Do you have a passion for languages? Are you interested in working in the translation industry? There are a range of vacancies and careers available, both online and in offices all around the world. You can find translation agencies based in popular cities like London, Paris, New York, Sydney and other worldwide locations which hire staff all year round for a range of positions.
Types of Jobs Available
These are some of the most popular ways and position to work on in the translation industry:
• Online/freelance translator
• In-house translator
• Translation project manager
• Transcreation project manager
• Language consultant
• Account manager
• Localisation manager
• Customer success
• Copywriter
• Multilingual SEO
• Dubbing, subtitling
• Translation quality assurance
• Game tester
• International social media manager
Translation Jobs FAQ
Is translation a good career?
There are lots of benefits for a career working in the industry. You’ll get to work on exciting projects, and see your work go live in print, on tv, films and multiple other areas. Imagine working on a project for a company like Amazon Prime or Netflix! With a lot of language translator jobs you can also work from home.
Most in-demand languages
You can find work translation in so many languages but these are some of the most in-demand translation languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Japanese.
Can I work abroad as a translator?
Yes! Some companies allow remote working, or if you work as a freelance translator, you can work from any location as long as you have access to the internet.
How to find work as a translator?
You can find translator jobs for students, graduates and professionals. Most recruiters require interpreters and translators to have a bachelor’s degree in subjects like foreign language, business, and communications. If you have previous experience you will really boost your chances of getting work. You can find some companies offering translation jobs where you can work from home with little/no experience, but not many. If you are lacking experience you could consider studying relevant courses or doing internships to boost your skills, knowledge and experience. This is a great way to gain entry level translation jobs.
Which country is best to work as a translator?
German is one of the most popular countries to work as a translator and salaries here are among the highest in the world. German is often used for business translations, and there is always demand. Usually though it isn’t the country, but the language which can provide the best money and opportunities. For example, if you are fluent in a language like Japanese, then this opens up lots of doors and can provide a really lucrative career.
Salaries
Translation isn’t one of the highest paying industries to work, but if you work for a translation agency, get regular work, or get employment through working for an organisation like the UN then you can make a comfortable living (read how to become a UN interpreter).
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