| Translator's name: | Akintunde Abeeb |
| Language pair: | German to Japanese translator |
| Country of residence: | Japan |
| Activity: | Active since 2025 |
| Membership status: | Basic member |
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Professional Summary Dedicated and detail-oriented English ↔ Japanese linguist with over 6 years of experience in translation, editing, and proofreading. Skilled in delivering culturally adapted and terminologically accurate translations across various industries including media, marketing, IT, and business communication. Proficient in leading CAT tools and passionate about ensuring linguistic clarity and cultural precision for international audiences. Core Competencies English ↔ Japanese Translation & Localization Editing & Proofreading Post-Editing Machine Translation (PEMT) Business and Marketing Content Media, IT, and Technical Documentation Cultural and Linguistic Adaptation Quality Assurance & Style Consistency CAT Tools: Trados, MemoQ, Smartcat, Memsource Professional Experience 1. LinguaNova Translations (Tokyo, Japan) English ↔ Japanese Translator & Proofreader | Jan 2023 – Present Translated high-volume marketing and media materials for international brands targeting the Japanese market. Edited and proofread content for linguistic accuracy, tone, and clarity. Collaborated with project managers to ensure terminology consistency and brand alignment. Managed localization for app and website UI/UX content. Worked with Trados and MemoQ for translation memory optimization. Conducted linguistic QA for digital media campaigns. Produced culturally adaptive translations for video scripts and social media posts. Achieved an on-time delivery rate of 99% across 80+ projects. 2. Shinkai Language Works (Osaka, Japan) Freelance Translator & Editor | May 2021 – Dec 2022 Translated corporate documents and marketing campaigns from English into Japanese. Reviewed translations for stylistic flow and idiomatic precision. Managed client terminology databases and glossaries. Localized newsletters, reports, and web content for Japanese audiences. Trained in MTPE (machine translation post-editing) for quality improvement. Delivered revisions aligned with client-specific style guides. Coordinated with QA reviewers for linguistic quality control. Maintained strict confidentiality and data integrity. 3. Mirae Global Communications (Remote) Japanese Linguist – Technical & Media Translation | Feb 2019 – Apr 2021 Translated product manuals and media articles for B2B clients. Assisted in creating Japanese versions of English press releases and brochures. Ensured the tone and register aligned with corporate messaging. Utilized CAT tools to enhance efficiency and maintain consistency. Localized marketing video subtitles with timing synchronization. Proofread translated materials to remove inconsistencies and redundancies. Collaborated with in-house editors to align language standards. Developed bilingual glossaries for client-specific terms. 4. AsterLink Language Services (Kyoto, Japan) Localization Specialist | Jun 2017 – Jan 2019 Localized e-learning and business training materials for Japanese professionals. Reviewed translations to ensure natural readability and contextual fit. Translated promotional content and case studies for international clients. Delivered linguistically and culturally coherent translations within deadlines. Conducted final QA for translated e-books and digital guides. Assisted in terminology management for recurring clients. Supported multilingual team coordination through translation memory updates. Provided style and tone consistency reports for content optimization. 5. Keisei Global Text Solutions (Nagoya, Japan) Junior Translator & Reviewer | Apr 2015 – May 2017 Translated general business documents and internal corporate communications. Proofread translated texts for grammatical and cultural accuracy. Assisted senior linguists in client terminology research. Learned and applied translation tools including MemoQ and Smartcat. Localized website content and employee training materials. Supported translation of email campaigns for global clients. Participated in peer reviews and feedback sessions. Developed a habit of cross-referencing dictionaries for precision. Education Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Japanese Studies Osaka University of Foreign Studies, Japan – 2014 Rates Translation: €0.08 per word Revision: €0.04 per word Transcreation: €30 per hour MTPE: €0.03 per word Tools SDL Trados Studio | MemoQ | Smartcat | Memsource | Wordfast | Google Workspace References Available upon request | |
