Automation index
How much of a Translator’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already do 52% of this job. Literary or close legal translation still needs someone willing to stand behind every word.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
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Translator
52%↓
AI can already do 52% of this job.
#1 / 623
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Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible. | 14% | 72% | +10.1 |
| Listen to speakers' statements to determine meanings and to prepare translations, using electronic listening systems as necessary. | 11% | 72% | +7.9 |
Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
| Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions. | 8% | 72% | +5.8 |
| Refer to reference materials, such as dictionaries, lexicons, encyclopedias, and computerized terminology banks, as needed to ensure translation accuracy. | 7% | 72% | +5 |
| Compile information on content and context of information to be translated and on intended audience. | 7% | 72% | +5 |
| Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary. | 7% | 72% | +5 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
| Total | 100% | 52% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 54% · Estimate: 46% · Confidence: Medium
Skills and activities
- translate texts
- interpret
- proofread translations
- information confidentiality
- spelling
- office software
- grammar
- speak different languages
- master language rules
- develop a translation strategy
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-3091.00· ESCO/ISCO 2643
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Copywriter
26%
#210 / 623
View rankingCopywriter
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Vary language and tone of messages based on product and medium.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
Develop advertising campaigns for a wide range of clients, working with an advertising agency's creative director and art director to determine the best way to present advertising information.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 19% | 22% | +4.2 |
Discuss with the client the product, advertising themes and methods, and any changes that should be made in advertising copy.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Present drafts and ideas to clients.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 22% | +3.1 |
Write articles, bulletins, sales letters, speeches, and other related informative, marketing and promotional material.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Review advertising trends, consumer surveys, and other data regarding marketing of goods and services to determine the best way to promote products.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Invent names for products and write the slogans that appear on packaging, brochures and other promotional material.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Conduct research and interviews to determine which of a product's selling features should be promoted.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 2% | 48% | +1 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- musical genres
- musical notation
- music literature
- musical theory
- copyright legislation
- study music
- write songs
- match lyrics to mood of melody
- write to a deadline
- create a rhyme scheme structure
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-3043.00· ESCO/ISCO 2641