Italian Translator
Robert Half · Corte Madera, CA · 3 wk ago
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This long-term contract opportunity is fully remote and offers a steady 40-hour workweek for an initial three-month engagement, with the possibility of extension based on business needs and performance.
About the role
In this role, you will shape high-end brand messaging in Italian, partnering with creative and localization teams to ensure every piece of content feels refined, culturally relevant, and true to the brand voice.
Responsibilities
- Establish and refine Italian language standards, tone guidance, and style documentation to support consistent brand communication across channels.
- Review and enhance translated marketing, digital, and editorial materials to ensure accuracy, fluency, and alignment with luxury brand expectations.
- Provide direction and constructive feedback to external language partners to maintain quality and consistency in Italian content delivery.
- Work closely with copywriters, designers, and localization stakeholders to adapt messaging effectively for Italian-speaking audiences.
- Perform market and cultural research to inform language choices and strengthen resonance within the Italian retail landscape.
- Support terminology oversight and quality control processes to improve translation accuracy across high-volume content projects.
- Ensure Italian copy reflects the global brand identity while remaining natural, compelling, and locally relevant.
- Manage multiple assignments within tight timelines and respond effectively to evolving priorities.
Requirements
- Native-level fluency in Italian with strong command of English.
- Approximately five years of translation experience focused on product, brand, or marketing content.
- Background supporting luxury, retail, or other internationally recognized consumer brands.
- Demonstrated strength in proofreading, copy editing, linguistic quality assurance, and style guide creation.
- Strong understanding of Italian cultural context and language nuances, particularly within premium brand environments.
- Experience using translation and content tools, including translation management platforms such as Phrase.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle large volumes of work and meet deadlines in a fast-moving setting.
- Flexibility to accommodate occasional evening or Saturday requests when business needs arise.
Schedule
40-hour workweek, fully remote.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
- Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.
- Access to free online training.