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Translator

Sterling, VA · Remote

$44K - $58K/yr

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How much do freelance turkish translator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance turkish translator in the United States is $57,200.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Freelance Turkish Translator job?

A Freelance Turkish Translator is a language professional who translates written or spoken content between Turkish and another language, typically on a project-by-project basis. They work independently for clients such as businesses, publishers, and individuals, helping with documents, websites, legal texts, or multimedia content. This job requires strong language skills, cultural knowledge, and proficiency in translation tools. Freelancers set their own rates, schedules, and work remotely or on-site as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Freelance Turkish Translator position, and why are they important?

A Freelance Turkish Translator should possess strong fluency in both Turkish and at least one other language (commonly English), excellent knowledge of grammar and cultural nuances, and ideally a relevant degree or translation certification. Familiarity with Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, terminology databases, and industry-standard software (such as SDL Trados or MemoQ) is highly valuable. Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with clients are essential soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate, timely translations and high client satisfaction in a competitive freelance market.

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Freelance Turkish Translators often navigate challenges such as inconsistent workloads, tight deadlines, and the need to constantly adapt to new subject areas or terminology. To manage these, successful translators develop strong time-management practices, build a diverse client base, and continually update their language and technical skills. Many also join professional networks or translation communities to exchange resources, seek advice, and find collaboration opportunities. Taking proactive steps to address these challenges can lead to a more stable workflow and ongoing professional growth in the field.

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Freelance Turkish <>English Translator

Cactus Communications Services Pte. Ltd.

Avenel, NJ • Remote

$44K - $58K/yr

Other

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Job Description

We are looking for experienced translators to work on academic manuscripts written in Turkish/English. To qualify, you must have technical expertise in your field. Experience working in a foreign-language setting will be preferred. Essentially, your work will involve translating an academic research paper from the original language to native Turkish/English.


Responsibilities

  • Accurately convey the meaning of the source text
  • Research legal, technical, and scientific phraseology to find the most appropriate terms
  • Produce a grammatically correct final version

Qualifications and Prerequisites

  • Applicants must meet any one of the following criteria:
    1. A degree in Translation or an equivalent degree that includes significant translation training, from a recognized institution
    2. A graduate (or higher) degree in any other field from a recognized institution of higher education plus two years of comprehensive professional experience in translation
    3. Five years of comprehensive professional experience in translation

Benefits of this Role

  • Flexibility to determine your own schedule and work hours
  • Work from anywhere! You will gain access to a list of projects and be able to preview the files before you decide to accept each project
  • There is no minimum commitment required

About CACTUS

CACTUS is a science communication and technology company. We specialize in AI products and solutions that improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered. Learn more: https://cactusglobal.com/


Awards and Recognition

  • Cactus Communications has consistently ranked among the top 20 on the global list of the Top 100 Companies for Telecommute Jobs since 2016.
  • Cactus Communications is Great Place to Work-Certified™ (2022). This means that the majority of our employees say we are a great place to work!
  • Cactus Communications has been named one of Quartz's Best Companies for Remote Workers 2022.
  • Recognised as one of India’s Best Workplaces in Health and Wellness (2021) by Great Place to Work
  • Recognised as one of the ‘Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2021’ by HR Asia
  • Featured among Asia’s 100 Most Admired Brands (2020)
Qualifications:
  • Applicants must meet any one of the following criteria:
    1. A degree in Translation or an equivalent degree that includes significant translation training, from a recognized institution
    2. A graduate (or higher) degree in any other field from a recognized institution of higher education plus two years of comprehensive professional experience in translation
    3. Five years of comprehensive professional experience in translation
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