Translators predominantly work with business, technical, legal and scientific written materials. These include letters, reports, articles and books. However, translators can also translate fiction books. The work incorporates:
- reading documents
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- writing and editing copy
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- using software and bespoke applications to upload content, if required by a client
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- preparing summaries
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- consulting with experts in a specialist field, if required
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- developing contacts and building relationships with clients.
- Key skills for translators
- Ability to work to deadlines
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- The ability to grasp new concepts quickly, eg technical terms
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- A clear writing style with an impeccable knowledge of spelling and grammar
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- Attention to detail
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- Fluency in at least two foreign languages
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- IT skills
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- The ability to build good relationships with clients.