Translator - Certified

Prisma International; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Job summary

Prisma International, Inc. is seeking experienced ATA-certified (or equivalent) translators to join our network of independent contractors. This is a 100% remote position delivering written translations for Prisma clients.

We support languages including Chinese-Simplified, Korean, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese, and provide access to CAT tools like XTM and Trados to help you work efficiently. Ideal candidates have government-translation experience, full fluency in English and the

Qualifications

• ATA-certified or equivalent status from a recognized language institution.
• Two years of human translation experience for government offices.
• Three professional references who can verify certification.
• Full fluency in English and the target language.
• Trained or accredited through a higher education institution.
• Minimum age 18+ and minimum education: High School Diploma.
• Reliable desktop PC or laptop with secure high-speed internet.
• Experience using CAT tools (e.g. XTM, Trados).
• Ability to use Adobe Acrobat for PDF markups.

Responsibilities

• Provide written translations using a CAT tool; XTM access provided.
• Adhere to project instructions, glossaries, and reference materials.
• Ensure content style is culturally appropriate for the target language.
• Perform language quality checks before delivery.
• Deliver translations by deadlines and within project budgets.
• Review translated PDFs using Adobe markup tools for accuracy.
• Communicate professionally with Prisma team members.
• Participate in quality management processes (CARs, RCAs).
• Protect sensitive information (PHI, PII, SBU) during projects.
• Follow Prisma's Master Service Agreement and Vendor Guide.

Skills

ATA-certified

English–target language fluency

CAT tools experience

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

XTM

Trados

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

About Prisma International, Inc. (Prisma) - Prisma is a dynamic and growing language services provider committed to delivering exceptional Translation solutions to clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on our dedication to linguistic excellence and client satisfaction.

Prisma is actively seeking experienced ATA-certified (or equivalent) Translators to join our team of independent contractors. In this role, you will provide written translations for Prisma clients. This is a 100% remote position.

Languages

CHINESE-Simplified, KOREAN, PUNJABI, SPANISH, TAGALOG and VIETNAMESE

If your native language is not listed above, you are welcome to apply if you meet ALL of the minimum requirements stated below.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience translating the following specializations: legal matters, water board hearings, science, engineering, and health.

Minimum requirements

• Certified by the American Translators Association (ATA) - OR - equivalent status from an alternate language institution (e.g., ALTA, CCHI, SCSI, LTI/ACTFL, ILR, etc.). You will be asked to upload your certificate or other credentials.
• Two years of experience providing human translation services to local, state or federal government offices.
• Three professional references who can confirm your status as a certified (or equivalent) Translator.
• Full fluency in English and the other language.
• Trained or accredited through a higher education institution
• Minimum age: 18+ years or older
• Minimum education: High School Diploma
• Reliable desktop PC or laptop with dedicated, secure high-speed internet.
• Experience using modern CAT tools, e.g. XTM, Trados, etc.)
• Adobe Acrobat on your device and the ability to use Adobe's markup tools on a PDF file.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Provide written translations using a Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tool. We provide XTM access to you.
• Adhere to all project work instructions, glossaries, and reference materials provided to you.
• Ensure the source content's concept, style, and register are culturally and linguistically appropriate for the target language.
• Perform language quality checks (before delivery) to ensure the target translation is error-free and faithful to the meaning of the source document.
• Deliver completed translation jobs by the given deadlines and project budgets.
• Review the formatted target-language PDF files for accuracy; mark any needed corrections. Using Adobe markup tools is required.
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with Prisma team members.
• Willfully participate in quality management processes, e.g., Corrective Action Reports (CARs), Root Cause Analyses (RCAs), and solution implementation.
• Take all necessary measures to protect and keep private any sensitive information shared with you to carry out translation projects (e.g., PHI, PII, SBU).
• Adhere to policies and processes defined in Prisma's Master Service Agreement (MSA) and the Prisma Vendor Guide.

Other attributes

Excellent communication skills and quick responses to Prisma project team requests.

Ability to accommodate fast turnarounds for small word count projects.

After-hours and weekend availability is a plus (at your discretion).

Important applicant security notice

Prisma will never ask for payment information or fee transfers during recruitment or employment preparation. Legitimate outreach for information will only originate from official @prisma.com email addresses.