Freelance Writer, German

November 13

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TransPerfect

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Translation Services • Technology • eCommerce

TransPerfect is a leading provider of translation, localization, and multicultural marketing services, helping organizations connect with audiences in any language worldwide. With over 30 years of experience, TransPerfect offers services such as document translation, website and app localization, multilingual staffing, interpretation, content creation, and global campaign management. Their technology solutions, including the GlobalLink Translation Management System, streamline multilingual content management and enhance global communication. TransPerfect serves a wide range of industries, including life sciences, finance, travel, e-commerce, and more, ensuring best-in-class security and industry-specific expertise.

5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1992

🛍️ eCommerce

💰 Debt Financing on 2019-06

📋 Description

• Writers will be required to complete 1 short story of approximately 6,500 words. • The task begins with submitting a brief plot for approval. • Once the plot is approved, writers will submit the first 1,000 words of the story for review. • Upon approval of the initial excerpt, the writers can resume and complete the story within the specified timeframe. • If needed, revisions may be required based on feedback received. • The short story must be in one of the following genres and the genre will be assigned based on your selected preference: Kids, Thriller/Mystery, Sci-fi/Fantasy, Self-help, Romance, Memoir/Autobiography/Biography - can be on anyone the writer chooses, even a made-up person. • NOTE: It is not allowed to use any AI tools to aid creation and all submitted content will be reviewed for plagiarism and the use of AI technologies. All work must be written entirely independently, and the use of generative technologies (e.g., ChatGPT and similar) is strictly prohibited.

🎯 Requirements

• Residence in Germany • Idiomatic fluency in German (Germany) • Excellent writing skills in German (Germany) (grammar, spelling) • Working proficiency in English required, as all communication and task guidelines will be in English • Graduate or undergraduate degree in literature, journalism, or creative writing and/or proven experience in journalism, writing, or content creation • Ability to start and complete tasks within the given deadline • Strong attention to detail • Submission of a portfolio with 3 writing samples (400–700 words each), including at least one in the preferred genre; samples may include published articles, blog posts, reports, or other relevant works that demonstrate writing ability and experience.