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Jenessa A.

Davao, Philippines

$9/hr
5.0
122 jobs

⭐ High-quality, culturally accurate, and natural translations — always delivered on time. Hi! I’m Jenessa, a Top-Rated linguist, copywriter, and published author with over 8 years of writing experience and 5 years of translation expertise. I help brands, publishers, and developers connect with Filipino audiences through clear, natural, and impactful language. Clients often describe my work as “flawless, detailed, and beyond expectations.” Here’s what they say: “Jenessa never fails to meet our expectations. Her work is top-notch.” “Delivered on time and exactly as instructed.” “One of the best linguists we’ve worked with — highly recommended!” 🌍 What I Offer Professional Translation & Localization English to Tagalog | English to Cebuano (Bisaya) | Tagalog to Cebuano I specialize in localizing documents, apps, games, e-learning materials, and creative content, making sure your message fits naturally in Filipino context — not just word-for-word. Subtitling & Captioning Accurate, time-synced, and naturally flowing subtitles. Skilled in English ↔ Tagalog and English ↔ Cebuano translation for videos, YouTube, and educational content. Copywriting & Transcreation I craft engaging copy that resonates with Filipino audiences — from brand storytelling and marketing campaigns to blogs and product descriptions. Editing & Proofreading I polish your content to sound smooth, correct, and brand-consistent. ✍️ About Me I’m not just a translator — I’m a storyteller at heart. As a published fiction author (3 paperbacks + 1 Kindle book), I bring creativity and precision to every project. I’ve also worked as an assistant editor for a writing platform, providing exceptional editorial support and ensuring content quality for thousands of readers. I take pride in blending accuracy with readability — especially for clients who need text that feels local, warm, and human. 💼 Why Clients Trust Me ✔ Native speaker of both Tagalog and Cebuano (Bisaya) ✔ Deep understanding of Filipino culture and language tone ✔ Strong experience in game and app localization ✔ Excellent communicator and always meets deadlines ✔ Proven track record with 100% Job Success on Upwork 💬 What You’ll Get When You Work With Me Translations that sound natural and human, not machine-like Content that keeps cultural nuance and emotional intent intact A partner who’s responsive, reliable, and easy to work with Clear communication from start to finish ✨ Whether you need game localization, marketing copy, or general translation, I’ll help you deliver content that feels authentic to Filipino audiences. Let’s bring your project to life — message me today, and let’s make your words resonate!

  • Proofreading
  • Translation
  • Book Writing
  • Video Game Localization
  • English to Filipino Translation
  • Subtitling
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Subtitles
  • Subtitle Localization
  • English to Tagalog Translation
  • Ghostwriting
  • Filipino to English Translation
  • Translation & Localization Software
  • Copywriting
  • SEO Writing
Lovely A.

Carmona, Philippines

$20/hr
4.9
148 jobs

Hi, I’m Lovely! I specialize in research, writing, editing, and translation, with a strong focus on Philippines-related content. I’ve worked as a writer and editor at the Department of Science and Technology (DOST Philippines) and as a TV program translator at a media company.

  • Filipino
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • English to Filipino Translation
  • Filipino to English Translation
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Content Editing
  • Localization
  • Proofreading
  • Research & Development
  • Online Research
  • Market Research
  • Content Research
  • Tagalog
  • Tagalog to English Translation
  • English to Tagalog Translation
Regielou R.

Cagayan de Oro, Philippines

$11/hr
5.0
87 jobs

Since 2003, I have worked on various projects involving the Hispanic market. I had experience in thermoplastic consumption research in the Spanish and Mexican market. I also had call center experience answering inbound calls and responding to sales inquiries via e-mail from Hispanic members for 4 years., I worked for a Malaysian biometrics company and was in charge of English to Spanish translation of monthly newsletter articles, software/hardware manuals, product updates, and sales generation for the Hispanic market. I am currently looking for opportunities involving contracts for English-Spanish/Spanish-English and Cebuano-English/English-Cebuano proofreading, translation, and transcription. I do not do Zoom calls. I know basic HTML and I currently have 3 WordPress blogs.

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Copywriting
  • Content Localization
  • Contract Translation
  • Blog Writing
  • HTML
  • Spanish to English Translation
  • General Transcription
  • English to Spanish Translation
  • Blog Commenting
  • US English Dialect
  • Legal Agreement
  • Data Entry
Alcina Kae Q.

San Pedro, Philippines

$5/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I'm a single mom who stays at home taking care of my only son.I can write and speak English. I can work with power point. I can work anytime of the day. I graduated Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Management at PUP San Pedro. I had a working experienced at McDonald's Philippines as a service crew for a year.

  • Microsoft Word
  • English to Filipino Translation
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Docs
  • Google
  • English to Tagalog Translation
  • Tagalog to English Translation
  • Data Entry
  • Korean to English Translation
Kaia B.

Cauayan, Philippines

$7/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Licensed Teacher with a Master’s degree in Filipino, experienced in teaching, translation, and curriculum development. Skilled in translating academic, medical, clinical, and literary texts, developing instructional materials, and supporting language education initiatives. Currently exploring opportunities in virtual assistant work, with growing experience in administrative tasks, research, and content support. Committed to delivering quality work with cultural and linguistic accuracy.

  • Translation
  • English to Filipino Translation
  • Filipino to English Translation
  • Curriculum Mapping
  • Ilocano
  • Medical Translation
  • Technical Translation
Patrick Lawrence G.

Tayabas, Philippines

$15/hr
4.7
7 jobs

📌Ensure the accuracy of your linguistic outputs through my help! ✨ABOUT ME: 📝 I am Proficient in English and a Tagalog Native 🎓 Graduate of Bachelor of Secondary Education, Major in English 📚 Pursuing a post-graduate degree in Applied Linguistics 🪪 A licensed professional teacher with over 8 years of teaching experience. 💼CORE SERVICES: 📜TRANSCRIPTION/TRANSLATION: - incorporating linguistic approaches to professionally translate texts - offering flexible multidisciplinary expertise - can produce varied translation outputs (i.e. actual, preferred, technical, or cultural translations, etc.) ↘️CREATIVE AREAS: - Literary Translations - Content Translations - Localization/Cultural Translation (Advertisements/Content, Subtitling, etc) ↘️TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS: - Legal Document Translation - Editing and Proofreading - Translating & Transcribing - Interview & Response Transcription/Translation - Validating & Translating Research Instruments 📑📚ACADEMIC SPECIALIST SERVICES: Let's elevate your educational resources through the following: - Development of engaging lessons and learning tasks - Application of practical and results-oriented teaching strategies - Creation of Theory-informed educational materials - Curriculum planning and academic program design - Assessment tool development and evaluation - Academic research writing and consultation - Editing and proofreading 📊 CORPORATE SERVICES: - English language and communication training - General online data collection - Product and company information research - Lead and client response generation - Data correction, verification, and refinement - Data validation and optimization ⚙️TECH-BASED SERVICES: - Text annotation and categorization - Prompt evaluation and reinforcement data generation - English-Tagalog v.v. translation, localization, and quality assurance - Evaluation of AI model responses for accuracy and tone 📌My services ensure: - Flexibility with multiple disciplines - Clear and open communication - Delivery of clear and professional results Let's work together to achieve your objectives! 🌏INTERNATIONAL LOCATIONS I already worked with: 📍Spain 📍Italy 📍Thailand 📍United States 📍The Netherlands

  • Filipino
  • English to Tagalog Translation
  • Tagalog to English Translation
  • Linguistics
  • Content Writing
  • Curriculum Development
  • Research Paper Writing
  • Book Review
  • Topic Research
  • Online Research
  • Proofreading
  • Scriptwriting
  • Data Entry
  • College & University
  • Academic K-12

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