanese linguist and AI training specialist.
What I'm looking for
As a dedicated Japanese linguist and AI training specialist, I bring over five years of experience in language evaluation, data annotation, and translation for AI development. My journey has led me to my current role as a Senior Reviewer at Outlier, where I analyze and refine Japanese language data for large-scale AI models. My expertise in grammar, syntax, and phonology allows me to identify subtle linguistic errors and craft culturally appropriate content, enhancing model performance.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my ability to lead evaluations for Japanese audio projects, ensuring accuracy in pronunciation, speech clarity, and naturalness. My previous roles at Bandai Namco Entertainment and MyBest have further honed my skills in localization and translation, where I translated and localized content for popular games and technical documents. I am passionate about bridging language barriers and ensuring that AI systems understand and represent Japanese language nuances effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Reviewer of AI Training (Japanese)
Outlier
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)
Promoted from Contributor to Senior Reviewer based on performance, accuracy, and deep linguistic insight. Led evaluations for Japanese audio projects, including pronunciation validation, speech clarity, timing, and naturalness checks.
Localization Specialist
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Dec 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years)
Translated and localized text, audio, and UI for Dragon Ball FighterZ and Dragon Ball Kakarot. Worked closely with QA and developers to ensure accurate representation of formal/informal speech, dialects, and tone across diverse characters.
Translator (Consumer & Technical)
MyBest
Aug 2019 - May 2021 (1 year 9 months)
Translated hundreds of product descriptions, buyer guides, and technical content from Japanese to English with attention to tone and register. Ensured accuracy and cultural appropriateness in all translated materials.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kanda University of International Studies
Bachelor's Degree, American and British English
Graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in American and British English. Developed a strong foundation in grammar, syntax, and language pedagogy.
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