Work With Us – Freelance Literary Translators & Editors

Are you a native speaker of English, German, French, or Spanish?

 

We are a Switzerland-based language services agency working with an international network of freelance language professionals specializing in literary and high-quality textual work.

We are currently looking for experienced freelance literary translators and editors.

What We Offer

  • 100% remote work worldwide
  • Flexible workload and scheduling
  • Fair and transparent compensation
  • Reliable payments
  • Equal opportunities and non-discrimination
  • International creative and professional collaboration
  • Opportunities for exchange within a literary network

Your Responsibilities

  • Translation of literary texts (fiction, non-fiction, essays, and related works)
  • Editing and revision of literary translations (4-eyes principle)
  • Stylistic refinement and linguistic quality assurance
  • Terminological and stylistic consistency work
  • Compliance with literary style guides and project instructions

Requirements

  • Native or native-level proficiency in English, German, French, or Spanish
  • Degree in Translation, Literature, Comparative Literature, Linguistics, or Philology
  • Strong literary writing and stylistic sensitivity
  • At least 3 years of professional experience in literary translation or editing
  • Published work or demonstrable literary portfolio preferred

Technical Competence

Familiarity with CAT tools is an advantage where applicable:

  • Trados Studio
  • memoQ
  • Wordfast
  • OmegaT
  • other

Human Translation Policy

All literary work is produced exclusively by human translators and editors. AI-based or machine translation tools are not permitted unless explicitly authorized for a specific project.

Portfolio

Please include published translations, literary samples, editorial work, or professional references.

Rates

 

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

 

CALLIOPE
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Email

info@calliope-languages.com

 

Address

Calliope Languages

Thurgauerstrasse 117

8152 Glattbrugg-Opfikon

Switzerland

 

Office hours

Monday-Friday 10:00 - 18:00 hrs CEST


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