U, [+ ?# ? M; b; AReporting to the Mandarin Team Lead, the Mandarin Translator is responsible for translating technical product texts, marketing assets and SEO-driven texts. He/She will ensure that all translations are in line with SSENSE guidelines and quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses an excellent command of Simplified Chinese, meticulous attention to detail, and a keen interest in fashion.9 @# O. B8 _' A, f, Z
( [8 v. n& Q W7 h2 t2 V. D7 g. RRESPONSIBILITIES 7 ]- q! [8 {% f5 A6 tTranslate product information, designer biographies, and marketing copy in line with SSENSE terminology % H% }" Y# X/ }; LMonitor, maintain and update the terminology guidelines to ensure copy is consistent and accurate , _+ U7 ~' Y: ^$ ?0 r6 LEnsure weekly KPI targets are consistently met and tracking tools are updated daily : `2 [/ O9 X9 ?) G& hMaintain rigorous standards of quality control 2 X9 @/ T. q& k: W! f3 N% EWork closely with the Mandarin and other language teams in performing various translation assignments for the company as required b1 d+ ^$ G; ?- t- W* w* j3 o8 B6 }/ t( A3 D
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Bachelor’s degree in Translation # |8 q5 s1 C# J' tA minimum of 2 years translation experience, preferably in a fashion or e-commerce environment 8 L1 C( h% m- a4 ~: X! x: J, sExcellent verbal and written skills in both English and Mandarin# o: c2 X2 g( x: f7 ]# ^
Mastery of simplified Chinese grammar, spelling and usage including the ability to craft culturally-sensitive texts ^/ {; Z( D( I& I. D6 B. aStrong command of fashion terminology 9 x! U2 L& c6 U' f$ v7 `Knowledge of sewing anatomy, an asset# [% H2 g* e. @! i& V1 C/ \) G
Knowledge of designers and fashion houses, an asset " L' {% p8 Q) |4 \; s+ s: T5 M% O, F- x; f
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Detail-oriented with a keen sensibility and knowledge of fashion, retail, and pop culture) M7 T3 I' g4 O5 b I3 O5 ^
Strong research skills" p- E; i: {" M1 [1 ]5 k; ]. B! l
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Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively to meet deadlines6 }* E0 u( \2 W5 o1 P1 Q* y
+ l6 f4 d! [9 d, x** All applicants must provide a portfolio of relevant work.' f. i3 |! W) z; R" o
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Send resume and cv to rim.slaoui@ssense.com, mentioning SinoQuebec in the subject line. # D1 a) C' a& @* E5 L7 o0 _