Freelance Translator, Korean to English

Welo Global

Freelance Korean-to-English patent translator for Welocalize’s multilingual translation and localization services. Translating, proofreading, copy editing, and MTPE across technical patent content.

Posted 8/6/2026contractRemote • 🇰🇷 South KoreaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in translating and proofreading patent-related content across various technical fields, ensuring accuracy and clarity while utilizing CAT tools effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Patent TranslationCopy EditingMTPEXTM CAT ToolTechnical Proofreading

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Hard Skills

TranslationCopy EditingMTPEProofreadingTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationPrompt Responsiveness

Tools & Technologies

XTM CAT Tool

Industry Keywords

Patent FieldsElectricityComputer ScienceMechanicsMedical DevicesChemistryBiology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate patent-related content from Korean into English while conveying the original meaning in a readable and understandable manner
Follow translation process and CAT tool usage instructions
Communicate effectively and respond promptly in English
Translate, copy edit, and perform MTPE on patent content
Proofread patents in relevant technical fields

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum two years' experience translating and reviewing content in patent fields
Native fluency in the target language
Degree in linguistics, translation, or equivalent experience
Ability to translate, copy edit, and perform MTPE
Experience translating and proofreading patents in Electricity, Computer Science, Mechanics, Medical Devices, Chemistry, or Biology
Immediate availability
Experience using XTM CAT tool

Benefits

Comp & perks

Steady volume of work and long-term partnership where applicable
Professional development through exciting projects that support continued learning and growth
Work with a multicultural, international team across a variety of documents and content types
24-hour, 6-day-a-week support from the Community team