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Aquent · 2 weeks ago

French Linguist [206081]

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$39/hr - $43/hr

3+ years exp

Aquent is partnering with a globally recognized brand renowned for its exceptional taste and commitment to delivering unparalleled quality and design. They are seeking a talented linguistic expert to join their Brand Copy Team, where the role involves translating and proofreading brand content from English to French while ensuring alignment with the brand's voice and aesthetic.

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Responsibilities

Translate and proofread compelling and engaging brand content from English into French, ensuring it aligns perfectly with the brand’s unique voice and aesthetic

Review, proofread, and meticulously edit translated materials to guarantee accuracy, clarity, and impeccable grammar, maintaining the highest quality standards for all French messaging

Collaborate closely with the Brand Copy Team to define and uphold the messaging strategy and tone of voice specifically for the French market

Champion the company’s brand voice and tone guidelines, ensuring absolute consistency across all French communications

Work alongside translators for other languages to ensure cohesive tone of voice and messaging strategies across all international markets

Liaise with external language partners to align on messaging for translated content

Conduct in-depth research on industry trends, competitors, and the target audience to ensure messaging is always relevant and engaging for the market

Partner with creative production teams, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent and timely delivery of high-quality content

Contribute to the maintenance of the French Style Guide, ensuring its alignment with other language style guides

Embrace feedback and readily adapt your work to meet evolving project requirements and brand needs

Qualification

Translation experienceProofreadingNative French proficiencyCAT toolsStrategic thinkingCollaborative mindsetOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

Native proficiency in French with full professional proficiency in English

Minimum of 3-5 years of translation experience, with a strong preference for experience within a luxury, retail, or other globally recognized brand environment

Demonstrated ability to produce clear, persuasive, and engaging copy with impeccable grammar and style when translating from English to French

Proficiency in CAT tools and familiarity with translation management systems

Strong strategic thinking capabilities and the ability to make decisions that support business objectives in the French market

Exceptional proofreading and editing skills with a meticulous eye for accuracy and detail

A collaborative mindset and proven ability to work effectively within a team setting

Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meeting deadlines

Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and enthusiastically take on new challenges

Availability to field occasional requests outside of normal business hours