French Language Advisor - Contract, 1099

BibleProject; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

BibleProject is seeking a native French speaker with strong English to French translation skills to advise on localization of video, reading plans, and website content. This is a remote, contract (1099) position for 5-15 hours per week with potential renewal beyond March 2027.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of translation experience focusing on Christian content and can work independently. Responsibilities include translating transcripts, website content, marketing materials, and data-entry

Qualifications

• 5+ years English→French translation experience, including Christian content, with a portfolio or examples of relevant work.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Familiarity with BibleProject content and tone to ensure accurate French translation.
• Native French speaker and fluent in English.
• Ideally resides in a French-speaking country and has cultural familiarity with the region.

Responsibilities

• Translate video transcripts, audio, and final renders from English to French.
• Translate website content such as articles and guides, and reading plans.
• Translate marketing materials and emails; input translated content into the web backend.
• Collaborate with a team of translators to determine translation choices and maintain consistency.

Skills

French translation

Independent work

Team collaboration

American culture knowledge

BibleProject familiarity

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Dropbox

Jira Workforce Management

Job description

French Language Advisor - Contract, 1099

French Language Advisor (Contract, 1099)

Location: Remote

Duration: October 2026 - March 2027, 5-15 hours/week, with potential for renewal beyond March 2027

Payment: Negotiable based on experience

Project Overview:

We are seeking a talented linguist familiar with BibleProject’s mission and resources to join our French team as our second Language Advisor. The Language Advisor will consult with other contractors and guide the localization of our video, reading plan, and website content regarding cultural, linguistic, and theological considerations. The French Language Advisor must be a native French speaker, as well as fluent in written and spoken English. We are looking for someone who is very familiar with BibleProject’s content and style, and can ensure that the same tone and meaning comes through in our French content.

• 10-15 video transcripts, audio and final renders
• 5-10 website pieces of content like articles and guides
• 5-10 general pieces of content like reading plans
• Translate from English to French materials including but not limited to:
  • 5-10 Marketing materials and emails
• Data Entry support as needed, including but not limited to:
  • Inputting translated content on our web backend, ensuring linguistic accuracy

Required Skills/Experience

• 5+ years of English to French translation experience, including translation of Christian content, with a portfolio or examples of relevant work
• Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Intimate knowledge of life and culture in a country where French is primarily spoken; preferably someone who has spent the majority of their life in that country and currently resides in a French-speaking country
• Formal theological training and/or ministry background
• First–hand knowledge of American culture and language
• Well versed in BibleProject’s brand and content
• Reliable internet connectivity and confidence in using digital platforms like Google Suite and Microsoft Office
• Team-oriented, comfortable and confident working on a team of translators to determine translation choices
• Highly organized and attentive to detail
• Globally minded
• Fast learner

Desired Qualifications

• Proficient in Jira Workforce Management and Dropbox

Contract Terms

• This is a freelance/1099 contract position.
• You will be responsible for your own taxes, benefits, and other associated costs.
• The payment structure will be hourly and is negotiable based on experience.

About Us

Portland, Oregon, Founded in 2014

BibleProject is an educational technology and media studio whose mission is to help people experience the Bible as a unified story that leads to Jesus.

We have grown significantly in the area of multimedia technology. What began with two animated videos now encompasses multiple platforms and products—including over 170 videos. Our website and app serve as connection hubs to our ever-growing library of resources. Classroom, our online learning platform, offers accessible, graduate-level Bible classes.

These, and all of our supporting products, continue to be completely free to audiences around the world, thanks to the ongoing generosity of our patrons.

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