Web translator functions
In this post, you can ref key functions of Web translator in details. Based on this function list, you can set up daily duties, we...
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In this
post, you can ref key functions of Web translator in details. Based on
this function list, you can set up daily duties, weekly duties, monthly tasks/activities.
I.
List of Web translator duties:
- The accurate and complete production of translations of documents primarily patents and other related linguistic tasks (including ad hoc proofreading and approval as required).
- Daily checking of forthcoming work schedules and liaison with Translation Coordinator
- Liaison with the allocation team and production team as required
- Review of each job ticket for specific translation order requirements
- Clear dictation of translations
- Drawing customer’s attention to flaws in source text
- Resolution of individual text queries
- Use of research methods to resolve queries
- Assistance to production staff as required
- Signing of certificates
- Attendance at notary as necessary
- Input to Sales team as necessary
- Approval of own work after proofreading
- Checking other translators’ work when resource planning demands
- Cover for colleagues’ approvals as required
II.
List of Web translator qualifications
- A PhD and additional language qualifications are also desirable
- Previous translation/proofreading experience / Specific industry or research sector knowledge & experience / Knowledge of other languages / Experience in intellectual property is desirable
- Keen eye for detail
- Accurate language/grammar abilities
- Research ability
- Problem solving ability
- Ability/desire to work as an individual, but as part of the wider translation team
- Proven translation ability / Ability to prioritise work / Communication skills (liaison with other departments) / IT skills – use of email, internet, archive, database, translation software e.g. Trados desirable
- Sound judgement
- Willingness to take responsibility for allocated workload
- Willingness to assist colleagues – by covering their tasks occasionally or by helping to assist with queries
- Ability to plan and prioritise continually changing schedule
