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UnitedMasters | Translation

VP, Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$212K - $273K/yr

... music, and culture to build products that unlock opportunity for creators everywhere. With a collaborative, creator-led mindset, we work closely with Translation, our in-house creative agency-to ...

UnitedMasters | Translation

VP, Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$212K - $273K/yr

... music, and culture to build products that unlock opportunity for creators everywhere. With a collaborative, creator-led mindset, we work closely with Translation, our in-house creative agency-to ...

UMT - Internal

VP, Marketing

New York, NY · On-site

Serve as a thruline across product, engineering, data science, design, music, sales, and Translation, unifying our narrative and building efficient cross-functional processes * Define creative briefs ...

UMT - Internal

VP, Marketing

New York, NY · On-site +1

Serve as a thruline across product, engineering, data science, design, music, sales, and Translation, unifying our narrative and building efficient cross-functional processes * Define creative briefs ...

UMT - Internal

Head of Legal

New York, NY · Hybrid

UnitedMasters has taken the bold step of building a music distribution service that, radically ... and Translation LLC. This role operates at a strategic level, advising the business on risk ...

UMT - Internal

Head of Legal

New York, NY · On-site

UnitedMasters has taken the bold step of building a music distribution service that, radically ... and Translation LLC. This role operates at a strategic level, advising the business on risk ...

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How much do music translation jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for music translation 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 music translation?

Music translation is the process of adapting the lyrics, meaning, and sometimes the cultural context of a song from one language to another. This process goes beyond word-for-word translation, focusing on preserving the rhythm, rhyme, emotional tone, and musicality of the original piece. Music translators must have a deep understanding of both languages and cultures, as well as musical knowledge, to ensure the translated song feels natural and resonates with the new audience. This work is essential for artists aiming to reach international audiences while maintaining the integrity of their music.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a music translator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Music Translator, you need fluency in at least two languages, a deep understanding of musical terminology, and strong translation or linguistics credentials. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs), notation software, and CAT (computer-assisted translation) tools is often required. Excellent listening skills, cultural sensitivity, and creativity help convey both the literal and emotional content of lyrics and scores. These abilities ensure accurate, expressive translations that preserve the integrity of the original music across different languages and audiences.

What are some unique challenges faced in music translation, and how do translators typically address them?

Music translation involves more than just converting lyrics from one language to another—it requires carefully preserving the song's rhythm, rhyme, and emotional impact. Translators often face the challenge of finding equivalent expressions that fit the melody and cultural context without losing the original meaning. To address this, they collaborate closely with musicians, lyricists, and sometimes native speakers to ensure the translated lyrics sound natural and align with the music. Flexibility and creativity are key, as is a strong understanding of both source and target languages' musical traditions.

What is the difference between Music Translation vs Music Localization?

AspectMusic TranslationMusic Localization
CredentialsLanguage proficiency, translation certificationsLanguage skills, cultural knowledge, translation certifications
Work EnvironmentStudio, remote, translation agenciesStudio, production companies, localization firms
Industry UsageConverting lyrics or music content into different languagesAdapting music content for specific markets, including lyrics, packaging, and marketing
Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding language translation for musicAdapting music for different regions and cultures

Music Translation focuses on converting lyrics and music content into different languages, ensuring accurate linguistic representation. Music Localization involves adapting music content, including lyrics, packaging, and marketing, to suit specific cultural markets. While both roles require language skills and cultural understanding, localization encompasses a broader scope of market adaptation beyond translation alone.

Do music translators make a lot of money?

Music translators typically earn moderate wages that vary based on experience, language pairs, and project complexity. While some may earn competitive rates for specialized work, overall income can be inconsistent and often depends on freelance opportunities or employment with media companies. Advanced skills in music terminology and translation tools can improve earning potential.

What cities are hiring for Music Translation jobs?

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Infographic showing various Music Translation job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 46% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,200 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Part Time - Music Instructor

Yuba City, CA • On-site

Yuba Community College District
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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$1.3K - $2.3K/wk

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver instructional lectures for music courses up to 10 hours/week

  • Organize and teach all levels of music classes and assess Student Learning Outcomes each semester

  • Teach day, evening, and/or weekend assignments, including distance learning and accelerated courses

Job description

Position Information
Job Title Part Time - Music Instructor Location Woodland Community College - Woodland, CA Job Description
BASIC FUNCTION: 
  • Develop and deliver instructional lectures for music courses up to 10 hours/week
  • Organize and teach all levels of music classes
  • Use appropriate teaching methods to facilitate student learning;
  • Teach day, evening, and/or weekend teaching assignments, which may include distance learning (interactive television, online) and accelerated courses;
  • Assess Student Learning Outcomes every semester;
  • Participate in department, division, and college-wide initiatives and committees if desired
Essential Duties Summary
REQUIRED DUTIES:
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Required Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate, by the final filing date, must possess the minimum qualifications stated below:
  • Master's in music OR
  • Bachelor's in music AND
  • Master's in humanities
  • OR the equivalent.
  • EQUIVALENCY REQUIREMENT: All applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications specified by the Yuba Community College District (YCCD) by the application filing date. Alternatively, applicants must have obtained an equivalency determination from the District before the publication of the Recruitment Announcement. This ensures that candidates either meet the standard qualifications or have received official recognition of their equivalent qualifications. Please click here for equivalency application.
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in teaching music at high school or college level. For sabbatical replacement in 2024-25 academic year, we especially seek candidates with choral and musical directing experiences, and/or experiences in teaching music history, voice or piano.
Physical Demands Range/Step Class I - VII (Based on degree and teaching experience). Salary Range Steps 1: $1,377.25 - Step 10: $2,306.66 per unit. Benefits Information
PART-TIME (less than .60 FTE): Part-time positions less than .60 FTE are not entitled to any District paid fringe benefits.
YCAFT Salary Schedule
2024-2027 YC AFT Contract
EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.

The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Commitment to Diversity
Posting Detail Information
Internal vs. External External Posting Number AS859P Open Date Close Date Review Start Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
The Yuba Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Part-time instructor positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year-round based on college needs. This pool is open continuously and refreshed every two years.

Applicants in this pool will remain active for two years. After two years applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.
Important Instructions:
  • To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of a Resume, Letter of Interest, EEO/Diversity Statement and Unofficial Transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
  • FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Click HERE for a list of acceptable agencies providing foreign transcript services.
  • It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage.
  • Education Code 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis.
  • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility.
  • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee's first day on the job.

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