I help businesses and organizations communicate clearly across English and Kiswahili audiences.
Whether you need translation, subtitles, or localization, I ensure your message is accurate, natural, and culturally relevant.
What I Do:
English ↔ Kiswahili translation
Video subtitles
Audio/video interpretation
Content localization
What You Get:
Clear and accurate communication
Professional tone
Audience-friendly translation
Experience:
Worked on video translation projects (5⭐ rating)
Experience with international clients
👉 Let’s make your message reach more people.
Lead Generation
Google Ads
Social Video Marketing
Social Media Management
Adobe Photoshop
Canva
Social Media Marketing
Graphic Design
Branding & Marketing
Brand Identity Design
Digital Marketing
Social Media Advertising
Adobe Premiere Pro
Sales
Said Ibrahim A.
Nairobi, Kenya
$5/hr
5.0
11 jobs
Professional Somali–English Translator, Interpreter, Transcriptionist, and Localization Specialist with extensive experience supporting NGOs, research organizations, businesses, and digital platforms.
Clients consistently value my professionalism, responsiveness, clear communication, and ability to deliver high-quality work on time. I have successfully supported projects involving translation, transcription, interpretation, localization, voice recording, content development, and multilingual communication across humanitarian, research, education, and business sectors.
My goal is to help organizations and individuals communicate accurately and effectively across languages and cultures while maintaining the highest standards of quality and confidentiality.
Services I provide:
• Somali ↔ English Translation
• Interpretation (Remote & On-site)
• Audio & Video Transcription
• Subtitling & Captioning
• Proofreading & Editing
• Localization
• Voice Recording & Voice-Over
• Content Writing & Data Annotation
If you're looking for a reliable language professional who delivers accurate work, communicates clearly, and meets deadlines consistently, I would be pleased to support your project.
Audio Transcription
Data Entry
Video Transcription
Editing & Proofreading
Somali to English Translation
Lingston C.
Nairobi, Kenya
$10/hr
5.0
86 jobs
Words carry weight—let’s make yours land with precision, clarity, and impact.
I specialize in fact-checking, editing, proofreading, AI content evaluation, and training dataset creation with a focus on accuracy, clarity, and publication-ready quality. With experience across academic, web, SEO, and AI training projects, I help organizations improve content quality, data reliability, and language model performance.
What sets me apart:
✔ Deep expertise in fact-checking & source validation
✔ AI content evaluation and response assessment
✔ Training dataset creation and annotation support
✔ Advanced editing & proofreading for flow, tone, and readability
✔ Strong command of grammar, syntax, and editorial standards
✔ Experience collaborating with AI teams and data scientists
✔ Research-driven approach with strong analytical skills
✔ Consistent delivery of high-quality work under deadlines
Core Services:
✔ Fact-checking & accuracy verification
✔ AI content evaluation
✔ Training dataset creation
✔ Copy editing & proofreading
✔ Academic editing & formatting
✔ SEO content writing & optimization
✔ Content quality assurance
✔ Instructional content review
✔ Research & trend analysis
✔ Editorial standards enforcement
Tools: Google Docs | Research Databases | Content Management Systems | Digital Content Creation Tools
AI Tools: ChatGPT · Claude · Grammarly · Jasper AI · QuillBot · Hemingway Editor · Copy.ai · Perplexity AI
If the goal is accurate, credible, and professionally polished content, that’s exactly what gets delivered.
Whether you need publication-ready content, AI evaluation support, training datasets, SEO articles, or rigorous fact-checking, I combine editorial expertise with modern AI workflows to deliver reliable results.
✦ EDITING & PROOFREADING — I refine grammar, syntax, structure, readability, and consistency to ensure content communicates clearly and professionally.
✦ AI CONTENT EVALUATION — I assess AI-generated outputs for accuracy, relevance, coherence, instruction compliance, tone, and overall quality while providing actionable feedback.
✦ TRAINING DATASET CREATION — I support dataset development, annotation, labeling, and content review processes that help improve AI model performance and reliability.
✦ NLP & LANGUAGE PROJECTS — I contribute to language-focused initiatives through content analysis, data organization, feedback interpretation, and quality review aligned with NLP objectives.
✦ ACADEMIC WRITING & EDITING — From citations and references to research-backed arguments, I follow strict academic standards including APA, MLA, Chicago, and other style guides.
✦ SEO & WEB CONTENT — I create content that balances search visibility with reader engagement, ensuring value, readability, and performance.
✦ FACT-CHECKING & ACCURACY VERIFICATION — I verify claims, statistics, references, and sources to maintain credibility and trust.
✦ COLLABORATION & QUALITY ASSURANCE — I work effectively with content teams, researchers, and data scientists to maintain quality standards across projects.
Blog Content
I create structured, engaging blog content that captures attention while delivering meaningful information. Every piece is optimized for readability, audience engagement, and long-term value.
Business Writing
I deliver professional business content that prioritizes clarity, accuracy, and purpose. My writing supports effective communication and informed decision-making.
Article Writing
I produce well-researched articles supported by verified information, clear organization, and strong editorial quality.
Blog Writing
I develop audience-focused blog posts that combine practical insights, strong structure, and engaging storytelling.
English
I possess advanced written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of grammar, style, tone, and audience adaptation.
Research & Analysis
I conduct thorough research, evaluate sources, identify trends, and apply analytical thinking to strengthen content quality and decision-making.
AI Training & Evaluation
I support AI projects through content assessment, dataset preparation, instruction evaluation, feedback interpretation, and quality control processes.
Remote Collaboration
I excel in remote work environments, managing deadlines effectively while maintaining clear communication and consistent project delivery.
Additional Skills
• Editing
• AI Content Evaluation
• Training Dataset Creation
• NLP (Natural Language Processing)
• Collaboration with Data Scientists
• Analytical Skills
• Editorial Standards Enforcement
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Digital Content Creation Tools
• Feedback Interpretation
• Time Management
• Remote Work Proficiency
• Instructional Design
• Research on Writing Trends
• Fact-Checking
• Proofreading
• SEO Writing
• Academic Editing
• Content Quality Assurance
• Content Research
Fact-Checking
Editing & Proofreading
English
Grammar & Syntax Review
Content Editing
References & Citations
Academic Proofreading
Article Writing
Website Content
Academic Editing
Writing
SEO Writing
Topic Research
Google Docs
Accuracy Verification
Quality Assurance
Style Guide
Content Localization
Copy Editing
Written Language
Eunice K.
Nairobi, Kenya
$35/hr
5.0
2 jobs
🎙️ Bilingual Voice-Over Artist (English & Swahili) | Audio Post-Production Specialist | Podcast & Audiobook Editor
Hi, I'm Eunice – a professional female voice-over artist and audio editor with a keen ear for detail and a passion for clean, high-quality sound. I offer versatile voice-overs in both English and Swahili, combined with expert-level audio post-production services—all from a fully equipped studio.
✅ Voice-Over Services
Engaging, clear, and authentic delivery tailored to your audience:
Language Learning Apps
E-learning & Explainer Videos
TV & Radio Commercials
IVR / Phone Prompts
Corporate & Video Narration
Whether you need a warm, friendly tone or a confident commercial read—I bring your script to life with professionalism and flair.
🎧 Audio Post-Production Expertise
I provide end-to-end editing and mastering services across various content formats:
🎙️ Podcast Editing & Mastering
Full cleanup, leveling, intro/outro insertion, ad breaks, and ID3 tagging
📚 Audiobook Editing & Mastering
ACX-compliant editing, pacing, breath control, and polish
🎬 Dialogue Editing for Video & Film
Syncing, cleanup, and enhancement for clear, impactful delivery
🧹 Noise Reduction & Mistake Removal
Elimination of pops, clicks, background noise, and dead air
🎛️ Mixing & Mastering
Professional EQ, compression, normalization & loudness matching
🔖 Metadata Tagging
ID3 tags and proper formatting for streaming and publishing platforms
🎶 Music Beds, Sound FX, Transitions
Enhance flow and engagement with seamless integration of audio elements
💼 Why Work With Me?
Fast Turnaround | Reliable Communication
Broadcast-Quality Sound | Studio-Grade Setup
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Detail-Oriented | Deadline-Driven
I take pride in delivering clear, polished, and impactful audio—customized for your project and ready for the world to hear.
📩 Let’s connect! Click “Invite to Job” to get started. I’d love to hear more about your project and how I can help.
Best regards,
Eunice
Voice-Over Artist & Audio Editor
Localization
Swahili
Voice-Over Recording
Audio Editing
Podcast Editing
Female Voice
Audio Mastering
Avid Pro Tools
Audio Post Production
Translation
Film Dubbing
Milena T.
Nairobi, Kenya
$20/hr
5.0
15 jobs
AI-savvy professional specializing in LLM evaluation, quality assurance, and AI training operations. I help teams improve annotation quality, streamline workflows, and deliver AI training data on time and at scale.
In my most recent role at Scale AI, I led contributors through 1,000+ annotation and evaluation tasks on the Outlier platform, including a multilingual team, overseeing quality control, coordination, and on-time delivery. I've also evaluated AI agent tool-calling trajectories, scoring model outputs for training utility, realism, and outcome correctness. To support consistency across projects, I created SOPs and internal documentation that helped contributors work more efficiently and maintain high standards.
What I bring:
- LLM evaluation and AI agent trajectory scoring
- AI annotation across text, image, and technical/domain-specific data
- Localization and multilingual project coordination (Swahili/English)
- Quality assurance and accuracy review
- SOP creation and workflow documentation
- Team coordination and operations support
- Familiarity with AI tools including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, Lovable, and Replit
If you need someone who can lead AI training and evaluation workflows, coordinate multilingual teams, or bring structure to your operations, I'd be glad to help.
Best,
Milena
AI Agent Development
Prompt Engineering
Automated Workflow
Make.com
Zapier
n8n
API Integration
AI Consulting
Business Process Automation
Python
Data Annotation
WorkManager
Team Management
Project Management
Virtual Assistance
Management Skills
Task Coordination
Logistics Coordination
Cross Functional Team Leadership
Process Improvement
Irene J.
Nairobi, Kenya
$10/hr
5.0
10 jobs
Detail-oriented, Language data and Localization Specialist with proven experience
supporting AI training, transcription, auditing, and multilingual data annotation projects.
Strong background working on English–Swahili language tasks, including transcription,
evaluation, quality auditing, and linguistic validation for global clients. Adept at meeting
high-volume production targets while maintaining strict quality and confidentiality
standards.
Accuracy Verification
Microsoft Word
Data Entry
Google Docs
English
Microsoft Excel
Audio Transcription
Research & Development
Social Media Management
Customer Service
Graphic Design
Information & Communications Technology
Digital Marketing
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