I am an Italian proofreader and content editor with experience in text revision, transcription and AI-generated content evaluation.
I help improve grammar, readability and natural flow while preserving the original tone and meaning of the text.
I work on:
✔ ebooks and articles
✔ website and blog content
✔ AI-generated text
✔ proofreading and editing
✔ transcription projects
I have experience working on multilingual online platforms and I pay close attention to detail, language consistency and content quality.
My goal is to provide clear, natural and professional-sounding content delivered with accuracy and reliability.
Proofreading
Writing
Business Writing
Professional Tone
Karim L.
feletto umberto (UDINE), Italy
$25/hr
5.0
114 jobs
WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE ME:
Because I'm an expert translator (10+ years of experience), I never miss a deadline, I love my job and I do it with passion, and most of all I know how to make everything sound appealing for the Italian audience. And I'm also kind and nice :)
Native language: Italian
Main skills: apps and softwares localization, translation, transcription, proofreading, Amazon and Ebay listings, publishing, SEO writing
Interests: technology, gaming, SEO and creative writing, movies and TV series, music
I speak and write Italian and English fluently. I worked in the local law court for 4 years as a transcriptionist and a writer, composing and translating legal letters in Italian and English. Now I work as a professional freelance translator and proofreader since 2010. I'm specialized in translating apps and softwares, and I also took part in important website translations as project coordinator and proofreader.
I'm such a hard worker and a fast learner, I always reply to emails in no time and I'm pretty sure that my experience and my skills would mean the perfect choice for anyone.
Some of the projects I worked for:
- INSTAGRAM app - translation of the first Italian build
- FACEAPP app - proofreading of the Italian version
- SNAPCHAT app - translation of the first Italian build
- MINECRAFT - translation of some Italian content
- CAPO app - translation of the whole Italian app
- YSS the game - Italian translation of YSS 1 and 2
- RUNTASTIC - translation of the first Italian build
- OVER THE ALPS the game - Italian translation of the two games
- GARDENA app - translation of the Italian app
- Italian translation of the official ISS app
- KEENETIC app - Italian translation of the whole app
- ATHOM app and website - Italian translation of the whole app and website
...and hundreds more!
Proofreading
Editing & Proofreading
Italian
Website Translation
Transcreation
Copywriting
Translation
Creative Writing
Technical Writing
Content Localization
English to Italian Translation
Mobile App Localization
Website Localization
Martina S.
Rome, Italy
$33/hr
4.9
1,292 jobs
✅ HIGH-QUALITY (100% HUMAN) TRANSLATIONS AND PROOFREADING/EDITING SERVICES ✅
My language pairs are:
⭐️English - Italian
⭐️German - Italian
⭐️French - Italian
⭐️TOP RATED PLUS!⭐️ Over 1200 jobs won, over 2000 tracked hours, an extraordinary job history (check below). Look no further, you found the right person. Native Italian/English speaker, full command of both languages (C2 level - native level), as well as very good knowledge of German and French. Graduated with a Master's Degree in Foreign Languages and Translation with honors, I have been working as a freelance translator (EN-IT, DE-IT, FR-IT), as well as proofreader and editor since 2009. I am extremely hardworking, reliable, accurate and professional.
I have over ten years of experience and can handle any kind of texts, although I specialize in:
✅ LITERARY TRANSLATION: I translated over 100 books and worked for bestselling authors. I translated romance, dark romance, fantasy books, biographies, children's books etc.; I also translated e-books about psychology and self-help.
✅ PHARMACEUTICAL/MEDICAL TRANSLATION: I occasionally work for Johnson & Johnson and Medtronic - I translated many surveys, questionnaires, clinical assessments, leaflets, case histories of patients, texts about medical devices. I specialize in ophthalmology, diabetes management, neurology, cardiology, e-health, psychology, weight loss products and supplements.
✅ MARKETING TRANSLATION: I translated many websites about marketing and e-commerce: I am familiar with marketing scripts, newsletters, e-mails, sales copy and company profiles.
✅TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY TRANSLATION: I translated many hospitality texts, brochures, hotel websites, websites about travel destinations and restaurants.
✅ IT TRANSLATION: I translated texts about software (threat defense, computer security, viruses) and worked for MICROSOFT and SAP.
✅ GAME APPS: I translated many apps for PC, Android and iOS.
✅ PRODUCT LISTING TRANSLATION FOR AMAZON/EBAY: I translated product descriptions about cameras, bikes, repellents, lotions, shoelaces, clothes, etc. I am familiar with SEO and can research the appropriate keywords to use for the Italian market.
✅ ECOLOGY, ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT TRANSLATION: I worked on projects regarding energy, renewable sources, solar energy, reports on sustainable development, ecotourism and biodiversity.
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After my successful experience on Elance, I have been working here on Upwork for over five years now! I had the pleasure to meet many companies and individuals, worked on over 1200 jobs and spent over 2000 tracked hours on this fantastic site. I have worked with great clients and built lasting relationships with many of them. Will you be my next client? :-)
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I guarantee 100% quality translations (NO GOOGLE TRANSLATE).
✅ PROOFREADING/EDITING ✅
If you need someone to edit a book or a website, if you are not sure about spelling/grammar/style or simply want to make your copy shine, you found the right person! I am very meticulous and have a keen eye for detail, as well as deep knowledge of Italian style, vocabulary, grammar and punctuation.
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Editing & Proofreading
German
Translation
English
Literary Translation
French
Website Translation
Business Translation
Italian
Copywriting
Technical Translation
Book Editing
English to Italian Translation
Italian to English Translation
Medical Translation
Claudia M.
Bologna, Italy
$8/hr
5.0
7 jobs
I correct every kind of text! Correggo qualsiasi tipo di testo!
Salve, sono Claudia. Ho esperienza di scrittura creativa e non solo. Ho competenze di grammatica, letteratura e poesia italiana. Oltre ad aver completato studi classici ed avere una laurea in Lettere, i miei attuali studi sono rivolti alla specializzazione come editor, correttrice di bozze e scrittura.
Hi, I'm Claudia. I have experience in creative writing and more. I have skills in Italian grammar, literature and poetry. In addition to having completed classical studies and completed the University of Letters, my current studies are aimed at specializing as an editor, proofreader and writer.
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Editing & Proofreading
Writing
Grammar & Syntax Review
Written Comprehension
Article Writing
Article Curation
Creative Writing
Content Writing
Content Editing
Alessandro M.
Loreto Aprutino, Italy
$15/hr
4.9
95 jobs
I'm Alessandro and I'm an Italian content writer, proofreader and translator.
My services:
•Translation from English to Italian
•Italian writer and copywriter (articles, ebooks, FB ads, YT scripts, Social media posts, etc...)
•Proofreading for Italian content (and localization)
Editing & Proofreading
Italian
Website Content
English to Italian Translation
Creative Writing
Content Writing
SEO Keyword Research
Copywriting
Article Writing
Language Interpretation
SEO Writing
Sports Writing
Online Writing
Davide M.
Montecalvo Irpino, Italy
$9/hr
5.0
9 jobs
Hi, I’m Davide — a bilingual professional (English & Italian) with extensive experience in customer support, translation, proofreading, and human-centered communication. I help businesses deliver clear, accurate, and emotionally intelligent messages, combining strong language skills with a psychology-informed approach to understanding people’s needs.
I’ve handled a wide range of customer-support and communication tasks, from resolving technical issues and guiding users through platforms to refining written content and coordinating workflows. I’m highly organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities while staying calm and solution-focused under pressure.
My strongest asset is my advanced command of English, developed through years of reading, writing, and language refinement. This allows me to excel in proofreading, editing, content polishing, product page optimization, English ↔ Italian translation, and voice acting. I take pride in elevating clarity, tone, and flow so communication feels natural, professional, and engaging.
Proofreading
Editing & Proofreading
Writing
Content Writing
Academic Editing
Social Listening
Speech Therapy
Translation
Communications
Communication Design
Communication Strategy
Change Communication
Copywriting
Bilingual Education
Customer Satisfaction
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