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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for dutch translator in Seattle, WA is $29.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.09 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Dutch Translator converts written or spoken content from Dutch to another language (or vice versa) while maintaining accuracy, context, and cultural nuances. They work with documents, websites, legal texts, or business communications. Some translators specialize in specific fields like medical, legal, or technical translation. Fluency in both Dutch and the target language, along with excellent writing skills, is essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Dutch translator?

To thrive as a Dutch Translator, you need fluency in both Dutch and the target language, a deep understanding of grammar and cultural context, and a relevant degree or language certification. Familiarity with translation memory software (such as SDL Trados or MemoQ) and CAT tools is often expected, and certification from organizations like ATA can be beneficial. Strong attention to detail, time management, and collaborative communication skills are essential soft skills in this position. These qualities ensure accurate, culturally appropriate translations and enable you to meet deadlines while working effectively with clients or multilingual teams.

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A typical day for a Dutch Translator involves translating written documents, audio, or other content between Dutch and another language, while ensuring accuracy and cultural nuance. You may review or proofread translations, work with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, and communicate with clients or project managers to clarify terminology or project requirements. Depending on the employer, the role could be based in an office, remotely, or as a freelancer, and may involve collaborating in multilingual teams. Regular deadlines and simultaneous projects are common, so strong organizational skills are valuable. Over time, you may have opportunities to specialize in specific industries or advance into senior linguistic or localization roles.

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Infographic showing various Dutch Translator job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 44% Full Time, 53% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,712 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

TRANSLATOR - Health/Social Services Specialist

Prisma International, Inc.

Seattle, WA

$50K - $65K/yr

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About Prisma International, Inc. - 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.

TRANSLATOR Job Posting - Prisma International

We are seeking expert-level, professional Translators to join our independent contractor team. You will be providing written translation (plus editing and proofreading) from English into your native (target) language. To be considered for hire, you must meet all minimum requirements listed below. Ideal candidates will have two+ years of experience providing written translations to HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES government offices. Other minimum requirements are stated below. Project assignments are assigned on an as-needed basis according to your availability.

LANGUAGES

TIER 1 - Azerbaijani, Bulgarian, Cebuano, Chamorro, Dutch, Estonian, Fulani, Greek, Gujarati, Hebrew, Hmong, Hungarian, Igbo, Ilocano, Ilonggo, Indonesian, Italian, Karen, Kikuyu, Kinyarwanda, Kurdish, Latvian, Lingala, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malay, Malayalam, Marathi, Marshallese, Mongolian, Nepali, Oromo, Palauan, Rohingya, Rundi, Shona, Sinhalese, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Somali, Swahili, Tajik, Tamil, Telugu, Turkish, Turkmen, Twi, Uzbek, Wolof, Yoruba, Zulu.

TIER 2 - Chuukese, Czech, Ewe, Finnish, Georgian, Hakha Chin, Khmu, Kyrgyz, Luganda, Mandinka, Norwegian, Soninke, Tongan.

TIER 3 - Dinka, Kayah, Kosrean, Kunama, Iu Mien, Navajo, Nuer, Pohnpeian, Runyoro, Sangho, Tibetan.

If your language specialty is not listed above, you are welcome to apply if you meet all requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - You must meet ALL of the following requirements:

  • Current certification from one of the following: 1) American Translators Association (ATA), 2) DSHS LTC
  • If you do not meet the above requirement, you must have: 1) An academic degree or formal translation certificate from an accredited institution, 2) Two years of professional translation experience, 3) Verification of passing a written language fluency exam, and 4) Agree to participate in a mandatory two-person quality assurance workflow.
  • 18+ years of age.
  • Adhere to Prisma's Master Service Agreement (MSA), related MSA Addenda.
  • Fluent in English and the target language.
  • Experience and ability to use modern CAT tools - we provide XTM to you.
  • Ability to work with PC and MAC formats including MS Word, Adobe Acrobat, PDFs with fillable fields, rich text, and XML/text blocks. You must have Adobe Acrobat on your device and know how to use Adobe's markup tools in a PDF file.
  • Reliable desktop PC or laptop with dedicated, secure, high-speed internet connection.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide purely human written translations using a Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tool. We provide XTM access to you. Machine/AI translation is strictly prohibited.
  • 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 check steps (before delivery) to ensure the target translation is error-free and true to the meaning of the source document.
  • Deliver completed jobs by given deadlines and project budgets.
  • Review formatted target language PDF files for accuracy; mark any corrections needed. Using Adobe mark-up 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), solution implementation.
  • Take all measures necessary to protect and keep private 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 ability is a plus.

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.

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