French Content Editor and Linguistic Data Analyst (Remote Independent Contractor)
Mango Languages
IT, Data Science
Remote
Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Mango Languages is looking for a remote Independent Contractor who can research, grammatically analyze and edit online content for our French course. In this unique role, you’ll collaborate with our team of experts to bring a Mango learning experience to life.
You’ll be working with other Mango team members on interesting, engaging, and informative texts that will improve our learners’ reading skills and, more generally, language knowledge, and help them achieve their language-learning goals. You will grammatically analyze the words and phrases in the texts based on Universal Dependencies. We will also count on you to provide grammar and cultural notes that will enrich our learners’ knowledge and understanding.
Just like you, we settle for nothing less than the best. Together, we’ll work to ensure that the quality of the work is truly exceptional, that we create clear, pleasant, and enjoyable content that speaks to our learners’ needs and increases engagement with our brand.
Are you up for a fast-paced, rewarding project that helps promote language and culture learning the world over? Then we can’t wait to hear from you!
Job Requirements
- Native French speaker. For this position, we specifically need a native speaker who has a mastery of their native language and a thorough understanding of grammar, idiomatic expressions, and dialectal differences.
- Fluent in English. The texts will be created for English speakers. Full understanding and fluency of the English language and its grammar are needed in order to compare the two languages, and coordinate and communicate with team members and project managers.
- Bachelor's Degree or higher required in either of the following: French Language/Literature or Language Teaching.
- Experience teaching French grammar or writing blog posts on grammar, answering grammar questions online, or any related skills/experience.
- Expert use of search engines for conducting basic research.
- Good writing skills.
- Flexible schedule.
- Reliable internet connection and a technical understanding of collaborative online tools. All work will be done remotely and online.
- Excellent time management and communication skills.
- Must work well in a team.
- Must love language, culture, and learning — we all do!
How to Apply
- Submit your resume outlining your experience and qualifications as they relate to the job description. Let us know why this is the perfect opportunity for you!
- Submit a brief video, no more than two minutes, introducing yourself and highlighting experience relevant to the role. You can think of it as your cover letter in which you explain how your experience relates to the job. You can paste the completed video link in the space provided below, include the URL in your resume or cover letter, or email your video to linguistvideo@mangolanguages.com. The video may be done using any platform or technology.
- In order to highlight your grammar understanding and expertise, please answer the following question, either by adding a link to a public document or by writing the answers under "Additional Information" in the application form
- -Analyze grammatically each word of the sentence below and create phrases (e.g. noun phrases) where needed.
- On se fraye un chemin à travers les sous-bois, en écoutant les oiseaux chanter et les branches craquer sous nos pieds.
- APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THE ABOVE MENTIONED TASK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Mango was founded to empower deeper human connections through language. We believe that language is an adventure; a journey to be embarked on by those of a bold and curious spirit, and a passion to connect more deeply with their global friends. Our award-winning language-learning system is powered by proven methodologies and world-class learning content. Available on mobile, tablet, and web-based platforms, our software is designed to establish retention and rapidly build conversation skills through smart, adaptive technology. At Mango we maintain a drug-free workplace. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.