**Job Description**

ABOUT THE ROLE :

Expect to translate and transliterate English metadata into Tamil for currently airing TV programmes, and proactively research information for TV and Movies assets.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Translate & transliterate English data to Tamil.

• Quickly transform content from English and keep the subtlety in the translated language. 

• Follow the editorial process and global content standards to translate descriptors from English to Tamil.

• Maintain accurate database information and provide updating of outdated information.

• Ensure the accuracy of database information and authenticity of program information. 

• Ensure timely delivery of accurate and reliable information.

**Qualifications**

• Graduate in any stream.

• Fluent, native speaker of Tamil language.

• Candidate must be proficient in reading/understanding/writing in Tamil and English.

• Candidate must be hands on with at least 1 or 2 typing tools for Tamil language.

• Possess the ability to translate from English to Tamil. 

• Candidate must be able to understand translation concerns for the region (cultural sensitivity towards certain words, sentences, concepts).

• Candidate must possess strong research, rephrasing and rewriting skills. 

• Candidate must be comfortable with MS Office tools and web applications.

• Candidate must be able to perform factual checks using standard reference sources.

• Candidate must possess 1-2 years of past work experience in a related field. Freshers with a background or freelance experience in the field of translation (English - Tamil) can also apply.  

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS:

• Coordination skills and team player

• Inquisitive and learning attitude. 

• Logical thought process.

Knowledge of different TV channels and TV shows will be desirable. 

**Additional Information**

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