About the role
Translators work on converting text from one language to another, while preserving the meaning, style, and tone. They may specialize in various fields such as literature, technology, or law. Educational paths often include language studies at universities or interpreter and translator institutes.Responsibilities
Translators read and analyze the source text, use appropriate translation strategies, and produce a target text in the desired language. They must ensure that the translation is accurate and culturally adapted. Quality control and editing of translations are also an important part of their work.Skills and tools
Translators need excellent language skills in both the source and target languages, as well as a deep understanding of cultural nuances. They often use CAT tools (Computer-Assisted Translation) such as Trados or MemoQ. Good research ability and accuracy are essential for the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are lingvistik, sökordsoptimering/seo and språkgranskning.