This is a fully remote freelance opportunity and is open to candidates in any location.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Brafton is looking for a skilled German translator to translate website copy from English into German. The ideal candidate will possess native-level German fluency, strong writing skills, and a keen eye for cultural nuance, ensuring translations read naturally and align with brand tone and voice.
This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving exclusively translation to start, with the potential to add original content writing in the future.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Translate website content from English to German, ensuring linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and brand consistency.Collaborate with marketing, SEO and project management teams to meet project deadlines and quality standards.Adapt tone and style for different audiences and content types.SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
Native-level German proficiency, with excellent grammar and writing skills.Fluent in English, both written and spoken.1-3 years of professional writing experience.Proven experience in writing and translation (portfolio or samples required).A bachelor's or more advanced degree.Excellent writing and editing skills with an extreme attention to detail.Comprehensive understanding of SEO and best practices for branded writing.Strong, efficient research abilities and the ability to quickly learn, understand, and write about complex subjects.Excellent time management and organizational skills, with a desire to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-oriented environment.A creative approach to client briefs and content marketing goals.Strong videoconferencing presence for client meetings.A self-starter with the ability to work independently and in collaboration with other team members in a fully remote environment.Knowledge of AP (Associated Press) Style is a plus.
