The Translator 1 role is responsible for translating documents from English (or another qualified source language) into an assigned language.
The primary objective of this role is to ensure that final translations completely, fluently and culturally appropriately convey the original meaning of source content for the target audience.
- Translates materials assigned by Language Supervisor or Language Coordinator.
- Edits, reviews and proofreads translations completed by internal and external translation providers.
- Controls quality of post-production materials including but not limited to Galley and Print Proofs, Video Quality Check (VQC), and In-Context Review (ICR).
- Other duties as assigned by Language Supervisor.
(This may include interpreting for seminars, interviews, phone calls, etc.
Additional approval and certification are required to interpret for General Conference, CES Firesides and General Authority visits.
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- Bachelor's degree (preferably in linguistics, translation or a related field) or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience with a moderate degree of expertise (typically seen in a professional translator with at least 3 years of experience) in the assigned language and skill in writing, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and syntax of the assigned language; preference given to native language speakers who meet other qualifications.
- Fluency of spoken and written English and excellent knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and syntax.
- Ability to navigate through translation and business management tools, web interfaces, reading briefs and instructions, including entering data and downloading and uploading files.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and under sometimes stressful situations.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to provide regular updates on task status to supervisors and other project stakeholders.
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with operating systems and Microsoft Office preferred.Knowledge of Church doctrine, policies and ecclesiastical organization preferred.
Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools preferred.
- Additional approval and an internal certification are required to interpret for General Conference, CES Firesides and General Authority visits.