Read given material and research industry-specific terminology Convert text and audio recordings from one language to one or more others Ensure translated content conveys original meaning and tone Prepare subtitles for videos and online presentations Cross-reference specialized dictionaries and translation tools to check quality of translation Proofread translated texts for grammar, spelling and punctuation accuracy Follow up with internal team members and clients to ensure translation meets their needs Edit content with an eye toward maintaining its original format (e.g. font and structure) Network with field experts to stay current on new translation tools and practices.