Jobs As a Translator
The job of a translator is to transfer the meaning of written text from one language to another. In contrast, interpreters are responsible for transferring the meaning of the spoken word. Language majors often look for employment in these fields.
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Qualifications
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, translators must be fluent in at least two languages. Translators should also have a thorough understanding of each translated text's subject matter. Translators specialize in specific industries based on their educational background or corporate experience.
Employment
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Translators can find full-time employment at educational institutions, hospitals and translation agencies, as well as governmental agencies like the United Nations in New York. Freelance translators can sometimes find work within the same industries or choose to work for private companies or individuals.
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Earnings
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Full-time translators earn an hourly wage or an annual salary, while freelance translators are typically paid per translated word. In the United States, the mean average salary for full-time employees was $29,000 to $52,000 in 2008. Freelance translators can earn anywhere from as little as a penny a word to over 12 cents, according to TranslationDirectory.com.
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