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