Freelance Copy Writer & Translator - German

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Qualifications:

Native-level German proficiency with excellent grammar and writing skills., Fluent in English, both written and spoken., 1-3 years of professional writing experience, with a portfolio or samples required., A bachelor's or more advanced degree, with strong attention to detail and understanding of SEO best practices..

Key responsibilities:

  • Create original German content and translate website copy from English to German.
  • Conduct subject matter interviews with client contacts to ensure accurate content.
  • Collaborate with marketing, SEO, and project management teams to meet deadlines.
  • Research industry-specific topics to ensure correct context and terminology use.

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Job description

This is a fully remote freelance opportunity and is open to candidates in any location.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Brafton is looking for a skilled German Writer and Translator to create original German content and translate website copy from English into German. The ideal candidate will possess native-level German fluency, strong writing skills, and a keen eye for cultural nuance, ensuring translations read naturally and align with brand tone and voice.

The copy writing will involve creating strong, creative, and industry-specific pieces that are incorporated into content marketing campaigns for Brafton's Germany-based clients. Client experience is paramount for us, meaning you are expected to conduct subject matter interviews with client contacts. Viable candidates must handle long-form articles and web copy on deadline.

This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving translation, research, interviews, ideation, and writing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Write compelling, accurate, and engaging content in German.
  • Translate website content from English to German, ensuring linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and brand consistency.
  • Collaborate with marketing, SEO and project management teams to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
  • Conduct research to ensure correct context and terminology use, especially for industry-specific topics.
  • Adapt tone and style for different audiences and content types.

  • SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
  • Native-level German proficiency, with excellent grammar and writing skills.
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
  • 1-3 years of professional writing experience.
  • Proven experience in writing and translation (portfolio or samples required).
  • A bachelor's or more advanced degree.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills with an extreme attention to detail.
  • Comprehensive understanding of SEO and best practices for branded writing.
  • Strong, efficient research abilities and the ability to quickly learn, understand, and write about complex subjects.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills, with a desire to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-oriented environment.
  • A creative approach to client briefs and content marketing goals.
  • Strong videoconferencing presence for client meetings.
  • A self-starter with the ability to work independently and in collaboration with other team members in a fully remote environment.
  • Knowledge of AP (Associated Press) Style is a plus.
  • Required profile

    Experience

    Industry :
    Marketing & Advertising
    Spoken language(s):
    GermanEnglish
    Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

    Other Skills

    • Writing
    • Editing
    • Time Management
    • Research
    • Detail Oriented
    • Collaboration
    • Creativity

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