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I completed my Bachelors Degree in Language and Culture at the University of Stellenbosch. I then completed my post graduate Honours Degree in Translation and Editing. I started working as a translator, editor, blogger and content creator for TravelGround.com, LekkeSlaap.co.za and LekkeVlieg.co.za (now known as TripCo). I also worked as a digital project manager for Curro Holdings. I have a passion for both social media marketing and content writing as well as traditional marketing. I have experience in running various forms of projects from start to finish, but my love for languages prevails and I have a passion and experience for translation.

I am a native Zulu and Xhosa language specialist with over 5 years of freelance experience in translation, transcription, data annotation, and AI prompt writing. I help clients train AI models by creating accurate, effective prompts, while ensuring all content is culturally relevant and high-quality. 🔹 My Expertise: • English ↔ Zulu/Xhosa Translation & Localization (web apps, websites, gaming apps, documents, AI content) • AI Prompt Writing for Training Models Crafting prompts that teach AI systems to understand and respond accurately in different languages and contexts • Transcription & Data Annotation Delivering precise audio transcription and annotated data for machine learning and NLP projects • Social Media Management Grew a Facebook page from 0 to 8,000 followers through strategic content and audience engagement I manage projects from start to finish, following guidelines closely, delivering high-quality work, and keeping consistent, clear communication throughout. If you’re looking for a reliable language expert and AI prompt writer to train AI systems or localize content, I would be happy to collaborate with you.

I help businesses translate complex datasets into structured, decision-ready insights that improve clarity and support confident action. With a background in English language work, including proofreading, transcription, and AI training for large language models, I developed advanced capability in working with high-volume, detail-intensive information. This work required strict accuracy control, consistency validation, and structured evaluation of outputs, forming a strong foundation in data quality, logic, and analytical thinking. This naturally led into data analytics, where I work with Excel, SQL, and Power BI to transform raw datasets into validated structures, meaningful patterns, and clear analytical outputs. I specialise in data preparation, transformation, and analysis, with a focus on ensuring integrity from raw input through to final reporting. I deliver analysis and reporting that is precise, structured, and aligned to business decision-making. My work prioritises data integrity, analytical clarity, and consistency across every stage of the data lifecycle.

Why Should You Work with Me? 🎯📈📊 I am a creative and self-motivated content creator ready for the next challenge! Please reach out to me today for a quick introductory call or chat to discuss your project details and see how I can add value. 🔷 Video Production 🎦 I am a seasoned video editor with many years of experience. I can easily source relevant stock material to create video content. I also own camera equipment, which allows me to capture original high-quality media. This includes user-generated content (UGC). I am familiar with video editing and other design software, from CapCut and Adobe Premiere Pro to Veed and Canva. I am also familiar with uploading content to social media platforms, such as YouTube and Instagram, to get the best quality. I specialize in... 🔹Long Form/Short Form Video 🔹Instagram Reels 🔹TikTok Videos 🔹YouTube Videos Long/Short 🔷 Content Writing 📜 I write original, high-quality SEO-optimised content free from plagiarism and AI-generated content. I am experienced in the medical aesthetics and home maintenance fields, among others. I specialize in… 🔹Short Stories 🔹Recipe Books/Food-Related Content 🔹Video Scripts 🔹Website Articles/Blog Posts 🔷 Voice-Overs 🗣️ I offer studio-quality voiceovers with crisp and clean audio. My wide vocal range allows me to create impressive and unique voice-overs. I also edit and enhance all my audio to optimize for quality. I specialize in… 🔹Character Voices 🔹eBook Narration 🔹YouTube Videos 🔹Explainer Videos 🔷 Translation/Transcription 🌐🔃🌐 I am an experienced linguist and fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans. I offer translation of technical documents, short stories, and marketing content. I specialize in... 🔹Written Translation 🔹Audio/Video Transcription 🔹Language Localization

I help businesses communicate clearly, rank effectively, and convert more consistently through structured content, precise language, and search-aligned writing. My work sits at the intersection of content creation, SEO strategy, editing, and localization (English + Afrikaans). I don’t just produce text — I refine messaging systems so your content performs across platforms, audiences, and markets. Core focus areas: SEO-optimised web content and landing pages Business copywriting and content restructuring Editing and proofreading (clarity, tone, and structure refinement) English ↔ Afrikaans translation and localisation UX-aligned content improvements for digital journeys I work with small businesses, agencies, and professionals who need content that is clean, intentional, and commercially effective — not over-written or stylistically noisy. What clients typically hire me for Turning unclear or inconsistent messaging into structured, conversion-ready copy Improving website content for SEO performance and readability Editing and refining existing content for tone consistency and professionalism Translating and localising content for South African audiences (EN/Afrikaans) Creating content systems for small business websites and service pages Simplifying technical or dense information into clear customer-facing language Approach My process is structured and efficiency-driven: Diagnose intent (audience, objective, conversion path) Identify structural and language gaps Rebuild content for clarity, flow, and search alignment Refine tone to match brand positioning Ensure final output is publication-ready No unnecessary complexity. No stylistic noise. Just functional, precise communication. Specialist Strengths SEO content structure (on-page optimisation, semantic clarity) Dual-language fluency (English + Afrikaans) Editing for readability, tone, and professional polish UX-aware writing (content that supports user journeys) High-volume content consistency across platforms and pages Translation with localisation accuracy, not literal conversion Clients typically engage me when they need: Higher clarity and credibility in their messaging Better search visibility and content structure Faster turnaround on content production and refinement Consistency across websites, marketing, and documentation Reduced internal workload on writing, editing, and rewriting cycles If you need content that is structurally sound, commercially aligned, and ready for real-world use — let’s work.

I am good at: Data entry work including numbers, PDF conversion to Ms. Word and Ms. Excel Data typing Copy typing Typing (General) - Typing speed 40 words per minute Proofreading - errors, grammar, punctuation, layout and spelling. All proofreading of documents including general proofreading, books, lectures etc. Transcription - English (American/ Brittish/ Australian / South African) - audio to verbatim. With or without timestamps, clean verbatim or filler words included. Translation - English and Afrikaans and vice versa. Also registered on translation platforms such as Smartcat, Tektime. Internet research, data mining, sorting and capturing and organizing. Surveys Illustrations - Pencil (Freestyle) - Colouring Pencil (Freestyle) - Acrylic Painting