Bilingual or multilingual proficiency: I'm fluent in at least 15 languages, including the source language and the target language.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills: The ability to clearly express ideas and convey meaning is essential in translation.
Strong cultural awareness: I have have a good understanding of the cultures of the countries where the languages they work with are spoken.
Good research skills: I and able to find information and clarify meaning when faced with unfamiliar or complex vocabulary, expressions or concepts.
Excellent attention to detail: I am meticulous, especially when it comes to grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Knowledge of specialized vocabulary: I worked specific fields like legal, medical or technical translation and I have a strong understanding of industry-specific terminology.
Adaptability :able to work with a variety of different text types, from formal documents to creative writing, and adjust their tone and style accordingly.
Strong organizational skills: able to manage multiple projects at once, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Creativity: I am able to find equivalent expressions and rephrase text in a way that maintains the original meaning while sounding natural in the target language.
Continuous learning: A translator should be proactive in staying up-to-date with new developments in their fields of expertise and expanding their language skills.