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Siti Aqilah Husna M.

Malay-English Annotator | Transcription & Voice Recording Specialist

Banting, Malaysia
$15 per hour
2 jobs
$5 total earnings

Need accurate Malay-English data work done right the first time? I help AI companies and businesses with bilingual transcription, data annotation, and voice recording — combining linguistic precision with a strong technical/scientific background. What I bring: Bilingual transcription (Malay & English) — accurate, fast turnaround, attention to detail AI data annotation & labeling — careful, consistent, deadline-driven Voice recording for AI training datasets — clear native Malay speaker A BSc (Hons) Chemistry background, which means I'm comfortable with technical/scientific content, precise terminology, and structured data — not just casual conversation transcripts Why work with me: I've already completed real freelance projects in this space — bilingual transcription, AI annotation, and voice dataset recording for AI training projects (Aurora Studio). I bring the same rigor I used in scientific R&D and lab work to every dataset: careful, accurate, and deadline-respecting. Looking for a reliable, detail-oriented bilingual contributor for your data needs? Let's talk.

Alvin Ng B.

Market Research Analyst for Fintech, SaaS & Consumer Markets

Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia
$15 per hour
84 jobs
$20K+ total earnings

🧠 What I Do I work across data analysis and market research, helping turn complex data into clear, actionable insights for business decisions. I also incorporate AI tools into my workflow — including AI video generation platforms — while supporting content creation and social media direction when needed. 📌 Projects I’ve Worked On • SaaS Startup Research — compiled and analyzed data across platforms like Stripe, Wise, and other payment providers to support market positioning and business decisions • AI Platform Research — worked on analysis involving tools like HeyGen, Luma Labs, and Synthesia, evaluating capabilities, positioning, and real-world use cases • Market Sizing (TAM, SAM, SOM) — conducted structured research to validate startup opportunities and identify growth trends • Customer Retention Dashboard — built dashboards combining sales and behavioral data to track performance and insights • Financial Cost Analysis & Forecasting — analyzed software subscription costs and created models for budgeting and planning 📝 Content & Social Media I also write finance-related content on my blog Kachingss, covering freelancing, investing, and market trends — translating research into clear, reader-friendly insights. I’ve also explored social media content formats, including carousel-style posts, to repurpose insights into more engaging content. ⚙️ Tools Excel (Power Query), SQL, Python Power BI, Tableau, Google Looker Studio 🌐 Additional Fluent in English, Malay, Chinese, and Cantonese, allowing me to work across different markets and sources.

Hayate B.

Strategic and Proactive User Experience Researcher

Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia
$55 per hour
7 jobs
$3K+ total earnings

Hi, it's me Hayate! A creative problem solver at heart, specialized in UX research. I use a range of qualitative research methods that will add value to your product design process. Wether you want to start a new product or wether you want to test out the usability of your existing product, you are at the right place! I have 5+ years of experience working with multinational companies, non-profit organisations and small businesses in different roles. Through the years I have sharpened my research and analytical skills, design skills, communication skills and workshop facilitator skills. 🌿 I am proficient in the following research methods: - (In-depth) Interviews - Usability tests - Competitive research - Surveys - Focus groups - Diary research - (participatory) Observations 🌿 Other activities I perform depending on the stage of the UX/Design Thinking process: card sorting, affinity mapping, customer journey, personas and user flow. 🌿 My work of course also includes analysing all the gathered data and translating that into reports, sketches, wireframes and prototypes. For this I use Figma or Sketch. Amongst my clients, I am known to be positive-minded, efficient and genuine. 

 
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 💻 I use Figma for wireframes and prototypes ⚡️ Fast and stable internet connection (located in The Netherlands) 🎬 Extensive experience with MS Teams, Slack and Workplace by Meta and excellent at working asynchronous. 💬 I speak fluent English and Dutch Why choose me: ✅ Delivering Quality and Client satisfaction is my priority ✅ Respects deadlines ✅ Accurate & gives attention to detail ✅ Easy to communicate with and understand your needs ✅ I work on projects with complete discretion (see past agencies I have worked with) I look forward to our potential cooperation! 🤝 Cheers, Hayate

Syamimi A.

Market Research | Survey | Project Management

Kajang, Malaysia
$30 per hour
89 jobs
$40K+ total earnings

Greetings and thanks for visiting! As a versatile market researcher, I specialize in comprehensive market analyses, product reviews, and general research services with proficiency in English and Malay My expertise includes internet data collection, qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, and web/software product research. I excel in extracting meaningful insights from consumer needs and industry trends, enabling strategic decision-making. With a focus on "why" in qualitative research and numerical analysis in quantitative research, I offer a holistic approach to understanding the market. Let's collaborate!

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