Remote Spanish Translator
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Job Summary
This is a remote position.
Translation & Content Adaptation
Translate written materials including but not limited to reports contracts marketing content legal documents web pages training materials and client communications from English to Spanish and Spanish to English.
Transcribe and translate audio recordings into written documents.
Creatively adapt marketing and entertainment content to engage and resonate with local Spanish-speaking audiences a process known as transcreation.
Proofread edit and revise translated materials to ensure accuracy consistency and grammatical correctness.
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree in Translation Interpreting Linguistics or a related field is highly preferred.
Minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience as a translator preferably in a professional or business setting.
Language & Technical Skills
Full fluency (native or near-native) in both Spanish and English with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
Exceptional grammar proofreading and editing skills in both languages.
Proficiency with Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools and translation software (e.g. SDL Trados Studio MemoQ) is a significant advantage.
Familiarity with terminology management systems and translation memory databases.
Proficiency with standard office software (e.g. Google Workspace Microsoft Office). Experience with design software (e.g. Adobe InDesign) is a plus for roles involving document formatting.
Cultural Sensitivity: A deep understanding of cultural nuances to ensure translations are culturally appropriate and resonate with the target audience.
Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to work ensuring error-free and high-quality deliverables.
Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with remote teams and clients.
Subject Matter Expertise: Experience in specialized fields such as legal medical technical or marketing translation is highly desirable.
Research Skills: Strong analytical and research skills to accurately convey complex ideas and terminology.
Salary: $17.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience and the specific role.
Benefits: May include flexible schedule health benefits (medical vision dental) 401(k) paid time off and other incentives depending on employment type (full-time vs. freelance)
Required Skills:
Previous experience in order entry customer service administration sales support or coordination. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good organizational and time-management abilities. Proficiency with computers email spreadsheets and business software. Ability to manage multiple tasks while working independently. Reliable internet connection and a professional remote work environment.
