Caption Translator - English to French

Job description

This is a remote position.

We are hiring a Caption/Subtitle Translator to join our project team. You will work alongside othertranslators and report directly to the project manager. Your main tasks will include translating captions/subtitle, Machine Translation Post Editing (MTPE), Transcreation etc. To succeed in this role you should have a natural understanding of target language and a good grasp of grammar.

Translate content within captions/subtitles, documents, web pages, and software

Fix incorrect cultural translation issues which were done using Machine Translation (MTPE)

Ability to change translation by confining them to limited number of words without breaking the meaning

Maintain translation database by using Translation Management Software

Provide quality assurance for the translation process

Work with a wide range of media andtranslation software

Resolve issues associated with translation, localization, and culture

Engage with other departments to provide translation services

Implement feedback and changes whenever possible

Requirements

Below are the qualifications expected of a translator:

Bachelor's degreein communications or linguistics

Minimum four years experience in the translation field

Proficiency in any TranslationManagement System toolsand software

Knowledge of the translation process, terminology, and localization techniques

Familiarity with localization guidelines and standards

Ability to convertwritten materials into a second language

Excellent translation, writing, andcommunication skills

Fluency in at least two of the target languages

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Additional certification in Linguistics is a plus

Originally posted on Himalayas

Who can apply

Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.