Job Summary

The Elite Job is seeking a highly skilled Freelance Translator (Indonesian) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately translating product-related content from English to Indonesian while ensuring cultural relevance and maintaining the brands voice. This is a fully remote, flexible opportunity ideal for individuals with strong linguistic skills and a keen eye for detail.

You will play a key role in bridging language gaps, ensuring that our products and services are accessible, understandable, and engaging for the Indonesian market.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate product descriptions, manuals, marketing materials, and related content from English to Indonesian with high accuracy.

• Ensure translations maintain the original meaning, tone, and context of the source material.

• Review and proofread translated content to ensure linguistic quality and consistency.

• Collaborate with the content, marketing, and product teams to meet project deadlines.

• Adapt translations to the cultural nuances and preferences of Indonesian audiences.

• Maintain a glossary of key terms and consistent use of brand-specific language.

• Participate in periodic quality checks and revisions as required by project managers.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Native or fluent proficiency in Indonesian with excellent command of English.

• Strong understanding of grammar, punctuation, and style in both languages.

• Familiarity with translation software (e.g., SDL Trados, MemoQ) is a plus.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects efficiently.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality translations.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of professional translation experience, preferably in product content, e-commerce, or marketing materials.

• Experience with localization projects or global content adaptation is highly desirable.

Working Hours

• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.

• Ability to meet deadlines and participate in occasional virtual meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Strong research skills to ensure accurate translations of technical or specialized terms.

• Ability to adapt tone and style to different types of content (informative, persuasive, marketing).

• High level of digital literacy, including familiarity with MS Office and online collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive freelance compensation per project or word count.

• Flexible schedule allowing for work-life balance.

• Remote work opportunity from anywhere in Indonesia.

• Opportunity to gain experience with international product content.

• Collaborative and supportive virtual work environment.

Why Join The Elite Job

At The Elite Job, we value innovation, diversity, and talent. As a Freelance Translator, you will be part of a global team that prioritizes quality, creativity, and cultural sensitivity. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, develop your translation expertise, and contribute to expanding our reach to Indonesian audiences.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• A resume/CV highlighting translation experience.

• Portfolio of previous translation work (preferably product-related).

• A brief cover letter explaining your interest and relevant skills.

Apply via email us with the subject line: Freelance Translator (Indonesian) Application