Translator - Elections

About This Role

Prisma International, a rapidly expanding language services provider, is actively seeking experienced and professional Translators to join their exclusive ELECTIONS team as independent contractors. The role involves delivering high-quality written translations primarily between English and your native language, with a strong emphasis on linguistic excellence, time management, and cultural/linguistic appropriateness.

Responsibilities

• Provide written translations using a Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tool (XTM will be provided)
• Adhere to all project work instructions, glossaries and reference materials
• Ensure the source content's concept, style and register are culturally and linguistically appropriate for the target language
• Perform language quality check steps (before delivery) to ensure the target translation is error-free and true to the meaning of the source document
• Deliver completed translation jobs by the given deadlines and project budgets
• Review formatted target language PDF files for accuracy; concisely mark any corrections needed using Adobe mark-up tools
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with Prisma team members
• Participate in quality management processes, e.g. Corrective Action Reports (CARs), Root Cause Analyses (RCAs), process improvement and solution implementation
• Take all measures necessary to protect and keep private sensitive information shared with you to carry out translation projects (e.g. PHI, PII, SBU)
• Adhere to policies and processes defined in Prisma's Master Service Agreement (MSA) and the Prisma Vendor Guide

Requirements

• Reside in the United States
• 18+ years of age
• Five (5) years of professional experience providing written translations to local, state or federal government offices as a contractor or sub-contractor, with two (2) of these acquired within the last five years
• Availability to support Prisma after business hours (evenings) and on weekends and holidays during an Election cycle
• Willing to abide by Prisma's Master Service Agreement (MSA) and related Addenda
• High proficiency in English and a native speaker of the target language(s)
• Reliable desktop PC or laptop with dedicated, secure, high-speed internet connection
• Experience using modern CAT tools (e.g. XTM, Trados, etc.)
• Adobe Acrobat on your device and the ability to use Adobe's markup tools on a PDF file
• At least one specific credential from a list of professional certifications/accreditations, OR an educational background in a language-related field of study coupled with the 5+ years government translation experience.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of professional experience providing written translations to local, state or federal government offices as a contractor or sub-contractor, with two (2) of those acquired within the last five years. Must have past Elections experience.

Nice to Have

• California elections experience
• Familiarity with voting materials: voter information guides, ballot measures, flyers, etc

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications