Chinese Translator

TheSoul Group; Singapore; Remote; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading digital media company is seeking a Chinese Translator to join their Localisation Department. The role involves translating and proofreading content from English to Chinese, maintaining cultural accuracy and clarity. Ideal candidates will be native Traditional Chinese speakers with excellent English skills, capable of working flexibly in a remote setting. This part-time position allows for creative freedom and offers a vibrant international team.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Creative Vibes and an International Team

Talent Growth opportunities

Tech-savvy Culture

Qualifications

• Experience translating non-technical content such as children's stories or educational materials.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate written content from English to Chinese and vice versa.
• Edit and proofread pre-translated texts for clarity and accuracy.
• Maintain a consistent style, terminology, and linguistic quality.

Skills

Native Traditional Chinese speaker

Excellent command of English (C1 level or higher)

Proven experience in translation and text editing

Strong attention to detail

Cultural sensitivity

Ability to adapt tone and phrasing

Familiarity with AI translation tools

Job description

TheSoul Group is one of the world’s most successful digital media companies and a leading creator business platform. Our original videos, animations, and editorial content ignite viral trends, racking up 25 billion views every month in 21 languages, engaging over 2 billion fans worldwide.

We’re the creative force behind global sensations like 5-Minute Crafts and Bright Side, and continue to expand in the creator economy. With our cutting-edge tools and business platform, we empower creators and brands to thrive on social media.

Remote-first. Fast-moving. Fun-loving. We collaborate across time zones, break barriers with award-winning creativity, and keep the good vibes flowing!

We are now looking for a Chinese Translator to join our Localisation Department and contribute to the Translation Proofreading Division.

Responsibilities

• Translate written content from English to Chinese and from Chinese to English, ensuring natural flow and cultural accuracy.
• Work primarily with simple, non-technical content (e.g., children’s stories, creative short texts, or educational materials).
• Edit and proofread texts pre-translated by AI tools, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency with TheSoul’s tone of voice.
• Maintain a consistent style, terminology, and linguistic quality across all translated materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams to clarify context and align on content meaning when necessary.
• Deliver tasks within agreed deadlines and meet quality expectations.

Requirements

• Native Traditional Chinese speaker.
• Excellent command of English (C1 level or higher).
• Proven experience in translation and text editing, preferably for digital media or entertainment content.
• Strong attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and ability to adapt tone and phrasing for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
• Familiarity with AI translation tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Schedule : Part-time (1–2 hours per day).
• Compensation : Standard piece-work.
• Flexible Work Options : Work from home, your favorite café, or anywhere that sparks your creativity. Enjoy the freedom with remote work options that fit your lifestyle.
• Creative Vibes and an International Team : 80% of our employees are creators working from 70+ countries, producing awesome content for billions of followers worldwide.
• Talent Growth : Engage in transparent knowledge sharing within the company and our internal academy, offering 470+ courses—learn, teach, or both, and shape your path to expertise.
• Tech-savvy Culture : An ecosystem that sparks innovation, embraces the latest tools, promotes transparent task management, and empowers flexible collaboration—no time constraints or meetings, just results!

We appreciate your interest in our job opportunities and our company. Our team carefully evaluates each application to identify the most suitable candidates for the role. Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. However, if your qualifications align with our requirements, we will contact you to discuss the next steps in the selection process.