Freelance translator profile for Ashraf Ali



Translator's name:Ashraf Ali
Language pair:English to Arabic translator
Country of residence:Egypt
Activity:Active since 2026
Membership status:Basic member

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Curriculum Vitae (CV)

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Name: Ashraf Ali
Nationality: Egyptian

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
• Senior English-Arabic Translator, Video Transcriber and Subtitler (More than 30 years of experience).

ONLINE PROFILES:
* PeoplePerHour https://pph.me/ashrafali

ENTREPRENEURSHIP:
• Co-founder of GoArabize Online Services: Providing Translation, Video Transcription and Subtitling Services.

CAPABILITIES AND SKILLS:
• Proficient in Subtitle Edit and Aegisub for subtitling tasks.
• Extensive experience in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficient in Adobe InDesign cc 2026 for creative layout designs.
• Familiar with Adobe Acrobat DC Pro 2026 for advanced PDF editing.
• Familiarity with MemoQ 2025 for translation projects.

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:
• Arabic: Native Speaker
• English: Professional Proficiency

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
• Detail-oriented and meticulous in all tasks.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Highly creative with an eye for design and aesthetics.

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Freelance Translator, Subtitler, and DTP specialist Duration: January 2007 - Present
• Remote Professional Translator at Filito, 2023–Present — providing high-quality Arabic–English translations across various domains, including legal, religious, historical, and audiovisual content, except for medical and engineering fields.
• Worked independently as a freelance English-to-Arabic translator and subtitler, serving clients across various industries.
• Completed numerous subtitling and translation projects, including e-learning materials, corporate videos, and online content.
• Built a solid reputation for delivering accurate, timely, and culturally appropriate translations.
• Utilized a variety of CAT tools and subtitling software to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Freelance Arabic Transcription Proofreading Specialist (March 2026 – Present)
• Remote Professional Transcriber at Translated.com and Uber AI Solutions, (2026–Present), providing high-quality Arabic–English transcriptions across various Arabic dialects.

Subtitler Company Name: Media Solutions Duration: August 2018 - Present
• Provide expert subtitling services for films, TV shows, documentaries, and online videos from English to Arabic.
• Accurately sync subtitles with audio and video, ensuring readability and timing alignment for a seamless viewing experience.
• Adapt language and expressions to suit regional linguistic variations and cultural sensitivities.
• Handle multiple subtitling projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.

DTP Services Specialist Company Name: Al-Marefa Al-Jameia Publishing House Duration: January 2015 - July 2019
• Responsible for desktop publishing services, creating visually appealing Arabic layouts for various print and digital publications.
• Ensured proper formatting, typesetting, and layout of text and graphics in Arabic publications, adhering to industry standards and client requirements.
• Collaborated closely with graphic designers and editors to achieve the desired aesthetic and functional elements in Arabic publications.
• Prepared print-ready files for books, brochures, marketing materials, and other documents in both English and Arabic languages.
English-to-Arabic Translator Company Name: Al-Arabi Businessmen Translation Services
Duration: March 2001 - 2010
• Efficiently translate a wide range of documents, including legal, technical, marketing, and literary content, from English to Arabic.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the source material while ensuring cultural nuances and idiomatic expressions are preserved in the target language.
• Collaborate with a team of translators and editors to deliver high-quality translations within strict deadlines.
• Utilize CAT tools and terminology databases to ensure consistency and efficiency in translation projects.
• Received consistent positive feedback from clients for delivering accurate and culturally relevant translations.

EDUCATION:
• Bachelor of Arts in Egyptology & Linguistics, Alexandria University, 1991.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: Almontazah St., Gabriel, Alexandria, Egypt.
Email:goarabize@gmail.com WhatsApp: https://wa.me/+201092121210