Functional
Translation Resume Template

Jordan Ellis

Seattle, WA | (123) 456-7891 | [email protected]

Objective:

Multilingual translation professional with specialized experience in legal, technical, and business translations, aiming to contribute skills and knowledge in a dynamic translator position.

Skills:

  • Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Fluent), French (Conversational)
  • Technology: Proficient in Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) Tools like SDL Trados and MemoQ
  • Specialized Areas: Legal Documents, Business Contracts, Technical Manuals
  • Editing and Proofreading
  • Time Management
  • Communication and Attention to Detail

Professional Experience:

Freelance Translator
January 2018 – Present

  • Expertly translated a variety of legal and business documents, adapting to client-specific needs and industries.
  • Established trust through meticulous attention to confidentiality and client specifications.

Translation Intern
XYZ Translation Services
June 2017 – December 2017

  • Assisted in translating, proofreading, and ensuring document accuracy across various specialized areas.

Certifications:

  • Certified Translator (Spanish-English), American Translators Association (ATA)
  • Court Interpreter Certification

Education:

Master of Arts in Translation Studies
XYZ University, City, State, 2020

Strategic Resume Building-Skills and Certifications

When building your translation resume, emphasize at least two core technical skills and enhance them with key soft skills. Don’t forget to include relevant certifications to strengthen your professional credibility.

Common Skills

  • Bilingual Proficiency
  • Cultural Understanding
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication
  • Grammar and Linguistic Proficiency
  • Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) Tools
  • Time Management
  • Research Skills
  • Editing and Proofreading
  • Confidentiality

Common Certifications

  • Certified Translator (e.g., ATA Certification)
  • Certified Medical Interpreter
  • Court Interpreter Certification
  • Certified Legal Translator
  • Localization Certification
  • Certified Business Translator
  • Certified Language Professional (e.g., ALTA Certification)
  • Certified Technical Translator
  • Certified Conference Interpreter
  • Certified Translation Project Manager

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