Traditional Chinese Linguist
On-siteNew York, United States
New York, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Manage translation, copy-edit, and lead support tasks for assigned projects, ensuring high-quality linguistic deliverables. Coordinate with freelancers and agencies, maintain language resources including glossaries and style guides, and resolve terminology queries. Test and qualify new vendors, develop internal linguists, and interact with clients on language matters while meeting productivity and delivery KPIs. Participate in process improvements and work within a virtual team to achieve team goals.
Required Qualifications
- University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience (University degree in other fields plus 2 years of full time experience in translation; OR 5 years of full time professional experience in translating)
- Native fluency in Traditional Chinese language
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken, in a variety of registers
- 4+ years of experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing
- 2+ years of review experience
- Thorough understanding of the localization process
- Good user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications
- Good user experience of standard CAT tools, e.g. XTM, SDL Studio and issue tracking and query management tools, e.g. JIRA
- Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent knowledge of terminology used in two or more subject matters
- Ability to work with tight deadlines
- Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, linguists
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge
- Ability, willingness and experience in communicating positively with customers at various levels
- Ability to work within a virtual team
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