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Aisyah Binti M.

Kajang, Malaysia

$20/hr
5.0
129 jobs

I’m a native Malay speaker who grew up in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and can fluently speak, write, and translate both Malay and English. Currently, I am full-time freelancer with a Diploma in Professional Translation, accredited by the Malaysian Translators Association & Dewan Bahasa Pustaka, Malaysia. My recent full-time job was a Lecturer at First City University, Damansara, Malaysia teaching Media & Culture, Audience & Receptions Studies, Journalism Studies and Public Speaking. (2018-2021) Previously, I was also a Broadcast Radio Journalist attached to a local radio station in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2012-2017). I have recently transitioned into Malay translation/localization/linguistics as my current full-time career. My freelance translation journey began in 2014, starting with translating TV shows and movies for projects supplemented by subtitling firms and growing my expertise into copywriting for international firms. My area of expertise covers the industries of gaming (apps and online), Facebook quizzes, educational websites, retail, websites, apps, movies, promotional and advertising materials. I also have experience in taking on the role as a Malay Language Specialist and Malay Linguist for international firms in creating Machine Learning models and Artificial Intelligence services. In terms of my educational background, I have a Master’s Degree in Communication and Media Studies from Monash University, Caulfield, Melbourne. Let me know if you are interested in discussing your new job with me! I can offer my services in the field of English to Malay translation/localization/linguist/language specialist/proofreading or reviewing. I reply to messages promptly. Please do check out my client reviews on Upwork.

  • Malay
  • Game Customization
  • SmartCAT
  • Mobile App Localization
  • English to Malay Translation
  • Website Localization
  • Translation
  • Near-Native Fluency
  • Content Localization
  • Caption
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Localization
  • Video Game Localization
  • Review
  • UserTesting
Nurul K.

Gelugor, Malaysia

$15/hr
4.8
135 jobs

I am a science degree holder and an experienced English-Malay translator with a strong background in localization across various industries, bridging linguistic and cultural gaps to create impactful localized content. I am also a dedicated Customer Support representative who is passionate about improving customer satisfaction and has significant experience solving problems in several community-focused platforms. With a sharp eye for detail and a deep understanding of online safety protocols, I ensure compliance with regulations, fostering a positive user experience while upholding the integrity of the community. With a strong eye for detail, a commitment to consistency, and experience working with structured data and online tools, I have completed several remote annotation tasks, including object recognition, sentiment labeling, and content categorization. These experiences helped me develop the ability to follow detailed guidelines while maintaining high accuracy. I am confident in my ability to contribute high-quality annotations to your machine learning projects. I am excited by the opportunity to support AI development through quality data labeling, and I am open to learning new tools and workflows as needed.

  • Malay
  • Proofreading
  • English to Malay Translation
  • Malay to English Translation
  • Content Localization
  • Content Moderation
  • Social Media Management
  • Community Management
  • Community Moderation
  • Customer Support
  • Customer Service
  • Email Support
  • Data Annotation
  • Image Annotation
  • Data Labeling
Idarina M.

Johor Bahru, Malaysia

$5/hr
4.7
70 jobs

Handle projects for clients as ideally demand. Handle client media social as website, Instagram, Blogg, etc Create content for clients' social media. Expertist in marketing in media social Expertist in financial Advisor Expertist in design for blog, content and etc Languages I Speak | Able to work with ⭐️ Malays ⭐️ ⭐️Kedah Malay ⭐️Kelantan Malay ⭐️Perak Malay ⭐️Pineng Malay ⭐️Sabah Malay ⭐️Sarawak Malay ⭐️ Indonesian ⭐️ ⭐️Balinese ⭐️Buginese ⭐️Musi ⭐️Javanese ⭐️Jambi Malay 🌸 Idarina Mokhtar

  • Translation
  • Social Media Content
  • English to Indonesian Translation
  • English to Malay Translation
  • Content Editing
  • Indonesian to English Translation
  • Customer Engagement
  • General Transcription
  • Transcription Timestamping
  • Live Transcription
  • Transcription Software
  • Audio Transcription
  • Video Transcription
  • Podcast Transcription
  • Business Transcription
  • Earnings Call Transcription
  • Content Writing
  • Content Planning
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Customer Support
  • Writing
  • Content Creation
Ching Erh W.

Cheras, Malaysia

$20/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I am a seasoned editorial and content strategy practitioner with over 20 years of experience in creative writing, translation, and editorial development, and over a decade of specialised experience in book publishing and long-form content projects. My work focuses on transforming complex information, human stories, and organisational narratives into structured, meaningful, publication-grade content through human-centered storytelling, narrative structuring, and editorial intelligence. I work across: ✔Editorial strategy and content governance ✔Publishing and manuscript development ✔Corporate storytelling and communications ✔Narrative architecture and content structuring ✔Human-centered interviewing and insight extraction ✔Multilingual content systems (English | Chinese (Simplified/Traditional) | Malay ⇄ English | Chinese (Simplified/Traditional) | Malay) My background spans publishing, corporate environments, and long-form non-fiction projects, particularly in biography, business, entrepreneurship, and self-help genres. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Services: ✔Biography & Life Story Ghostwriting ✔Non-Fiction Book Development ✔Manuscript Structuring & Editing ✔Translation (English | Chinese (Simplified/Traditional) | Malay ⇄ English | Chinese (Simplified/Traditional) | Malay) ✔Interview-Based Content Creation ✔Editorial Consultation Portfolio Highlights Written ▪ Jack Ma | Biography | ISBN 978-983-3789-92-4 (MPH Best Business Book of 2016) ▪ Li Ka-shing | Biography | ISBN 978-983-3789-94-8 ▪ The Future is Small | Business | ISBN 978-967-1706374 Translated (Chinese → English) ▪ Robert Kuok | Biography | ISBN 978-983-3789-88-7 ▪ Tan Kai Kee: Soaring Without Fear and Regrets | Biography | ISBN 978-967-1536469O ▪ The Art of Position by Datuk Stella | Self-help/Management | ISBN 978-967-17063-0-5 Translated (English → Chinese) ▪ 心态值千万 by Derric Chew | Self-help | ISBN 978-967-1883136 Edited / Proofread ▪ Lord of the Land | Business-Property | ISBN 978-967-2805779 ▪ Back to Property Investment | Business-Property | ISBN 978-967-2805618 ▪ Fighting the Devil Within | Self-help | ISBN 978-967-2805786

  • Translation
  • Website Translation
  • Document Translation
  • Literary Translation
  • Academic Translation
  • Business Translation
  • Editorial Translation
  • Legal Translation
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Book Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Writing
  • Website Copywriting
  • Book Writing
Mohd Farid A.

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

$8/hr
4.9
35 jobs

Hi, I'm a highly experienced translator with a strong focus on delivering accurate and culturally appropriate English to Malay translations for any Upwork projects. With a solid academic foundation and over 7 years of experience in the field, I offer a comprehensive range of language services to meet your diverse translation needs. *** My academic journey began with a Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics & Education, which provided me with a deep understanding of language structures, sociolinguistics, and language acquisition. This has been instrumental in shaping my approach to translation, allowing me to excel in conveying meanings while ensuring translation precision. In addition, I hold two professional translator certificates, which further validate my expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality translations. *** Beyond my role as a Malay translator here on Upwork, I have also been serving as a teacher in Malaysia since 2016, which significantly enriched my linguistic knowledge and teaching methodologies. This dual perspective enhances my ability to craft translations that resonate with the Malay audience while maintaining the integrity of their English content. *** I excel in website and app localization, providing a fluid user experience that resonates with our Malay audience while maintaining the essence of the original English content. Additionally, I specialize in translating certificates (birth, death, or marriage) with precision, making them valid and recognized in both English or Malay language. *** My proficiency extends to the thrilling worlds of gaming and entertainment. I take pride in localizing gaming content and entertainment materials perfectly, engaging players and audiences in the desired manner, as if they are sitting in the real Malay world environment. *** Timeliness and quality are my priorities, and collaboration, as well as open communication with you, is at the core of my work strategies here on Upwork. I am also capable of managing multiple Malay projects simultaneously under tight deadlines if needed. *** Overall, if you seek a professional English-Malay translator with expertise in general translation, health, financial, legal, website and apps localization, certificate translation, gaming, and entertainment, video subtitling/transcriptions, or many more, backed by a strong academic background and teaching experience, I'm here to assist you. Contact me, and let's embark on a successful journey of language transformation from English to Malay together! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile (although it's a bit lengthy, it's worth considering).

  • Malay
  • Proofreading
  • Official Documents Translation
  • Academic Translation
  • Malay to English Translation
  • General Transcription
  • Software Localization
  • English to Malay Translation
  • Web App Localization
  • Mobile App Localization
  • Website Localization
  • Survey Question
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Video Game Localization
Nurzalia Z.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

$30/hr
5.0
434 jobs

Looking for translation and transcreation expertise or linguistic solutions? Fast response, high rapport and many satisfied customers. On-time delivery. PLEASE REACH!!!  To achievers around the world. Let's collaborate to synergize the best of you and me to achieve your business or personal goal. Please review my humble profile and reach out for discussion. I will provide my resume for invited projects only. I have a translation certification from the Institute of Translation and Book Malaysia (ITBM), which is widely recognized. I am a native Malay speaker, and English is my second language. I am meticulous and result-oriented. You can expect a clear, high-quality translation. I do not translate literally; I tailor the translation to the target audience and deliver the translation objectively. In other words, I deliver your words to reach your audience and get the result you want. I am also a certified project management professional and highly experienced in handling project matters. I have extensive experience, including technical writing, from my 14 years in the PMO and engineering professions. You can kindly reach out for a virtual assistant task, such as business or technical content writing and proofreading. Other than that, I am also well diverse and have assisted people in consulting related to business administration, including project, operation, and marketing management.

  • English
  • Malay
  • Official Documents Translation
  • Product Documentation
  • Translation
  • Editorial Translation
  • Content Localization
  • Technical Translation
  • Malay to English Translation
  • Project Management Office
  • English to Malay Translation
  • Forex Trading

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How to Hire Top Malay Translators

How to hire Malay translators

Malay is the official language of Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, and Singapore. It is spoken across the Strait of Malacca, which stretches from the Malay Peninsula to the Indonesian island of Sumatra. If you’re looking to localize your business for Malay-speaking communities, a Malay translator can help. 

So how do you hire Malay translators? What follows are some tips for finding top Malay translators on Upwork. 

How to shortlist Malay translation professionals

As you’re browsing available Malay translation consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the contractors you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Industry fit. You want a translator who not only can translate Malay but also understands how to translate industry-specific lingo between languages.
  • Communication. A translator needs strong written and verbal communication skills to ensure your message remains intact post-translation. 
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular Malay translator.

How to write an effective Malay translation job post

With a clear picture of your ideal Malay translator in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective Malay translation job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From real-time Malay-to-English translation to audio transcription, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer specific experience performing certain translation and localization services, such as translating technical documents and user manuals, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Ready to bridge the communication gap between your business and Malay-speaking communities? Log in and post your Malay translation job on Upwork today.

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MALAY TRANSLATORS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Malay?

Malay is an Austronesian language with numerous dialects spoken throughout Southeast Asia. Standard Malay goes by many names depending on the region, but it is commonly referred to as Bahasa Melayu in Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei. A major Malay dialect is Bahasa Indonesia (or simply Indonesian), which is mutually intelligible with Bahasa Melayu. 

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in Malay translation consultants:

  • Malay-to-English and/or English-to-Malay translation
  • CAT (computer-assisted translation) tools such as Workbench or MultiTrans
  • Audio transcription (e.g., subtitles) 
  • Writing and grammar (English and Malay)
  • Specialist, technical, commercial, or industrial knowledge
  • Strong understanding of how style, tone, and other cultural elements should be transferred between English and Malay

Why do you want to hire Malay translators?

The trick to finding top Malay translators is to identify your needs. Is your goal to translate your website from English to Malay? Or do you need help generating English subtitles for a Malay video? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire a Malay translator?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced Malay translator may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their Malay translation services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.