Remote Japanese–English Translator & Editor (Freelance)

GLOBAL LANGUAGE STRATEGIES; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

GLOBAL LANGUAGE STRATEGIES seeks an experienced Japanese-to-English or English-to-Japanese translator and editor for ongoing document translation and editing tasks. This remote, freelance independent contractor role handles official documents, including vital records, legal documents, official certificates, and academic transcripts, with as-needed assignments and fast turnarounds.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship and residence, native or high proficiency in both Japanese and English, a

Qualifications

• Native or highly proficient Japanese and English language skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in translation, linguistics, language studies or equivalent preferred.
• At least two years of proven translation/editor experience.
• Able to produce client-ready work and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Translate Japanese to English or English to Japanese with accuracy.
• Edit and review translations for grammar, formatting, and consistency.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow client instructions and formatting.
• Meet deadlines, including quick turnaround timelines when required.

Skills

Bilingual Japanese/English

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in translation/linguistics/language studies

Tools

Windows software

Job description

GLOBAL LANGUAGE STRATEGIES seeks an experienced Japanese-to-English or English-to-Japanese translator and editor for ongoing document translation and editing tasks. This remote, freelance independent contractor role handles official documents, including vital records, legal documents, official certificates, and academic transcripts, with as-needed assignments and fast turnarounds.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship and residence, native or high proficiency in both Japanese and English, a