Caption Translator - English to German

Tongues Translation Services LLC; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tongues Translation Services LLC is seeking a remote Caption/Subtitle Translator to join our project team. You will translate captions and subtitles, perform MTPE, and contribute to localization across media, documents, web pages, and software.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in communications or linguistics, at least four years in translation, and fluency in two languages. You will use Translation Management Software, maintain translation databases, provide quality assurance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or linguistics.
• Minimum four years experience in the translation field.
• Proficiency with Translation Management Software.
• Knowledge of translation processes, terminology, and localization techniques.
• Fluency in at least two target languages.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Translate captions/subtitles for media, documents, web pages, and software.
• Perform MTPE to improve machine-generated translations.
• Maintain translation databases using translation management tools.
• Provide quality assurance for the translation workflow.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver localization services.
• Implement feedback and changes to improve accuracy.

Skills

Caption translation

MTPE

Localization

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or linguistics

Tools

Translation Management Software

Job description

This is a remote position. We are hiring a Caption/Subtitle Translator to join our project team. You will work alongside other translators and report directly to the project manager. Your main tasks will include translating captions/subtitle, Machine Translation Post Editing (MTPE), Transcreation etc.

• 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 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications or linguistics
• Minimum four years experience in the translation field
• Proficiency in any Translation Management System tools and software
• 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
• Additional certification in Linguistics is a plus