Linguists should have experience working on projects involving content writing, creative writing, copy writing and editing. The should be very culturally aware of the market they are working on. They should also have an understanding of software translation.

Translators with experience in literary translation, writing and blogging, journalism can also be considered for this role.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

The transcreator performs tasks such as transcreation, copy writing, review and quality control on assigned projects; ensures that the work is performed at a satisfactorily high standard within the specified deadlines.

Major responsibilities will include:

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages; Journalism; or similar. At least 2 year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience is a plus.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

Native speaker of Malay.

Excellent command of source,

5+ years of experience for transcreators (this is negotiable based on actual skills),

7+ years of experience for reviewers, including at least 2 in a reviewer/lead capacity (this is negotiable based on actual skills),

All resources should be experienced marketing translators/reviewers (3+ years).

Communication: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Reasoning Ability: 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.

Other:

Thorough understanding of the localization process

Excellent user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications

Strong inclination towards internet media, up-to-date with new gadgets and mobile applications released into the market

Knowledge of CAT tools

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 give clear, concise and constructive feedback

Excellent problem solving skills

Flexibility and willingness to learn

Proactive

Curious

Eye for detail

Ability to think outside the box

Ability to work on high volumes and tight deadlines, and still maintain the necessary focus to provide to quality creative copy