Freelance: Foreign Language Content Contributor

Transparent Language Inc.; Nashua (NH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented professionals for contract work in language-learning content development, editing, translation, and voice-over artistry. This exciting opportunity allows you to leverage your expertise in teaching and language proficiency while working remotely with a variety of programs. Whether you are creating original content, proofreading materials, or translating for specific markets, your contributions will help millions learn languages effectively. Join a dynamic team that values attention to detail and a passion for language, and make a significant impact in the world of language education.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and understanding grammar of target language.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Create and proofread language-learning content for various levels.
• Edit translations for accuracy and consistency.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Grammar Understanding

Attention to Detail

PC Skills

Learning New Software

Education

University Degree in Target Language

Tools

MS Office

Google Docs

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Transparent Language is a leading provider of best-practice language-learning software for consumers, government agencies, educational institutions, and businesses. Since 1991, Transparent Language has helped millions of individuals learn new languages quickly, easily, and effectively. More than 12,000 schools and universities use our products.

While projects vary at any given time, we are always accepting resumes for talented professionals available for contract work in the following areas:

Learning Content Developer

Creates original language-learning content based on guidelines provided by Transparent Language; proofreads language-learning content based on guidelines; designs leveled courses for beginning, intermediate, and advanced adult learners.

Requirements:

1. Experience teaching the target language, preferably at the university level
2. Exceptional understanding of grammar structure of the target language (and English)
3. Ability to work remotely, using a variety of programs, such as Teams, SharePoint, and Google Docs
4. Ability to work with multiple contact people and language team members
5. Advanced PC skills and proficiency with MS Office products
6. Willingness and aptitude for learning new software applications

Editor/Proofreader

Edits translations, in MS Office or software engines, for flow/presentation, accuracy, and consistency; fixes typos, punctuation, and grammar mistakes; offers solutions and clarifications on issues found.

Requirements:

1. Attention to detail
2. 1-2 years experience editing/proofreading language materials
3. Basic PC skills with good working knowledge of MS Office
4. Native or near-native speaker of the target language

Translator/Localization Expert

Translates text for specific target markets, based on templates provided by Transparent Language; localizes software applications and web content.

Requirements:

1. 1-2 years experience translating/localizing language materials
2. Attention to detail
3. Strong PC skills and proficiency with MS Office products
4. Knowledge of current software application terminology
5. Experience using translation memory systems
6. Native or near-native speaker of the target language

Voice-over Artist

Records target-language text in our sound studio or remotely, using Transparent Language’s recording software.

Requirements:

1. Native speaker of target language (no outside accent influence, please)
2. Must have a clear, pleasant voice
3. Ability to take direction well and be detail-oriented
4. Ability to learn/train on new computer programs, such as recording software
5. Access to appropriate recording equipment (quality microphone/headset) to record remotely

Languages of Special Interest:

• German
• French
• Spanish
• Portuguese
• Finnish
• Russian
• Marshallese
• Kurdish, Behdini
• Farsi
• Dari
• Danish
• Ukrainian
• Japanese
• Serbian
• South Korean
• Turkish

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.