Copy Writer & Translator

Summary

Join Brafton as a fully remote freelance German Writer and Translator! Create original German content and translate website copy from English to German. You will need native-level German fluency, strong writing skills, and cultural awareness. Responsibilities include writing compelling content, translating website content, collaborating with teams, conducting research, and adapting tone for different audiences. This ongoing, part-time role requires 1-3 years of professional writing experience, a bachelor's degree or higher, and a portfolio. Client interaction and meeting deadlines are crucial.

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of AP (Associated Press) Style is a plus