14 Essential Skills Professional Translators Share
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Fluency and advanced writing, speaking, and listening skills in native and secondary-language(s).
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Attention to detail and observant.
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Have strong background knowledge of the culture that corresponds to their language specialty.
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Comfortable working as part of a team while overseeing tasks.
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Possess great organizational skills that aid in balancing multiple projects or parts.
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Have a working knowledge of the translation field and its professional translation processes and possess good working skills.
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Aware of the factors that make a quality translated piece.
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Have the ability to proofread and edit rapidly without sacrificing quality.
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Have excellent time management skills.
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Open to getting and using constructive feedback.
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Value building trusting relationships with clients.
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Good command of using technology devices and various software.
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Open and able to quickly master new software as needed.
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Constantly seek out opportunities to learn new language and cultural facts.