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Freelance Writer – Afrikaans
TransPerfectFreelance Afrikaans short-story writer producing a 6,000-word story for DataForce by TransPerfect’s machine-translation testing project. Remote South Africa project with plot approval and possible revisions.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates native-level fluency in Afrikaans with excellent writing skills, including grammar and spelling, alongside the ability to create high-quality content in various genres. Proven experience in literature or creative writing, with a strong preference for published works and writing samples.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Native-Level Fluency In AfrikaansExcellent Writing SkillsDegree In Literature Or Creative WritingPublished Books Or High-Quality Writing SamplesAbility To Write In Assigned Genres
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Hard Skills
Creative WritingContent CreationGenre-Specific WritingGrammar ProficiencySpelling Proficiency
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementReceptiveness To Feedback
Industry Keywords
Machine Translation TechnologyLiteratureStory DevelopmentPlot ApprovalWriting Samples
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Complete 1 short story of approximately 6,000 words
- Submit a brief plot for approval before writing the story
- Write the story in an assigned genre based on selected preference
- Complete the project within the specified timeframe
- Make revisions if required based on feedback
- Create high-quality story content to help test and improve Machine Translation technology
Requirements
What you’ll need- Residency in South Africa
- Native-level fluency and excellent writing skills in Afrikaans, including grammar and spelling
- Working proficiency in English; communication and guidelines are in English
- Degree in Literature or Creative Writing and/or proven experience in writing or content creation
- Strong preference for candidates with published books and/or high-quality writing samples in relevant genres
- Ability to write in one of the assigned genres: Kids, Thriller/Mystery, Sci-fi/Fantasy, Self-help, Romance, or Memoir/Biography
Benefits
Comp & perks- Fully remote project
- Flexible participation from home
- Writers retain the right to use their work as they wish after submission