Translator

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS - TRANSLATOR (Contractor)

POSITION TITLE: Lead, Translator – Field Communication (French Canadian)

REPORTS TO: Sr. Manager Store Experience

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Translator will be responsible for supporting our Canadian business with timely and accurate French translations of all store communications and resources through manual and computer assisted translation. Building and maintaining translation memory databases, while managing day-to-day field communication translations will be a key responsibility of this role. This position will work cross-functionally and with the Lead Translator - Store Operations to keep stores aligned and informed with all written materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage timely translations of all applicable day-to-day field communications
• Work with cross-functional partners to establish and improve a comprehensive translation process for field facing materials
• Maintenance of translation logs and timelines
• Develop translation memory databases and glossaries
• Proofread finished materials to ensure the original meaning, format and tone are conveyed through AEO brand standards
• Format applicable visual materials and/or graphics post-translation to ensure consistency across brands

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent certification in Translation or Interpreting
• Minimum Experience: 3 years translating or interpreting
• Fluent in both English and French Canadian
• Efficient in Adobe InDesign and Illustrator
• Skilled in Google Office applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and PDF formats.
• Experience working with CAT tools and Translation Memories
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with a critical attention to detail and deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal and provincial equal employment opportunity and human rights laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or any other ground protected by applicable human rights legislation. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline, and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

Job Type: Temps plein

Benefits:

• Travail à domicile

Schedule:

• 8 Heures
• Du Lundi au Vendredi

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• professional translator: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

• proficient French and English (written skills) (preferred)

Work Location: Remote