Native Icelandic Translator for Paid Media Ad Copy

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Worldwide

Summary

We are a US-based digital marketing agency seeking a native Icelandic translator to support paid media campaigns targeting customers in Iceland. Most assignments will involve translating and reviewing short-form advertising copy from English into Icelandic, or proof reading Icelandic language ad copy, for platforms such as Google Ads and Meta. This work requires more than direct translation: the Icelandic copy must sound natural, preserve the original message and intent, and remain persuasive within advertising character limits. **Work may include:** * Translating paid search and social media ad copy from English into Icelandic * Reviewing existing Icelandic ad copy for accuracy and natural phrasing * Localizing messaging, offers, and calls to action for an Icelandic audience * Adapting copy when a direct translation would sound awkward or unclear * Working within platform-specific character limits * Flagging cultural, linguistic, or messaging issues * Maintaining consistent terminology and tone across campaigns **Requirements:** * Native Icelandic speaker * Strong written fluency in English * Professional translation or localization experience * Strong attention to nuance, tone, and concise wording * Ability to complete relatively small assignments reliably and on schedule Experience translating marketing, advertising, or paid media copy is strongly preferred. Familiarity with Google Ads or Meta advertising is a plus. **Project Structure** The initial assignment will involve translating and reviewing a defined set of advertising copy. Additional assignments may follow as campaigns are updated, expanded, or tested. Project communication will primarily occur through our agency’s project management system, Teamwork, using tasks, comments, and email. **Please include the following in your proposal:** * Confirmation that Icelandic is your native language * Your level of written English fluency * Your hourly rate * Relevant translation or localization experience * Any experience with advertising, paid media, or marketing copy * One or two relevant work samples, if available We are looking for a reliable translator who can produce concise, natural Icelandic ad copy while preserving the commercial intent of the original English messaging.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Expert
    Experience Level
  • $15.00

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    $35.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Fluent
Business Translation
Activity on this job
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  • Last viewed by client:4 weeks ago
  • Hires:
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  • Interviewing:
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  • Invites sent:
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About the client
Member since Jul 20, 2018
  • United States
    Dallas8:35 PM
  • $166K total spent
    242 hires, 46 active
  • 7,350 hours
  • Mid-sized company (10-99 people)

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