Freelance Translator and QC (KOR to ENG)

Role Description This is a remote contract role for a Freelance Translator/QC (KOR to ENG) at CJ OliveNetworks. The translator will accurately translate Korean source content into clear, natural English while preserving meaning, tone, and style. Day-to-day tasks include translating marketing, technical, and corporate materials; reviewing translated content for quality, consistency, and terminology; and performing QA checks against source texts. The role involves collaborating with internal teams, following style guides and glossaries, and meeting agreed deadlines. The freelancer is expected to manage workload independently, maintain confidentiality, and provide timely communication on project status and issues.

Qualifications

• Strong command of Korean and native-level or near-native proficiency in English, with excellent grammar, vocabulary, and stylistic control.
• Demonstrated experience in translation and quality control, including reviewing, editing, and polishing KOR to ENG content.
• Ability to follow client-specific terminology, style guides, and brand voice, and to adapt tone for different content types (marketing, technical, corporate).
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency, with strong skills in spotting linguistic, formatting, and terminology issues.
• Proficiency with standard translation tools and productivity software (CAT tools, glossaries, QA tools, MS Office or Google Workspace).
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a remote setting.
• Effective written communication and collaboration skills for working with project managers and other linguists.
• Familiarity with internationalization/localization processes and best practices is an advantage.

Requirements

Must be familiar with SubtitleEdit and have experience with SRT files

Willing to train the right candidate