Freelance Linguistics Specialist - English to Brazilian Portuguese
Cactus Communications · United States
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $45,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Work remotely as a freelance linguist.
- Engage in flexible, task-based language projects.
- Utilize near-native Brazilian Portuguese and English skills.
- Contribute to AI and language-based initiatives.
- Join a global pool of remote contributors.
About the role
Freelance Linguistics Specialist - English to Brazilian Portuguese
Editage, the flagship brand of CACTUS, is building a global pool of freelance contributors to support ongoing AI and language-based projects. We are currently welcoming bilingual speakers to join our platform and complete flexible, task-based work remotely.
Sample Tasks:
- Review and refine text, translations, and captions across general areas such as travel, food, lifestyle, and finance.
- Transcribe conversations and perform quality checks.
- Label or annotate voice, text, or image content.
- Review and correct AI-generated outputs.
- Assist in localizing content for AI models.
What We’re Looking For:
- Near-native level proficiency in Brazilian Portuguese and a strong command of English.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Prior experience in translation, editing, or related language tasks is preferred.
Why Join Us:
- 100% remote, flexible, ad hoc work.
- Wide variety of interesting projects.
- Opportunity to be part of a global contributor pool.
Note:
If you were associated with Editage/Cactus Communications in a similar role in the past, please contact us at freelancetranslator@cactusglobal.com before you apply/register.
Key skills/competency:
- Freelance Linguistics Specialist
- Translation
- Editing
- Brazilian Portuguese
- English
- AI Projects
- Content Localization
- Transcription
- Annotation
- Quality Assurance
Skills & topics
- Freelance Linguistics Specialist
- Translation
- Editing
- Brazilian Portuguese
- English
- AI Projects
- Content Localization
- Transcription
- Annotation
- Remote Work
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in translation, editing, and language tasks, emphasizing your Brazilian Portuguese and English proficiency.
- Showcase attention to detail: Emphasize your ability to follow instructions precisely in your application and any provided tests.
- Prepare for diverse tasks: Be ready to demonstrate skills in reviewing text, transcribing, annotating, and quality checking.
- Review past association: If previously affiliated with Cactus Communications in a similar role, contact freelancetranslator@cactusglobal.com before reapplying.
Technical preparation
Master Brazilian Portuguese and English.,Practice translation and editing accuracy.,Familiarize with transcription software.,Understand AI output review processes.
Behavioral questions
Demonstrate high attention to detail.,Show ability to follow complex instructions.,Highlight collaboration with global teams.,Explain motivation for freelance work.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Freelance Linguistics Specialist role at Cactus Communications?
- The Freelance Linguistics Specialist position at Cactus Communications is 100% remote, offering flexible, ad hoc work opportunities. You can complete tasks from anywhere as part of a global contributor pool.
- What language skills are required for the Freelance Linguistics Specialist position?
- To be considered for the Freelance Linguistics Specialist role, you need near-native proficiency in Brazilian Portuguese and a strong command of English. Bilingualism is key for this position.
- What kind of tasks can I expect as a Freelance Linguistics Specialist at Editage?
- As a Freelance Linguistics Specialist with Editage, tasks may include reviewing and refining text and translations, transcribing conversations, labeling voice/text/image content, correcting AI outputs, and assisting with content localization for AI models.
- Is prior experience necessary to become a Freelance Linguistics Specialist?
- While prior experience in translation, editing, or related language tasks is preferred for the Freelance Linguistics Specialist role, it is not strictly mandatory. Strong language skills and attention to detail are essential.
- How can I apply for the Freelance Linguistics Specialist role if I worked for Cactus Communications before?
- If you were previously associated with Cactus Communications in a similar role, you must contact freelancetranslator@cactusglobal.com before applying or registering for the Freelance Linguistics Specialist position.
- What are the benefits of joining Cactus Communications as a Freelance Linguistics Specialist?
- Joining Cactus Communications as a Freelance Linguistics Specialist offers a 100% remote work arrangement, flexible and ad hoc project opportunities, a wide variety of interesting tasks, and the chance to be part of a global contributor pool.