This is a remote position.
Thai to and from English Translator and/or Editor – (Remote – ongoing basis)
Freelance Independent Contractor
*** Must be a U.S. citizen willing to undergo a Tier 1 background investigation to include fingerprint completion
We seek experienced Thai-to-English and/or English-to-Thai translators and/or editors to join our team.
The work is for our U.S. government client and requires full U.S. citizenship to translate vital records, legal documents, official certificates, and academic transcripts. The role will consist of translating and editing various types of documentation.
Requirements
The ideal candidate meets the following requirements:
1. A native speaker of Thai and near-native English.
2. Bachelor’s degree in translation or an equivalent qualification.
3. A minimum of three to five years of proven experience as a translator and/or editor.
4. Reliable, able to meet deadlines, and highly productive.
5. A team player with excellent communication skills.
6. Must be equipped with up-to-date Windows software.
7. Excellent formatting skills.
8. Comfortable with one-to-two-day deadlines.
9. Able to provide per-word rates for either translations or editing or both.
10. Willing to accept assignments as needed.
Skills Required
- Full U.S. citizenship and willingness to undergo a Tier 1 background investigation including fingerprint completion
- Native speaker of Thai and near-native English
- Bachelor's degree in translation or equivalent qualification
- Minimum of three to five years proven experience as a translator and/or editor
- Reliable, able to meet deadlines, and highly productive
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Equipped with up-to-date Windows software
- Excellent formatting skills
- Comfortable with one-to-two-day deadlines
- Able to provide per-word rates for translations and/or editing
- Willing to accept assignments as needed
What We Do
Global Language Strategies LLC is an SBA 8a certified company focused on delivering superb language services, including linguist vetting, training, and project management. They are a recognized provider of high-quality certified translation services, supporting government initiatives.
