Job Title: Chinese Translator
Location: Remote
Language: Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) and English
Job Type: Part-Time
About the Role
We're looking for a highly skilled Chinese Translator to help us facilitate seamless communication between our English-speaking and Chinese-speaking stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone who possesses exceptional linguistic precision, cultural understanding, and a keen eye for detail in both languages. You'll be translating a variety of materials, from business documents to marketing content, ensuring accuracy and cultural appropriateness in every conversion. If you're passionate about bridging language barriers and enabling effective global communication, we'd love to see your work.
Key Responsibilities
- Translate various materials, including but not limited to, business documents, marketing content, technical specifications, and general correspondence, from Simplified and/or Traditional Chinese to English and English to Simplified and/or Traditional Chinese.
- Ensure all translations areaccurate, culturally appropriate, and maintain the original meaning, context, and tone.
- Conduct research to ensure the correct use of terminology and cultural nuances.
- Proofread and edit translated materials to ensure high linguistic quality and adherence to style guides.
- Manage translation projects to meet deadlines and quality standards.
- Communicate effectively with project managers and team members regarding translation queries and project progress.
- Maintain confidentiality of all translated materials.
Requirements
- Native-level fluency in Chinese (both Simplified and Traditional characters preferred) and exceptional proficiency in English.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a professional translator, preferably with a focus on business, technical, or marketing content.
- Strong understanding of both Chinese and Western cultures.
- Excellent written communication skills in both Chinese and English, with a strong grasp of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree in Translation, Linguistics, Chinese Studies, or a related field.
- Proficiency in using translation memory (TM) tools and terminology management software (e.g., SDL Trados, MemoQ).
- Experience with remote collaboration tools.
Job Type: Part-time
