Translation Coordinator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who manages the entire project between clients and translators, optimizing quality, schedule, and cost.
Description
Translation Coordinators manage translation projects consistently from order receipt to delivery. They conduct requirement hearings, estimate creation, task assignments to translators, progress tracking, process management using CAT tools, quality checks, and post-delivery feedback handling. By maintaining close communication with clients and translators, they balance cost, delivery time, and quality to provide stable and high-quality translation services.
Future Outlook
Due to globalization and expanding demand for multilingual content, demand for translation coordinators is steadily increasing. With the spread of AI translation, quality management and coordination skills in specialized fields are increasingly required.
Personality Traits
Can pay attention to details / Has cooperativeness / Has coordination skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Translation Assistant → Translation Coordinator → Senior Translation Coordinator → Translation Project Manager → Translation Department Manager
Required Skills
CAT Tool Operation / Project Management Skills / Quality Management / Schedule Management / Translation Process
Recommended Skills
Communication Tools (Slack Teams) / English Proficiency (Business) / IT Literacy (Basic) / Language Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because project scale and language combinations change easily. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary for translation quality control and ensuring terminology consistency. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for coordination and negotiation with translators and clients. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for managing multiple translation projects simultaneously. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it involves collaboration with translators, proofreaders, and clients. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not highly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- TOEIC L&R 800 or higher
- Translation Proficiency Test Level 2 or higher
Aliases
- Translation PM
- Translation Project Coordinator
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- Interpreter
- Localization Specialist
- Project Manager
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