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- Delivering accurate live translation to Arabic and vice versa for: Live Coverage, Speeches, Meetings, Press Conferences, TV Guests, etc.
- Meeting all linguistic and journalistic standards while providing speedy live interpretation.
- Assisting producers, reporters and presenters with translation, if required.
- Assisting in all production functions for news and programs as commissioned by the responsible editor, including but not exclusively, writing scripts and reports.
- Minimum of 5 years experience as simultaneous Interpreter, preferably in television news.
- Experience in television production, with a strong journalistic background.
- General Knowledge of political, economic, entertainment, and journalistic topics.
- BA or equivalent in simultaneous interpretation
- Ability to communicate written and verbal fluently in English, French and Classical Arabic.
- Excellent simultaneous Interpretation skills.
- Excellent linguistic skills.
- Strong editorial skills.
- Ability to provide accurate, high quality interpretation services under pressure.
- Skillful use of specialized terminology.
- Ability to work to deadlines.
- Ability to work under high stress.
- Good broadcast voice.
Interpreter / Writer - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Middle East Broadcasting Networks
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Job AnnouncementWriter/Interpreter, News
The Middle East Broadcasting Networks, Inc. (MBN) is seeking aWriter/Interpreter in our Dubai Office. MBN is a non-profit grantee of the federal government that directly communicates with the people of the Middle East and North Africa through television, radio, and digital media. MBN's mission is to provide objective, accurate, and relevant news and information to the people of the Middle East about the region, the world, and the United States in support of U.S. public diplomacy.
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Writer/Interpreter include, but are not limited to: