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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Translation Coordinator to join our dynamic team. The Translation Coordinator will play a crucial role in managing translation projects, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery. This position requires excellent organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and a deep understanding of translation processes and linguistic nuances.
As a Translation Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing translation projects from initiation to completion. You will collaborate closely with translators, editors, proofreaders, and clients to ensure that all project requirements are clearly understood and met. Your role will involve assigning tasks to translators, monitoring project progress, and ensuring that deadlines are consistently met. You will also be responsible for quality assurance, reviewing translated documents to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to client specifications.
In addition, you will maintain and update translation databases, glossaries, and style guides to ensure consistency across all projects. You will also handle client communications, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns or feedback promptly and professionally. Your ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and maintain meticulous attention to detail will be essential to your success in this role.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in translation or linguistics, with proven experience in project coordination or management within a translation or localization environment. You should possess excellent interpersonal skills, enabling you to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, translators, and internal team members. Proficiency in translation management software and tools, as well as familiarity with various file formats and translation technologies, will be highly beneficial.
We value candidates who demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement. You should be proactive in identifying potential issues and implementing effective solutions to ensure smooth project execution. Your ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment, will be critical to your effectiveness in this role.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization, working on diverse translation projects across various industries. You will have the chance to develop your skills further, gain valuable experience, and advance your career within the translation and localization industry. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and competitive compensation and benefits.
If you are passionate about languages, committed to excellence, and eager to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for the Translation Coordinator position. Join our team and help us deliver exceptional translation services to our valued clients.
Responsibilities
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- Assign translation tasks to appropriate translators and linguists.
- Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery of translations.
- Perform quality assurance checks on translated documents for accuracy and consistency.
- Maintain and update translation databases, glossaries, and style guides.
- Communicate regularly with clients to provide project updates and address feedback.
- Resolve any issues or challenges that arise during translation projects.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project execution.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, or related field.
- Proven experience in translation project coordination or management.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in translation management software and tools.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Fluency in at least two languages, including English.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience coordinating translation projects?
- How do you ensure quality and accuracy in translation projects?
- What translation management software and tools are you familiar with?
- How do you handle tight deadlines and multiple simultaneous projects?
- Can you provide an example of how you resolved a challenging issue during a translation project?
