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Hello! My name is Sven, I am a German national living in the United States. I am a linguist and researcher with translation, transcription, and localization expertise, with native proficiency in both English and German. My academic background in Biology and German give me the skills necessary to provide fluent and professional translations, subtitling, and other translation and transcription-based services between both languages, whether that be academic, professional, or fiction. Thanks to my amazing ear talents, I pick up every nuance during a translation, interpretation or transcription project, delivering a clear and accurate final product tailored to your needs.

Are you searching for a data annotator who combines expertise, precision, and a proven track record? Look no further. With over 6 years of experience as an Upwork Top-Rated data annotator, I specialize in image, video, text, and audio annotation, ensuring your data is accurate, detailed, and ready for actionable insights. I have annotated a diverse range of data, from images of cars, solar panels, and structures to audio clips of music and sounds, and videos featuring moving vehicles and buildings. My experience spans various annotation tools, including bounding boxes, polygons, pixel-wise, and line tools, ensuring that I can handle any type of annotation project with ease. In addition to visual data, I excel in text annotation, including review analysis, product classification, categorization of articles, claims, tweets, and URLs. Whether you need precise categorization or nuanced interpretation, I bring clarity and consistency to your text data. As an NLP Data Linguist, I offer Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF) and Supervised Fine-Tuning (SFT) alignment tasks. My services include rating and ranking user prompts and LLM responses, selecting optimal LLM outputs, and more, helping to fine-tune your AI models for better performance. I am well-versed in using leading annotation software, such as: Labelbox LabelImg SuperAnnotate Doccano CrowdAI CVAT Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets Customized client software (NDA protected) Custom Deliverables in Your Preferred Format I understand that each project is unique, and I offer flexible delivery options in formats like YOLO, Pascal VOC, JSON, and more, ensuring seamless integration with your existing workflows. I also currently lead a team of skilled data annotators, consistently delivering a precision rate of over 98% across various projects. Our commitment to quality and client satisfaction is reflected in our outstanding reviews and repeat business from clients. Your satisfaction is my top priority. I work closely with you to understand your annotation guidelines, ask pertinent questions, and ensure that your project is delivered to your exact specifications. I have successfully collaborated with startups, large enterprises, and solopreneurs across diverse industries, adapting to their unique needs and delivering top-quality results. If you’re in need of an experienced and reliable data annotator who consistently delivers quality work, I’m here to help. Click the 'Invite' button, and let’s discuss how I can support your project and help you achieve your goals.

I'm an education professional and bilingual teacher with experience in translating, proofreading, editing and copywriting. I'm 100% fluent in both English and Spanish and can offer services in both languages. I have a passion for grammar and writing and can help with error-free and reliable services! I can offer you or your business: ✅ Accurate, error-free, context-appropriate English to Spanish and Spanish to English translation of any type of content. ✅ Translation and localization of website and media content. ✅ Detailed, error-free proofreading and/or copyediting of any type of text, including manuscripts, documents, business writing, website or media content, marketing materials, and articles or blog posts. ✅ Excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation. ✅ Effective communication to ensure your project is perfect for you or your business. The following is a review from a recent client, found below under "testimonials": "Cecilia is an excellent proofreader/copy editor. She has worked on several projects for me and has excelled at every assignment. She is versatile in that she is a grammar expert in both English & Spanish and can edit formally or casually if preferred. She is an excellent communicator, understands and follows directions, and has always finished projects on time (if not ahead of schedule). Sometimes I request that she also report back on comprehension of my message and she is really good at that too, oftentimes offering suggestions on how my copy can be more concise or clear. She continues to exceed expectations." Looking forward to hearing from you!

With a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Linguistics, M.A. in English, and 20+ years of experience as a professor, writer, editor, and researcher, I offer professional skills and knowledge in editing, writing, teaching, and consultation regarding linguistics, literature, English grammar, semantics, and computational linguistics. I have taught university courses in all of these subject areas for years, most recently, and mostly, at Tulane University. I am also interested and educated in cognitive science, philosophy of the mind, and self-development. I am a certified tai chi / qi gong instructor and I have written dozens of articles about meditation, neurofeedback, hypnosis, and other related topics. My "interdisciplinary" Ph.D. is interdisciplinary between cognitive, anthropological, and philosophical linguistics. For the last few years I have worked most in computational linguistics, natural language processing, and AI-training by RLHF.

🥇Top 3% of Upwork talent: 8 years solo, zero outsourcing ⭐800+ 5-star reviews here & on Malt 🎢indies on up to Adobe, Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft You're here for authentic, consistent, and captivating HUMAN content. I faithfully convey cultural nuances and nimbly, NATURALLY tailor your message for your audience (IDIOMS, MEANING, and IDEAS—ZERO awkward, word-for-word machine drivel). Count on fast, friendly help from this veteran independent freelancer. A lifelong bilingual with an MA in linguistics, I'm also keenly familiar with various French cultural intricacies having studied, worked, traveled, married, and raised a child in France, Gabon (Africa), and Canada. You'll find vast experience here with Canadian French, European French, U.S. English and content that I've painstakingly researched and written over the years: marketing, financial, technical, training, legal, environmental, health, medical, sports, gambling, and more. Read my reviews, and send me a direct message for a FREE consultation—en français, ou bien in English!💥 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗜 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿: ✍️authentic copywriting and organic SEO blog articles that your audience AND search engines love (search intent, keyword research, natural on-page SEO with optimized meta/header/alt tags and the right mix of internal/external links to boost organic traffic) 📊optimization within Google Natural Language API and other tools 💬strategic B2B/B2C content, sales funnels, email/social media campaigns 🎨expert layout and formatting (PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint/Slides presentations, InDesign, Google Docs, Wix, WordPress, Hubspot, Canva, Figma) 🔣CAT collaboration (MemoQ, Lokalise, Memsource, Weglot, SmartCat, etc.—your glossary or mine) ⚖️consistent, compliant contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, paralegal drafting 📦consistent, compliant packaging 💻SaaS, apps and data (po, json, HTML, and other formats; code meticulously preserved) 🎮natural video game localization, quality assurance 🎥FLAWLESS subtitles, compliant captions—MANUALLY written, formatted, synced line by line: clean, precise format of your choice (VAST experience with movies, documentaries, webinars, educational videos, marketing, YouTube, Vimeo, more) 🎙️impeccably written and formatted transcriptions with timestamps for focus groups, surveys, market studies 🎤live interpreting and consultation via Zoom, Teams, other platforms 💯language learning: curriculum design, educational content, assessment, phonetic/linguistic analysis 🤫total confidentiality, NDA, certification on request 🚀deadlines NEVER missed, NEVER pressed for payment (let's ensure perfect results first!) ❣corrections/suggestions to source text in tracking mode/comments as I work 🚫ZERO machine slop 𝗠𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: ✔️translation, focus group, market research for Foot Locker, Nike, Rolex, Facebook, Nestlé, Canadian Tire, Mayo Clinic ✔️translation, subtitles, transcription of marketing material for Amazon, Boucheron, Lillet, Vogue, Ivanti, Intel, Oculus Rift ✔bilingual educational content for Wayside Publishing, Duolingo, Wlingua; marketing/website content for LMS Absorb ✔major development/gender and reproductive rights/NGO projects across the African continent ✔film and documentary subtitles (pour les Québecois, c'est tiguidou, là) ✔complex technical and medical manuals and more: Worldcoin, crypto, Lyft, Pedego... ET ENFIN, pour mes futurs clients francophones, c'est OUIII ! Nous pouvons également communiquer en français à tout moment — c'est comme vous voulez ! Ancien bourlingueur ayant séjourné en France, au Gabon, et au Canada, journaliste de sept ans devenu linguiste et professeur de langues à la fac depuis 20 ans, je vous propose du contenu naturel à valeur ajoutée — adapté à chaque public — pour des tarifs très raisonnables établis sur nombre de mots ou minutes vidéo. Merci de tenir compte de notre décalage horaire, et à très vite ! 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀: "Brad's versatility as a translator is one-of-a-kind. From the technical language in our film to creative wordplay, he found a way to purvey everything into French even when it didn't have exact cultural equivalents abroad. There was one pun in particular for which we'd spent weeks trying to find a translation. Brad quickly came up with a brilliant solution." —Michael McDonald, Broccoli Film Initiative "Brad delivered high-quality, consistent, and client-ready translations for everything from PowerPoint decks to simulation exercise materials to trainee communications... He often provided added value with suggestions for clarity... Given the highly technical content and high standards for training organizers (WHO, US CDC, GAVI, UNICEF) and the very quick turnarounds on materials, we truly couldn't have gotten it all done without Brad’s expertise and support." —GAVI, The Vaccine Alliance "Juste parfait, que ce soit en délai ou en qualité." —Samy Daigurande, TEEPTRAK "Brad is the best out there." —Ben Dobson

✅ SEO optimization to improve Google visibility, keyword targeting, and local search performance ✅ Full Squarespace website builds and redesigns tailored to your business goals ✅ Mobile-friendly, responsive layouts designed to improve user experience and conversions ✅ Advanced custom styling and functionality using CSS, HTML, and JavaScript Hi, I’m Katia, a U.S. military veteran and Squarespace web designer specializing in SEO-focused websites for service-based small businesses. I help businesses improve their online presence through strategic website design, on-page SEO, and user-friendly site structures that make it easier for both customers and AI-powered search engines to understand your business. My background in linguistics and UX design means I care about more than just how a website looks. I focus on how content is organized, how users navigate your site, and how pages are optimized to support search visibility and business goals. The goal is simple, help the right people find you and make it easy for them to choose your business. Right now, I’m building my freelance presence here on Upwork, but I’ve already worked with local businesses to redesign outdated websites, improve SEO performance, strengthen local search visibility, and create better experiences for their customers. Here’s what I typically help with: • Squarespace Website Design & Redesign • SEO & On-Page Optimization • Keyword Research & Content Planning • Local SEO (Metadata, Site Structure, Internal Linking) • Mobile Optimization & UX Improvements • Content Writing & Website Copy Refinement • Custom Code (CSS, HTML, JavaScript) • Template Fixes & Layout Adjustments • Ongoing Website Maintenance & Updates • Troubleshooting & Third-Party Integrations Whether you're working with a DIY website that no longer reflects your business or you're starting from scratch and want a site that's built with both users and search engines in mind, I enjoy learning about each business and tailoring solutions to fit your goals. ✅ A Few Extra Things • Easy to work with and responsive throughout the project • Strong background in English, UX, and digital marketing • Focused on clear communication and realistic timelines • Always upfront about scope, expectations, and deliverables • Extensive experience with Squarespace 7.1 and Fluid Engine, plus familiarity with Wix, Webflow, Beehiiv, and WordPress If you're not sure where to start or just want a second opinion on your website, feel free to send me a message. I'm always happy to review your site, discuss ideas, and see if we're a good fit. Looking forward to hearing from you!