Translator - Transcriptionist (Virginia)

About Prisma International, Inc.

Prisma is a dynamic and growing language services provider committed to delivering exceptional translation solutions to clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on our dedication to linguistic excellence and client satisfaction. We are expanding our independent contractor team and seeking experienced Translators / Transcriptionists with current documentation of ILR 3+ test scores in reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension in both English and a non-English language.

Language Combinations - English to and from the following . If your language is not listed, you are encouraged to apply if you possess the minimum qualifications and skills listed further below.

Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Czech, Filipino (Tagalog), French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian (Farsi), Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese

Tasks & Responsibilities :

• Provide accurate (verbatim) translations / transcriptions of documents and audio files to and from English and a foreign language. Content will include, but not be limited to :
• Law Enforcement Sensitive (LES) topics : Inmate-written correspondence, recorded telephone calls, electronic messaging, inmate-related voice recordings, video visit recordings, etc
• Audio transcriptions containing slang and idioms in both languages
• Other legal / court materials such as prison staff forms, official statements, affidavits, depositions, etc
• Adhere to all project work instructions, glossaries and reference materials provided to you
• Ensure the source content's concept, style and register are culturally and linguistically appropriate for the target language
• Perform language quality check steps (before delivery) to ensure the target translation is error free and true to the meaning of the source document
• Deliver completed translation jobs by the given deadlines and project budgets
• Review formatted target language PDF files for accuracy; mark any corrections needed. (Using Adobe Acrobat markup tools is required.)
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with Prisma team members
• Participate in quality management processes, e.g. Corrective Action Reports (CAR), Root Cause Analyses (RCA), solution implementation
• Take all measures necessary to protect and keep private any sensitive information shared with you to carry out translation projects (e.g. PHI, PII, SBU)
• If onboarded, you will adhere to the policies and processes defined in the Master Service Agreement (MSA), Addendums, and Prisma Vendor Guide

Requirements

Essential Skills

Deep understanding of the cultures associated with the source and target languages.

Subject matter expertise in legal terminology, law enforcement and courts content.

Excellent writing, reading, speaking and listening skills.

Meticulous attention to detail.

Desired Skills / Attributes

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