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NOURAN YASSIN

Freelance Translator
Cairo

Summary

Enthusiastic certified translator, transcriptionist, and proofreader with extensive experience in both general and specialized translation. Currently pursuing a Professional Diploma in Comprehensive Translation from Motrijm Academy. Experienced with AI-assisted translation and familiar with CAT tools, committed to delivering high-quality translations and transcriptions across diverse industries. Dedicated to ensuring accuracy, meeting deadlines, and adhering to client specifications. Ready to contribute to the team's success and company goals through precise and effective translation services.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
4034
4034
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Freelance Translator

  • Translated documents between English and Arabic with accuracy and cultural sensitivity.
  • Offered general and specialized translation services for marketing materials, journalistic content, medical articles, and diverse website content.

Virtual Volunteer Transcriptionist and Proofreader

The Immigrant Learning Center
11.2022 - 12.2024
  • Reviewed documents to ensure they met company standards for clarity, style, and that formatting and punctuation followed the required guidelines.
  • Accurately transcribed audio files and proofread documents in English.
  • Edited podcasts to improve clarity and flow of content.

Former Part Time English Instructor

Bright Minds / Axon
08.2013 - 08.2016
  • Conducted communicative English lessons ranging from beginner to high intermediate levels.
  • Developed and revised lesson plans tailored to students' needs and learning progress.
  • Created lesson materials and assigned homework to reinforce learning.
  • Designed engaging course plans to address academic, intellectual, and social needs of students.
  • Managed communication with over 10 students per day via phone.

Part Time English Instructor

Bright Minds / Axon
08.2013 - 08.2016
  • Conducted communicative English lessons ranging from beginner to high intermediate levels.
  • Developed and revised lesson plans tailored to students' needs and learning progress.
  • Created lesson materials and assigned homework to reinforce learning.
  • Designed engaging course plans to address academic, intellectual, and social needs of students.
  • Managed communication with over 10 students per day via phone.

Freelance English Arabic Translator & Vice Versa

NOUR for Translation and Lingual Services
02.2012 - 12.2013
  • Provided high-quality translations in various fields, including general and specialized topics.
  • Translated marketing materials and other content, ensuring accuracy and cultural relevance.
  • Adhered to client deadlines and requirements for each task.
  • Edited and proofread online documents in both English and Arabic to maintain linguistic accuracy.

HR Specialist

ACPA (Alexandria Company for Petroleum Additives)
01.2009 - 03.2011
  • Completed projects within deadlines, ensuring alignment with company goals.
  • Reviewed, screened, and assessed applicant resumes to identify suitable candidates.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to establish, develop, and refine corporate and HR policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts and Education - English Department

October 6 University
08-2008

Comprehensive Translation Diploma (ongoing) - General and Journalistic Translation, Translation using Artificial Intelligence and CAT Tools, Legal and Cinematic Translation, as well as Certified Translation

Motrjim Academy

Skills

  • Translation

  • AI-assisted translation

  • Working knowledge of CAT tools including SDL Trados and Wordfast

  • Proofreading and editing skills

  • Transcription

  • Subtitling

  • Research skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

  • Good working knowledge of Illustrator & Photoshop

Certification

Intensive English Training, British Council, 2003

Training And Professional Development

  • Practical Teaching Training, Primary, Preparatory and Secondary Schools, 2007 - 2008
  • Translation Training Program, Al Bayan, 2008
  • Translation Training Program, MITSCO, 2012

Timeline

Virtual Volunteer Transcriptionist and Proofreader

The Immigrant Learning Center
11.2022 - 12.2024

Former Part Time English Instructor

Bright Minds / Axon
08.2013 - 08.2016

Part Time English Instructor

Bright Minds / Axon
08.2013 - 08.2016

Freelance English Arabic Translator & Vice Versa

NOUR for Translation and Lingual Services
02.2012 - 12.2013

HR Specialist

ACPA (Alexandria Company for Petroleum Additives)
01.2009 - 03.2011

Freelance Translator

Bachelor of Arts and Education - English Department

October 6 University

Comprehensive Translation Diploma (ongoing) - General and Journalistic Translation, Translation using Artificial Intelligence and CAT Tools, Legal and Cinematic Translation, as well as Certified Translation

Motrjim Academy
NOURAN YASSINFreelance Translator