What It Means to Be a LanguageLine Freelancer
As a LanguageLine freelance translator, you’ll have the opportunity to support clients across industries from healthcare and legal to education, government, business, and more. You'll translate documents and digital content that make a real difference in people’s lives, all while working remotely and on your own terms.
We’re looking for professional linguists who are fluent in both their source and target languages, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering high-quality, culturally appropriate translations.
Flexibility & Independence
What You Can Expect
Work when and where it suits you, whether full-time freelance or part of a broader portfolio
Meaningful Work
Translate critical content that impacts real-world communication, equity, and access
Variety of Projects
Work with a broad range of content, including healthcare, legal, technical, financial, and more
Collaborative Support
Access helpful tools, reference materials, and communication with LanguageLine project teams
Prompt Payment
We value your work and pay you reliably and fairly for every project
FAQ
Language needs change frequently based on client demand. We encourage translators of all language pairs to apply. Our team will contact you if your language combination matches current or future needs.
After submitting the application form, qualified candidates are asked to complete a short translation test. If successful, you’ll be onboarded into our freelancer network and begin receiving project opportunities that match your expertise.
Freelancers may work on a wide variety of projects, including legal documents, healthcare materials, government forms, educational content, and corporate communications, based on your background and preferences.
While not mandatory for all projects, familiarity with CAT tools or Translation Management Systems (TMS) is a plus. You’ll receive guidance if specific tools are required and you may have access to our TMS.
Work availability depends on your language pair, industry expertise, and current demand. We can’t guarantee a set volume, but we aim to match freelancers with projects that fit their profile.
Freelancers are paid per project via our secure payment system. Payment terms and rates will be communicated clearly during onboarding.
Yes. As a freelance translator, you can work remotely from anywhere in the world with a secure internet connection.
You’ll be asked to provide basic contact information, your language pairs, areas of subject-matter expertise, translation experience, and optionally upload a CV. If you qualify, we’ll reach out with the next steps.
Ready to Translate with LanguageLine?
We’re actively recruiting qualified freelance translators. Submit your application today to be considered for current and future projects.
