| Translator's name: | Simon Light |
| Language pair: | English to Spanish translator |
| Country of residence: | Nigeria |
| Activity: | Active since 2026 |
| Membership status: | Basic member |
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LIGHT SIMON Spanish to English Translator | Localization Specialist | Linguistic Reviewer Email: lightsimon749@gmail.com Location: Remote PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced Spanish → English Translator, Localization Specialist, and Linguistic Reviewer with over 6 years of experience delivering accurate, culturally appropriate, and high-quality translations for clients across technology, marketing, business, education, legal, e-commerce, media, and general content sectors. Specialized in translation, localization, editing, proofreading, linguistic quality assurance (LQA), Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE), terminology management, and transcreation. Adept at adapting content for English-speaking audiences while preserving meaning, tone, and cultural relevance. Proficient in leading CAT tools and experienced in working with international language service providers, agencies, and global clients. Recognized for producing high-quality translations under tight deadlines while maintaining consistency and confidentiality. CORE COMPETENCIES Spanish → English Translation Localization (L10n) Editing & Proofreading Linguistic Quality Assurance (LQA) Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) Transcreation Translation Memory Management Terminology Management Website Localization Software Localization Marketing Translation Technical Translation Business Translation E-commerce Translation CAT Tools Cross-cultural Communication PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Senior Spanish Translator & Reviewer Lingotek | Remote January 2023 – Present Translate business, technical, marketing, and digital content from Spanish into English. Review and edit translations produced by freelance linguists. Perform linguistic quality assurance to ensure accuracy and consistency. Localize websites, mobile applications, and software interfaces. Carry out MTPE assignments to improve machine-generated translations. Manage terminology databases and translation memories. Collaborate with project managers and multilingual teams. Ensure compliance with client style guides and localization standards. Deliver high-volume projects within strict deadlines. Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive client information. Spanish Localization Specialist Hamslive | Remote March 2021 – December 2022 Localized multilingual content for international organizations. Translated marketing campaigns, business documents, and educational materials. Edited and proofread translated content for linguistic accuracy. Conducted terminology research for specialized projects. Performed MTPE assignments across various industries. Assisted with quality assurance and localization testing. Managed translation memories using CAT tools. Collaborated with international localization teams. Improved translation consistency across multilingual projects. Delivered projects on time while exceeding quality expectations. Spanish Translator & Quality Assurance Reviewer Vaneerberg | Remote June 2019 – February 2021 Translated technical, business, and general content from Spanish into English. Reviewed translations completed by freelance translators. Performed detailed linguistic quality assurance before delivery. Edited documents for grammar, consistency, and readability. Managed terminology resources and translation memories. Adapted content for English-speaking markets. Supported website and software localization projects. Conducted terminology research for specialized content. Assisted with multilingual localization initiatives. Maintained high client satisfaction through consistent quality. Translator & Localization Specialist Shakti Enterprises | Remote January 2018 – May 2019 Delivered accurate Spanish-to-English translations across multiple industries. Localized corporate communications and marketing materials. Edited translated content to improve clarity and natural flow. Assisted with terminology development and glossary management. Worked on website and software localization assignments. Supported multilingual communication projects. Collaborated with project teams to solve linguistic challenges. Conducted quality assurance before final delivery. Managed multiple translation projects simultaneously. Consistently met project deadlines. Freelance Spanish Translator & Localization Consultant Independent Language Services | Remote January 2017 – December 2017 Provided professional Spanish-to-English translation services for international clients. Translated business, marketing, educational, and technical documents. Edited and proofread multilingual content. Localized websites and digital platforms. Developed bilingual glossaries and terminology databases. Managed multiple client projects independently. Delivered culturally appropriate translations. Advised clients on localization best practices. Maintained confidentiality for all client materials. Built long-term relationships through reliable service and quality work. EDUCATION Master of Arts (M.A.) in Translation Studies University of Barcelona Barcelona, Spain 2015 – 2017 Relevant Coursework: Advanced Translation Theory Localization Management Translation Technology Intercultural Communication Terminology Management CAT Tools Translation Project Management Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Spanish Language and Translation Studies University of Barcelona Barcelona, Spain 2011 – 2015 Relevant Coursework: Spanish Linguistics English Linguistics Translation Theory Technical Translation Editing & Proofreading Cross-cultural Communication Professional Writing PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS Professional Translation Certification Localization Professional Certification Advanced CAT Tools Certification Translation Quality Assurance Certification Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) Certification SOFTWARE & TOOLS SDL Trados Studio MemoQ Phrase (Memsource) Smartcat Wordfast Pro Xbench MateCat Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Acrobat Pro LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Spanish — Native Proficiency English — Native-Level Professional Proficiency SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE Website Localization Software Localization Technical Documentation Marketing & Advertising E-commerce Business Communications Product Documentation User Manuals Digital Content Corporate Training Materials PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS Successfully completed thousands of Spanish → English translation and localization projects. Consistently delivered high-quality translations while meeting demanding deadlines. Maintained excellent client satisfaction through rigorous quality assurance and editing. Supported multilingual localization projects for international brands and organizations. Developed terminology resources that improved consistency across large-scale translation projects. PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS Excellent written communication Strong research and analytical skills Detail-oriented Quality-focused Deadline-driven Problem-solving Adaptable across industries Collaborative team player Excellent organizational skills Continuous professional development AVAILABILITY Daily Capacity: 4,000–5,000 words Availability: Immediate REFERENCES Available upon request. | |
