The Job Overview

We are hiring a translator to join our project team. You will work alongside other Spanish translators and report directly to the project manager. Your main tasks will include translating documents, recording video captions, and translating our website. To succeed in this role you should have a natural understanding of Spanish and a good grasp of grammar.

Responsibilities

Below are some of the responsibilities a translator is expected to assume in their position:  

Translate content within documents, web pages, and software

Maintain translation database by using translation management software

Provide quality assurance for the translation process

Work with a wide range of media and translation software

Resolve issues associated with translation, localization, and culture 

Engage with other departments to provide translation services

Implement feedback and changes whenever possible 

Job Qualifications and Skill Sets

Below are the qualifications expected of a translator:

Bachelor's degree in communications or linguistics 

Minimum five years experience in the translation field

Proficiency in translation tools and software such as Déjà Vu, memoQ, Wordfast, and Trados 

Knowledge of the translation process, terminology, and localization techniques 

Familiarity with localization guidelines and standards

Ability to convert written materials into a second language 

Excellent translation, writing, and communication skills 

Fluency in at least two of the target languages 

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Proficiency in MS Office Suite