Written by Yvanna Sol

In an increasingly connected world, working from home has become an attractive option for many people. Remote workers have greater control over their work environment and productivity, which can improve autonomy and mental health balance. In addition, for those who are fluent in English, bilingual offerings present themselves as a gateway to a very appealing world of job possibilities. If you are considering working from home, then read this full article to discover the advantages and benefits when combined with English and the most in-demand bilingual professions, as well as the positive effects you may experience on your mental health. 

What are the most in-demand bilingual work-from-home jobs?

Academic training, personal skills and work experience are crucial to achieve the desired professional position, however, there are also jobs that require basic knowledge but always associated with English, these positions are infallible when looking for your job on the web from the comfort of your home, in this article we share four of the most demanded positions:

• Customer Service Representative

Many companies in Canada and the United States outsource their telephone customer service operations to Mexico and other South American countries. However, the fundamental requirement is that you must be able to speak English at an optimal conversational level, as this remote position is designed to answer phone calls and provide customer support in English and Spanish, and you must be able to write English because you will also be asked to answer emails and handle live chat. This position is very attractive for young students because it allows them to optimize their time to dedicate more successfully to college, and this job becomes entertaining and dynamic, although always keep in mind that it requires a very good education in speaking, as well as patience management and great ability to solve inconveniences, however, it is a valuable opportunity to improve your communication skills in English and Spanish while earning money.

What skills should a customer service representative have or develop? 

• Speak English and Spanish at an optimal conversational level, this implies having a good lexicon in both languages and good spelling. 
• Know how to use your voice as a necessary resource for the job; the tone of your voice must be pleasant, friendly and, above all, demonstrate knowledge of the subject you will be dealing with the client, only in this way you will be able to generate trust.
• Be patient, understanding and able to offer solutions.

• Virtual assistant

This remote job position is gaining more and more ground in the digital era; as its name suggests, the assistance is developed in a purely virtual environment, computer, online, on the web or whatever you prefer to call it, the truth is that the virtual assistant is who provides administrative support to customers from the comfort of your home, however, it is a job that requires enormous organizational skills, as they are responsible for performing multiple tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing emails, keeping accounting, creating marketing content, filling out forms, submitting applications, managing social networking accounts, among others. Bilingual virtual assistants are in high demand due to their ability to communicate with clients from all over the world and serve businesses from any location.

What skills should a virtual assistant have or develop?

• Speak English and Spanish at an optimal conversational level, this implies having a good lexicon in both languages and good spelling.
• Be computer literate, i.e. be able to process texts, handle e-mails and use the internet.
• Be able to communicate, i.e., speak clearly, express an idea, message or specific approach without falling into redundancies or unnecessary phrases that detract from the conversation. 
• The virtual assistant often works with more than one company, so he/she must know how to prioritize time according to the tasks entrusted so that they are all delivered in a timely manner.

• Translator and interpreter

Being a translator or interpreter of another language or language is a dream job for many, since this ability can even take them to travel to other regions to accompany, for example, ambassadors, speakers, scientists or tourists, the reason is that we always need to communicate and not everyone can do it in a second language, so they need to hire someone who speaks English and Spanish fluently, hence this is the first step to achieve this attractive remote work. 

There is a significant difference between these two jobs, because the translator is in charge of processing written content. translator is in charge of processing the written content, as is; this involves translating a Spanish text into the English language while preserving the same value of the content.This involves translating a Spanish text into English while preserving the same value of the content; the translator's work is done more slowly because it requires a more thorough intellectual process to understand the subject matter. However, the interpreter does not work with the written content, but with the oral content and often transfers information from one language to another at great speed because he/she does it almost simultaneously with the main speaker, while mentally translating the information and expressing it orally, and must also maintain the fidelity of the message. It sounds complex, but it is a matter of constant practice. This profession is essential in international environments and in the digital world.

What skills should a translator and interpreter have or develop?

• Speak English and Spanish at a high written and conversational level.
• Have good writing and spelling skills.
• Possess a broad lexicon that facilitates the comprehension of the spoken and written message.
• Have good comprehension skills, both for reading any kind of text and for listening to a speech or conversation. This is essential because the aim is to translate the same message into another language and not to make personal judgments on the subject.
• To have a good command of the voice, that is, to use an adequate tone of voice to transmit the spoken message, neither too low (so that it becomes imperceptible) nor too high (so that it exceeds the voice of the main speaker). In addition to knowing how to articulate words correctly so that the pronunciation in English or Spanish reflects the true message.
• Knowing how to listen first and then repeat the message interpreted in another language, managing synchrony in real time is a necessary skill for this position, since it involves more than one interlocutor and the message must reach everyone with clarity and the speed of a conversation, i.e., fast.

• Content creator

This is one of the most offered jobs in the digital era, and it makes sense if we place ourselves in the countless websites that exist today and with which we find ourselves at every moment. It is enough to place a phrase in the Internet browser to find hundreds of entries to blogs, videos, social networks, even marketing strategies that catch us by their high informative and entertainment value. This communicative magic able to reach everyone globally is possible thanks to the hiring of content creators who are everywhere in the world generating daily interesting and attractive topics in several languages, all this with the aim of raising the reach of clients and companies that need to show their business and potentially connect with their audience. The content creator basically generates written and audiovisual material in English and Spanish for websites, social networks and other digital platforms. 

What skills should a content creator have or develop?

• Speak English and Spanish at an optimal conversational level, this implies having a good lexicon in both languages and good writing and spelling skills.
• This is important because the content must always be original and reliable. To this end, the creator must read, investigate and compare similar information in order to establish a serious, neutral and concrete criterion that guarantees correct information according to the parameters of the company or client that hires him/her.
• Strategically manage the use of keywords that enter the web search engines, correct title placement to catch the consumer's attention and proper arrangement of the main and secondary idea in the text in order to always start with what is most interesting for the general audience.
• You must be creative, genuine and spontaneous, only then will you be able to captivate the audience.
• You must have great organizational skills to develop your content in a constant and progressive way, always measuring the reach of your audience from time to time to know if it is giving good results.
• Must know how to manage the virtual environment, e.g., remote workspace, social networks, editing programs, camera management, among others.

• Online tutor

This remote job is highly sought after by those who have experience in online teaching and an advanced level of English. In all parts of the world, there are students or people in general who want to learn about different subjects, many of them simply want to make friends or learn about the cultures of other countries and for this they hire the services of a tutor to teach them in another language, most of them choose English as the language of communication; this work is done from home through a software videoconferencing software. Online classes are essential for language proficiency and offer an opportunity to create lasting bonds in the teaching-learning process with one or more students.

What skills should an online tutor have or develop?

• Must show an advanced level of English and Spanish.
• You must have didactic capacity, that is, know how to teach a certain objective, this is achieved by starting from a general diagnosis of what you have to start preparing your class.
• It is not enough to know how to speak English, to tutor remotely, you must have mastery of the vocabulary to be taught and how to associate it with the environment, you must know how to distinguish adjectives and their correspondence with Spanish, among other formal aspects of the language.
• Be dynamic and creative, meaning that you add fun to your class. Successful teaching requires ease of expression, good humor, interactive strategies that invite the student to actively participate in their own learning process.
• Great sense of responsibility, setting a class appointment in Spanish or English with your student involves looking well at the calendar because the time zone is possibly different and the time of the class must coincide for both, this is very important for you to build the necessary trust and be considered a skilled and infallible online tutor in terms of time management.

• Graphic Designer

If you have creative vision and experience with software software, you could work as a freelance graphic designer freelance. This includes creating logos, multimedia content for social media and website design. The versatility of this profession allows you to collaborate with clients from diverse backgrounds and locations.

What skills should a graphic designer have or develop?

• Be creative.
• Be able to communicate easily.
• Possess critical thinking.
• Be assertive and know how to defend points of view.
• To be a researcher and curious about good knowledge.
• Have a passion for the avant-garde and modernity.
• Knowing how to manage time.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Bilingual Accounting Assistant

If you have solid accounting and bookkeeping experience, you could work as a virtual bookkeeper. This profession involves managing financial records and client transactions from the comfort of your home. As in many other bilingual professions, your ability to communicate in multiple languages will open doors to international clients.

What skills should a bilingual accounting assistant have or develop?

In general, these professionals accurately transcribe accounting documents and prepare bank deposits, also make entries in the general ledger and prepare financial statements. This generally requires analytical skills and care:

• Numerical and analytical skills to handle constant interaction with company budgets. 
• Writing skills to prepare account statements.
• Basic knowledge of Word and Excel, as well as accounting software.
• Knowledge in accounting legislation, since the handling of all the laws and regulations of the country will lead you to do a better job.
• Know how to deal with different types of people, as well as how to follow instructions.
• Communication skills to work with the financial team and interact with suppliers. 
• High degree of organization so that you can perform all tasks in the desired time.

What are the advantages of remote work complemented by English?

Economic productivity outside the traditional workplace is transforming the lives of individuals and companies to an unthinkable level. Below, we share four reasons to opt for remote work and the associated importance of the English language:

• Provides access to a global market

The person who works from home is able to connect with clients and companies around the world, and if you know how to speak English, then your horizons will be broader because you will be able to connect with more than one country and this will make you more competitive with other candidates who do not speak the language. Working remotely, and even more so knowing how to speak English, will allow you to explore offers similar to your interests in a global market that will lead you to expand your professional opportunities.

• Improve communication with your customers

Fluency in English or experience in customer service can help you build strong relationships with your clientele and colleagues. Effective communication is essential for any job, and the ability to communicate in multiple languages can increase confidence, improve relationships and make projects more successful.

• Generates greater revenue potential

Bilingual workers are highly sought after in the job market. Companies are willing to pay more for those who can communicate in multiple languages. If you decide to learn to communicate in English or if you are already fluent, you are already a step ahead in the race to increase your earning potential and obtain higher rates for your services. While it takes time and dedication to learn or level the language, once you start acquiring the new language as a second language you will see that everything is more favorable.

• Promotes professional development

Learning a new language is a valuable skill that can enhance your resume and help you stand out in the job market because it demonstrates that you have a strong willingness to learn and a commitment to continued personal and professional growth. It also positions you as a valuable candidate in a wide range of industries.

What does Planeta Immiland recommend to make your application for a bilingual job offer successful?

In our experience, we have witnessed the professional growth of many students and foreigners in general who decided to learn to speak English in order to get a bilingual job, and how they succeeded. We complement that learning with advice on crucial steps to get the job they are looking for. Be sure to do the following:

• Highlight your language skills on your resume: when applying for a bilingual job, be sure to highlight your language skills prominently, provide details about your proficiency level and any relevant experience you have using the language. Here we share this video from Immiland about how to make a good Canadian-style resume.
• Use online job search resources and courses to improve your academic and professional skills. There are numerous online resources such as Indeed, LinkedIn and Glassdoor that can help you find bilingual employment opportunities. Also, always keep your language skills up to date through constant study.
• Be open to new opportunities, i.e., even if you have a specific job or industry in mind, give yourself permission to openly explore the different offers that come your way, so you will learn a little about the wide variety of industries and roles that exist in the online job market.

Keep in mind that modern companies are looking for talent all over the world, it is no longer like in the past that they were limited almost exclusively to candidates who can travel to the office, that is why it is important to be at the forefront of the new labor dynamics, that yes, you have to prepare constantly to make that leap successfully and take advantage of the benefits offered by the bilingual work from home. The best time to do things is now! We are able to help you in the process of learning English. 

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