We are seeking a skilled Chinese Translator to join our team, responsible for accurately translating a wide range of documents, communications, and multimedia content between Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) and English. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of both languages, an excellent understanding of cultural nuances, and the ability to convey meaning, tone, and context effectively. This is a remote position, requiring a high level of professionalism and self-discipline. 

Key Responsibilities

1. Document Translation: Translate various types of documents, including legal, technical, medical, and marketing materials from Chinese to English and vice versa, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
2. Interpretation: Provide live interpretation services during meetings, conferences, or phone calls, enabling clear communication between Chinese and English-speaking parties.
3. Cultural Localization: Adapt translations to ensure they are culturally appropriate for the target audience, considering idiomatic expressions, cultural references, and tone.
4. Proofreading and Editing: Review and revise translated materials to ensure they are free from errors and convey the intended meaning accurately.
5. Multimedia Translation: Translate subtitles, captions, or scripts for videos, webinars, and other multimedia content, maintaining the correct tone and meaning.
6. Collaboration: Work closely with other translators, editors, and project managers to ensure consistency and quality across all translations.
7. Project Management: Manage multiple translation projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and client requirements.
8. Terminology Management: Maintain glossaries, translation memory, and other language tools to ensure consistent use of terminology.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

1. Native or near-native proficiency in both Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) and English.
2. Proven experience as a translator or interpreter, with a portfolio of translated work.
3. Excellent understanding of cultural differences between Chinese-speaking regions and English-speaking countries.
4. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain the original tone and meaning in translations.
5. Experience with translation tools such as CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools is a plus.
6. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

The coverage begins for the employee the on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents

Cost to the employee to participate in the plan varies by the coverage selection and the number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining agreement

The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage is provided

Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual opt out payment.

Vision and Prescription

The coverage begins for the employee on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents

Contributions may vary, subject to collective bargaining agreement.

Dental Coverage

The coverage begins for the employee on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents

Contributions may vary, subject to collective bargaining agreement. 

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