Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Japanese Translator/Interpreter to facilitate effective communication between Japanese speaking and non-Japanese speaking individuals. The ideal candidate will possess fluency in Japanese and English, with a strong understanding of cultural nuances. This role requires expertise in both interpretation and translation, ensuring accuracy and context are maintained in all communications

Responsibilities:

• Interpretation: - Provide real time translation during meetings, conferences, and events - Facilitate communication between Japanese speaking and non-Japanese speaking individuals
• Translation: - Translate written documents such as emails, reports, articles, and presentations from Japanese to English and vice versa - Ensure the original meaning and context are maintained in translations
• Cultural Mediation: - Understand and convey cultural nuances to avoid misunderstandings - Respect and uphold the confidentiality and privacy of interpreted information
• Specialized Knowledge: - Maintain knowledge of industry specific terminology relevant to the field - Utilize dictionaries, glossaries, and reference books to find the closest equivalents for terminology and words used
• Proofreading and Editing: - Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials to ensure accuracy and consistency
  

Requirements

Mandatory Skills:

• Fluency in Japanese and English
• Proficiency in using translation tools, including Amazon Translate, for translation tasks
• Excellent listening, speaking, and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience in translation and interpretation
• Deep understanding of Japanese culture and the culture of the target language

Qualifications:

• Certification such as the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is often required
• 10 years of experience in translation and interpretation

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