| Translator's name: | Idowu Abidemi |
| Language pair: | English to Latvian translator |
| Country of residence: | United States of America |
| Activity: | Active since 2025 |
| Membership status: | Basic member |
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Idowu Abidemi English > Latvian Translator | UI & Legal Document Localization | ICT Language Specialist idowuabidemi85@gmail.com | +1-916-787-7806 Professional Summary Experienced and reliable English to Latvian translator with over 7 years of specialization in UI localization, legal translation, and ICT content. A native Latvian speaker with a degree in Applied Linguistics and certified in CAT tools, I have consistently delivered linguistically accurate, contextually relevant, and user-friendly translations for tech platforms, software interfaces, and legal departments. My work reflects a deep understanding of UX standards, compliance terminology, and localization best practices. Skilled in both manual translation and MTPE, I am proficient with tools such as Trados Studio, MemoQ, and GienTrans, and comfortable working in agile workflows with global teams. I maintain high quality and consistency through meticulous review processes and effective use of TMs and glossaries. Core Competencies & Values English to Latvian Translation · UI Localization · ICT Content Translation · Legal Documents · Software & Mobile App Localization · MTPE · User Interface Strings · GDPR & Licensing · Translation Memory Management · CAT Tools (Trados, MemoQ, GienTrans) · QA & Revision · Agile Localization · Linguistic Testing · Glossary & Style Guide Adherence · ISO 17100 Standards Professional Experience Senior UI & Legal Translator (EN > LV) Freelance – Global Clients (Remote) Jan 2021 – Present Translated over 750,000 words of UI/UX strings, mobile app content, privacy policies, and user agreements for tech clients in the EU and Asia-Pacific. Specialized in legal contracts, SaaS license agreements, and terms of use related to cloud services, B2B platforms, and public sector tenders. Used GienTrans and Trados Studio to manage segmented workflows and translation memories with 98% consistency compliance. Aligned tone, terminology, and user context across desktop and mobile platforms for fintech, e-commerce, and education sectors. ICT & Legal Content Translator – EN > LV LangTech Baltic Solutions – Riga, Latvia (Freelance Contract) Apr 2018 – Dec 2020 Handled legal and technical translation projects, including GDPR documentation, software licensing contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and system user guides. Conducted linguistic testing for mobile interfaces and backend admin dashboards translated from English to Latvian. Maintained glossaries, terminology banks, and style guides for consistent translation across projects. Worked in agile sprints with developers, QA teams, and localization managers. UI & Product Localization Translator Upwork / ProZ / Smartcat Projects – EN > LV Jul 2016 – Mar 2018 Delivered end-to-end localization for SaaS dashboards, mobile health apps, and multilingual portals. Specialized in in-app alerts, onboarding workflows, buttons, dropdowns, and tooltips for Latvian-speaking users. Collaborated with developers and QA teams to implement and test translated strings in staging environments. Provided back translations and context reviews for legal disclaimers and user agreements. Education Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Linguistics and Translation Studies University of Latvia – Riga, Latvia 2011 – 2015 Focus: English ↔ Latvian Translation, Legal Writing, Localization Technologies Certifications & Professional Development SDL Trados Studio – Advanced Certification UI/UX Localization Workshop – LocWorld ISO 17100 Legal Translation Standards – ProZ Academy ICT Legal Terminology Masterclass – ProZ Webinars MemoQ Certified Translator Languages Latvian – Native English – Full Professional Proficiency CAT Tools & Platforms GienTrans · SDL Trados Studio · MemoQ · Wordfast · Smartcat · Xbench · Phrase · Crowdin · Slack · Google Workspace · Microsoft Office | |
