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Dulles, VA · Remote

$44K - $58K/yr

Foreign Language Translation Quality Reviewer (Remote) Location: Remote - Work from Anywhere Employment Type: Contract / Freelance Start Date: Immediate Job Summary We are seeking native foreign ...

Manage linguists engaged by reviewing work quality and providing feedback to ensure Propio and ... Act as a liaison between translators and evaluators for projects * Manage communications for ...

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What is a translation reviewer?

Translation Reviewers are professionals who evaluate, edit, and proofread translated content to ensure accuracy, fluency, and cultural appropriateness. They compare translated documents to the original text to check for errors, inconsistencies, and adherence to client or industry standards. Translation Reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining quality and consistency in multilingual communications, often working closely with translators and project managers. Their expertise helps deliver clear, accurate, and culturally relevant translations.

How does a translation reviewer typically collaborate with translators and project managers during a translation project?

As a Translation Reviewer, you play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of translated content. You’ll frequently collaborate with translators to provide feedback on linguistic nuances, consistency, and terminology usage, often resolving queries or clarifying intent. Project managers rely on your expertise to meet client expectations and deadlines, so you’ll also participate in project briefings and updates. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as this role often involves balancing quality standards with project timelines.

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

To excel as a Translation Reviewer, you need advanced proficiency in at least two languages, a strong grasp of grammar and style, and previous translation or linguistic experience. Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, terminology databases, and quality assurance software is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for providing constructive feedback and ensuring translation accuracy. These abilities are essential to maintain high linguistic quality, consistency, and client satisfaction in multilingual content.

What is the difference between Translation Reviewer vs Translator?

AspectTranslation ReviewerTranslator
Required CredentialsLanguage proficiency, translation experience, sometimes certificationLanguage proficiency, translation skills, often certification or degree
Work EnvironmentEditing and quality assurance in offices or remote settingsCreating original translations in offices, remote, or client sites
Employer & Industry UsagePublishing, localization, agencies, corporate communicationPublishing, localization, freelance, corporate communication
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that a Translation Reviewer focuses on evaluating and improving existing translations for accuracy and quality, while a Translator creates original content in the target language. Both roles require strong language skills and often similar credentials, but their responsibilities differ in the translation process.

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Thai Translation Reviewer Editor Certifier

Remote

Translation Excellence
Translation Services • 1 - 10 employees

Other

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Job Posting

This is a remote position. What we are seeking – Thai Linguists to support the federal and local law enforcement community by providing real time translation services in a fast-paced environment. Job Summary: Linguist is responsible for performing real-time translations or sensitive material from a foreign language into English; collecting, analyzing, identifying, and decoding of colloquialisms and slang terms; Extracting pertinent information and communicating that information to law enforcement agent(s). Linguist is responsible for transcribing and translating source documents and recordings from storage media, including but not limited to audio files, video files or digital media.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Listens to oral intercepts in English or Foreign language and provides verbal and written synopsis.
  • Linguist is responsible for relating all pertinent information to the Client.
  • Contribute to the master list of slang words and codes (used by that group/organization) for the duration of the project/case.
  • Maintains a voice library for the duration of the project.
  • During inactive or low periods of activity, transcribes and translates pertinent calls, other audio files and electronic messages assigned by their supervisor.
  • Produce court ready transcriptions and translations of pertinent calls following the required format.
  • Responsible for using the various reference tools created during the project
  • Ability to transcribe and translate a minimum of 18 - 22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8-hour day.
  • Operates specialized translation equipment provided by the government to include JSI voice box, Pen-link, Comverse, and other communication collection equipment used at their assigned site.
  • Maintain a daily log of productivity.
  • Duties are performed via a government approved computer system. Employees are required to possess strong computer skills in MS Word and Excel.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree AND three (3) years' experience in a professional setting OR Associate degree AND five (5) years' experience in a professional setting OR a High School Diploma AND seven (7) years of experience.
  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
  • Must have knowledge of source language colloquial terms and expressions.
  • Knowledgeable is SMS language, social media and Webchat.
  • Must be able to obtain a law enforcement sensitive clearance
  • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written skills in both the source and target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  • Must be able to obtain an ALTA Language certificate in Foreign Language and English
  • Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel; PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with different departments within the company, employees and with clients.
  • Ability to take technical direction and feedback from various sources.
  • Must be able to identify and escalate non-technical issues to Operations Supervisor, Field and Site Supervisors and Team Leads in a timely and effective manner
  • Committed to providing outstanding customer service and representing TE in a Professional manner.
  • Requires the ability to prioritize work, meet stringent deadlines, balance multiple tasks and work in a team environment.
  • Must be able to testify based on completed work product
  • Ability to translate/transcribe 18-22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8/hour day when performing Linguist duties.
  • Ability to type 45 WPM
  • Available to work a minimum of 32 hours per week.
  • Must be available to work a flexible schedule, to include nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must be available to work a minimum of 32 consecutive labor hours per week, 8 hours per shift, when assigned to local projects
  • SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance Favorable credit check for all cleared positions Successfully pass a background investigation, medical and drug screen.
  • Must be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident Residency requirement -3 consecutive years in the last 5 years.
  • Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees. Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0% - 10% of the time. Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0% - 10% of the time. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time. Sitting: 90% to 95% of the time.