Consultant - Punjabi Translator (remote)

Role Summary

Location - Remote (25-30 hours per week)

Time Commitment - Part-Time

Reporting to - Team Lead - Product/Curriculum

Compensation - Rs. 100 to 150/- per hour

Key Job Areas

Translation and Content Review

• Translate educational content, quiz questions, messages for BOT, documents, and materials from English to Punjabi.
• Proofread and review translated video content based on TAP’s guidelines, providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Ensure translations are accurate, contextually appropriate, and culturally relevant.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• A clear writing style with an impeccable knowledge of spelling and grammar.

Video Integration and Editing

• Integrate translated questions into video formats using basic video tools (willingness to learn video editing tools is essential).
• Review and edit videos post-translation to ensure alignment with original content.

User Engagement and Experience Testing

• Collaborate with the User Experience (UX) team to design and translate weekly messages for TAP users.
• Ensure messages are relatable, culturally appropriate, and contribute to a seamless user experience.
• After integrating all user-facing elements (videos, messages, quizzes), test the entire weekly user interaction journey.
• Verify the logical flow, functionality, and accuracy of each element to ensure a high-quality user experience.

Skills

• Language Proficiency: Must have proficiency in reading, writing, and translating Punjabi.
• Strong command of the English language.
• Strong command of spelling, grammar, and cultural nuances in Punjabi
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate and high-quality translations. Strong proofreading and editing skills for translated content.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Availability to work a minimum of 25 hours per week within the timeframe of 10 AM to 6 PM.
• Cultural Awareness: Understanding of cultural nuances to ensure translations are contextually appropriate.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and understand project requirements.
• Proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets and other basic MS tools.
• Basic familiarity with video editing tools (like Canva) and willingness to learn new software.
• Previous experience in translation or related fields is a plus but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with translation software and tools is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Translation or a related field.
• Prior experience in translation or bilingual content creation is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong command of Punjabi and English languages.

Desired Competencies

• Strong analytical
• Problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication
• Teamwork skills
• Willingness to Learn and Grow
• Open to Feedback
• Pragmatic
• Organized Thinker
• Detail Orientation/Attention to Detail
• Strong interpersonal skills