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  • $45 hourly
    I have been helping international companies penetrate the Korean market better since 2020. - SEM: Get quality traffic, leads, and more from Naver Ads, Google Ads, and Kakao Ads - SEO: Get quality traffic and leads, and more from Naver, Google, and Daum My basic work philosophy: 1) Give more value than what I get. 2) Reply and deliver on time. 2) Never forget 1 & 2. Hope you and I can be long term partners for the Korean market. Message me freely!
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    Keyword Research
    Korean to English Translation
    English to Korean Translation
    Pay Per Click Advertising
    Conversion Rate Optimization
    Lead Generation
    Search Engine Marketing
    PPC Campaign Setup & Management
    Search Engine Optimization
    Korean
    B2B Marketing
  • $24 hourly
    • TRANSLATOR / PROOFREADER ° English - Dutch - Korean ° Certified: FDTI (Foundation Diploma in Translation & Interpretation - Issued 16.12.22 ° Over 7 years experience (e-commerce, legal, medical...) ° Translation rate: $0.06/word + Proofreading: $0.05/word ° Interpreting/ practical help in Korea: $40/h • SEO KEYWORDS RESEARCH + COMPETITOR ANALYST ° SEO analyst and copywriter at Atlantis Accelerate ° contact for more info • COPYWRITER: ° Blog writer ° Website content creator • EXTRA EXPERIENCES ° Been VA for E-commerce for about four years ° Experience with Shopify, Slack, Dropshipping... ° Product search & product page content creation LIVED ABROAD IN: Australia, South Korea, Philippines, Belgium Please take a look at the reviews for more information ⤵️
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    SEO Competitor Analysis
    SEO Writing
    SEO Content
    Ecommerce Support
    Content Writing
    Editing & Proofreading
    Copywriting
    Website Translation
    Dutch to English Translation
    English to Dutch Translation
    English to Flemish Translation
    Medical Translation
    Dutch
    Proofreading
  • $40 hourly
    🏆TOP RATED PLUS Freelancer ✅Master in Marketing and Bachelor in Journalism ✅English - Korean Translator since 2010 ✅Editor (LQA/LSO) ✅Digital Marketing (SEO/ASO) Annyeonghaseyo! Hope you are having a great day! I am a Native Korean Speaker with fluency in English with 10+ years of working experience as a professional freelance Translator, Editor, and Digital Marketer. As a Translator, I am able to translate and localize content from English to Korean (and vice versa) that is in line with the original text’s meaning and tone of voice for the receivers. I have managed a wide variety of projects including general (books, game story, video subtitles, and etc.) business (proposals, stock market news, cryptocurrency articles, elevator pitch, Google Ads, copywriting, product descriptions, and etc.), technical (websites, apps, software, user guide and etc.), legal (privacy policy, terms and conditions, certificates, and etc.)… Yes, I am able to deal with almost every content! (also using CAT tools such as Crowdin, Lingohub, Smartling, XTM Cloud, and Lokalise) You have translated content, but you don’t know it’s good to go? Please contact me. In a process of Linguistic Quality Assurance (LQA) & Linguistic Sign-off(LSO), I am able to verify the precision of a translation for cultural accuracy, linguistic phrasing, terminology, and so on. As a digital marketing expert – SEO & ASO. For SEO, I am able to conduct keywords research and develop keyword plans to optimize meta tags for titles, meta descriptions, and h1 tags to increase brand awareness, customer engagement, and acquisition by using SEO tools such as Semrush, Ahrefs, Google Trends, and Naver Keyword Tools. For ASO, I am able to perform keyword research, localize texts and ASO updates to Korean metadata with the goal of increasing keyword rankings and total installs by using ASO tools such as Apptweak, Appfollow, Appfigures, App Radar, and etc. My goal is that I always give a fantastic outcome beyond the client’s expectations. Thank you very much for your attention to my profile. I will look forward to working with you!
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    Proofreading
    Content Marketing
    English
    Translation
    Content Localization
    Korean
    Content Creation
    English to Korean Translation
    Content Writing
    Korean to English Translation
    Marketing Strategy
    Digital Marketing
    Search Engine Optimization
    SEO Writing
  • $50 hourly
    Are you looking for a professional Korean translator with 7+ years of proven experience as well as an experienced Marketer with Localization and SEO/PPC skills? If your answer is YES, I will be the perfect match for you! I’m a Korean native speaker with a solid academic background in International Business and Marketing and specialized in English-Korean translation, localization for digital content, and websites (Vice Versa) as well as Digital marketing with SEO/PPC skills and various Social Media management experience. Here are the three main reasons why I will be the perfect match for your upcoming projects: • Pioneer mindset with multicultural experience I have traveled to over 40+ countries and lived in 5 different countries, and this unique experience helped me to have an open mindset for diverse cultures and allowed me to stretch my language skills in both Korean and English, as well as Spanish, Finnish, and Hebrew. As a translator with bilingual fluency in Korean and English and diverse cultural experiences in various international settings, I can quickly grasp the context and nuance behind the source language (whether it's English or Korean) and appropriately localize it into the target language. • Strong Business Development and Marketing background With my degree in International Business and proven marketing experience in various companies all over the world, my skill set stretches to marketing translation, copywriting, and SEO tasks. I have rich experience in handling business documents and marketing materials, ranging from terms & conditions, and business proposals to ad copies and meta tags. • Professional editing skills: I’m an advanced writer and a proofreader. I have professional experience in editing various in-house publications including newsletters, magazines, white papers, and business reports. If you’ve been in that industry, you know that you’d naturally develop great attention to detail to be able to spot that tiny tiny error. Please feel free to reach out to me if you are interested in discussing the exciting opportunity to collaborate together! I am looking forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Jisoo
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    SEO Localization
    Proofreading
    Market Research
    Korean
    Content Localization
    English to Korean Translation
    WordPress
    Subtitle Edit
    Subtitle Localization
    Korean to English Translation
    SRT
    Voice-Over
    Content Writing
    Search Engine Optimization
  • $45 hourly
    🚀 Helping Global Brands Succeed in the Korean Market I am a digital marketing specialist with over 5 years of experience, dedicated to helping global brands successfully expand into the Korean market. My expertise lies in developing tailored marketing strategies that align with local market trends and consumer behavior. Throughout my career, I have worked with well-known brands such as Skyscanner, Bulgari, Dior, and Victoria's Secret, providing comprehensive marketing solutions that drive measurable results. 🔎 Key Areas of Expertise: - PPC Management: Maximizing ROI through targeted ad campaigns on Naver, Kakao, and Google. - SEO & Localization: Enhancing brand visibility with culturally adapted content and optimized search strategies. - Marketing Strategy: Developing data-driven strategies that align with business objectives. - Social Media Marketing: Engaging Korean audiences through platforms like KakaoTalk, Instagram, and Naver Blog. I am committed to delivering strategic and results-oriented solutions that help brands establish a strong presence in Korea. 📩Feel free to message me here. I'd be happy to explore how I can help with your project and achieve your marketing goals!
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    Campaign Reporting
    PPC Campaign Setup & Management
    Facebook
    Social Media Marketing
    Pay Per Click Advertising
    Google Ads
    Digital Marketing
  • $50 hourly
    Localization & Business Development specialist for Korea market -Hyper-localization, content marketing, copywriting, ASO, SEO, SEM -Tourism consulting(specialize in MICE industry, Venue(Hotel), Destination marketing).
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    Business Development
    Marketing Localization
    UX & UI
    Localization
    Business Analysis
    SEO Writing
    On-Page SEO
    Content SEO
    Blog
    Copywriting
    Search Engine Optimization
    Search Engine Marketing
  • $150 hourly
    Strategic thinker who is competent to result-driven digital marketing for business growth and who values customer loyalty with proven experience.
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    SEO Writing
    SEO Content
    Organic Traffic Growth
    Digital Marketing Strategy
    Social Media Engagement
    Social Media Advertising
  • $32 hourly
    Hello thanks for reading this, if you'd like a no-obligation review of your site let me know your URL, your pain points and ideally at least some indication of expected budget and I'll get back to you with an intelligent reply and site review. Most SEO projects on Upwork lack: - the site URL - specific problem points they want addressed - concrete budget expectations so if you can provide even any of these it puts your project in the top 10%. Give yourself the best chance to succeed and I look forward to helping you. ~~~~~ Experience includes: - Consulting for an investor portfolio of high-traffic affiliate sites with a combined audience of over 14 million unique visitors a month, I created and implemented custom large-scale keyword research processes coupled with systematic topic cluster creation to form a data-driven SEO content strategy that helped systematically maximize rankings for tens of thousands of money keywords. - Managing a portfolio of over 15+ projects in SEMRush for a Hubspot Diamond agency where I led on and offsite SEO. - Technical SEO for a leading legal SEO agency with a client roster of 40+ legal sites - Numerous technical audits, implementation, and custom forensic and content audits for multiple agencies and sites including Mitratech, Predictspring, and disavow work for hundreds of sites including Coursera, Patek Phillipe, Vacheron Constantin. - Familiarity with leading SEO training and processes including Webris Blueprint training, Gotch SEO training, Traffic Think Tank and more. - Called as an expert witness in a case against Google regarding manual actions. Am especially interested in enduring relationships with strong teams where I can contribute to meaningful, systematic growth. 10+ years experience as an SEO consultant for hundreds of individual clients and leading SEO agencies, have worked on brands including Patek Philippe, Vacherin Constantin, Coursera, IBM, Mitratech and many more. I have SOPs in place for dozens of SEO processes and have spent thousands on hours honing core competencies including: - Keyword research and analysis. - On-page and off-page optimization. - Technical SEO skills. - Local SEO strategies. - Content strategy and optimization. - SEO analytics and reporting. - Link building techniques. - Competitor analysis. - Knowledge of search engine algorithms. - SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Moz, Ahrefs, etc. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for technical SEO. - Client communication from small business owner to multinational decision maker.
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    SEO Audit
    SEO Writing
    On-Page SEO
    Technical SEO
    SEO Strategy
    SEO Backlinking
    Google Search
    Search Engine Optimization
    WordPress
  • $10 hourly
    Amazon and data entry expert while working nearly two years as a professional now on my way to make Upwork as my professional profile. During my working time I met bunch of clients from Facebook, brands of all types and mindset all around the world that helped me in getting myself to be a better service provider and to deal the clients with utmost respect and care and to understand them, their expectations and work according to them. I helped them in getting their lists optimized, products ranked and in PPC too. I have tons of experience in contacting people and to get through them as my previous working experiences also required to deal with people, bring out valuable product and to utilize them the best. Also to enter all sorts of data as per clientele request it helped in optimizing the businesses. As I also had an experience to work and learn with one of the top Amazon experts in my hometown I am glad to say that I improved a lot and now I can proudly say that i am an expert who can handle it all. I provide a large variety of services in E Commerce industry but, here are some important services that I provide as a virtual assistant for your e commerce business journey (Digital Business be it Amazon, Shopify, Ebay).  New Ideas for business  Account creation and setting it up from scratch  Analyzing the market  Brand registry  Hunting valuable and profitable product for you  Complete use of advanced tools (H10, JS, M2, VL)  Main keyword research  Reverse ASIN Research  Product Sourcing  Managing Inventory  Complete listing optimization (by writing own content)  EBC / A+ content to bring more sales  Expert PPC strategies to help get your brand/product to top  Using ManyChat flow for automated messages  Using Facebook Ads to help grow your brand/product  Organic keyword tracking  Keep record of finances and to work according to your budget  Social Media Marketing  Usage of Super URLS and VVRO Method  Bringing Organic Sales in two weeks  Complete Seller Central management  Shopify  Daily Reports  24 Hours Connectivity My ability to communicate and to be a mix of a fine liner and bottom liner help me a lot, specially analyzing the market and competitor helps to get clients brand/product to the top. As for me working as Business consultant and researcher, being in the country that is economic powerhouse with technological edge helped a lot in my growth of knowledge. About Me| I am a person with loads of experience and eye to help others in getting their business at the top of their game. My love for business exceeds everything I even had my Bachelors and Masters in area of business too. Also I love reading books so that helps me in my communication skills too. Because of that I can easily connect with your thoughts and help you in getting your dream goals through your business (Digital Business be it Amazon FBA PL, Amazon Wholesale, Shopify, Ebay).
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    Amazon Listing Optimization
    Amazon
    Amazon FBA
    Shopify
    ManyChat
    PPC Campaign Setup & Management
    Product Analytics
    Product Sourcing
    Amazon Seller Central
    Pay Per Click Advertising
    Facebook Ads Manager
    Facebook Advertising
  • $15 hourly
    Hello~ I’m native Vietnamese. I'm a dedicated translator specializing in Vietnamese to English translation/English to Vietnamese. korean to vietnamese/vietnamese to korean By understanding context and tailoring translations to match the appropriate tone and style, I consistently produce natural and polished results. -The scope of my translation services includes: Document translations (research papers, contracts, reports, etc.) Website and application translations Business correspondence translations Technical manuals and guides translations Creative literature translations Driven by a passion for languages and equipped with professionalism, I am dedicated to achieving the success of your projects. I am thrilled at the prospect of collaborating on endeavors that yield exceptional outcomes. Please feel free to contact me at any time; I am committed to delivering prompt and courteous responses. Thank you! Bachelor's Degree in Faculty of Social and Humanities from Chonam National University Over 2 years of translation experience Wide-ranging translation proficiency across diverse industries Native-level fluency in Vietnamese and English languages I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to employ my translation skills in delivering high-quality results for your projects. I am excited about the prospect of working together, so please don't hesitate to initiate contact. Thank you! #englishtokorean #englishtovietnamese #AIcontentwriting #contentwriter #vietnamesetranslation #SEOcontent #SEO #Subtitles #SRT #Subtitlin #nativevietnamese #vietnamese
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    Subtitling
    SRT
    SEO Content
    English to Korean Translation
    English to Vietnamese Translation
    Content Writing
    Subtitles
    Korean
    Vietnamese
    Translation
  • $50 hourly
    I am a marketing specialist with 5 years of professional experience in online advertising, SEO, website creation, social media ads, google analytics. I am also experienced in SEO content creation for 10 years on Naver in Korean.
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    Advertising
    SEO Performance
    Korean
    Google AdSense
    Advertisement
    SEO Content
    SEO Localization
    Ahrefs
    Analytics
    SEO Backlinking
    Paid Media
    Google Ads
    Social Media Advertising
  • $37 hourly
    Are you looking for reliable, experienced, and creative talent to work with you to enter the Korean market, where the market environment is completely different? You've come to the right place! - Flawless and result-oriented market research service - Available at any time! - Market research: market access issue, policy & regulation, regulatory compliance, technical standard, certification of compliance - Product outsourcing: cosmetic product, hair product, food, and others - Digital marketing: SEO, content marketing, keyword research, backlinks building, PPC campaign, Naver, Kakao Ad and others - Translation: localization DIGITAL MARKETING Marketing Agency (PureC*****), Content Marketing, Financial and Trading Market, 2023-2024 Marketing Agency (Dyn****, Loreal Marketing Agency), Market Research for Cosmetic sector, Content marketing, 2023-2024 Dairy Product Farm (JR Preece Farm), Market Analysis for Dairy Products and marketing strategy, 2023 Software review (SafetyDetectives), SEO, Naver blog Content marketing, 2023-2024 Medical company (Mentor), Keyword research, Content marketing, 2022 Language learning platform (Nao***), Keyword research, Content marketing, Naver & Kakao PPC marketing campaign 2021 Cosmetic company (Lab****), Skin-care salon and skin-care product’s launching campaign, Naver & SNS marketing, SEO, 2021 Human Resources Consulting Company (GLG), WordPress SEO digital marketing, 2021 International Bromine Council Website, Website Localization and Marketing, 2019 IT Anti-Virus Program Forum, SEO, Backlink Site Building, Content writings, 2019 Beauty salon launching (Eco your ****) in Korea and China, Market research & Business strategy set-up, 2018 Market Research and marketing, 2015-2018 - Jo Malone, Neals yard, Penhaligon’s and Lush - Barbour, John Smedley Launching promotion campaign for attracting tourists and students British Airways, British Council & VisitBritain, 2016-2017 MARKET RESEARCH & PRODUCT OUTSOURCING Market research for Korean cosmetic market (Dyn****), 2023 Market research for Korean property market, 2023 Market research for Korean dairy farm, 2023 Korean Market in the automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, F&B, IT related to Certification of Management System (D**), 2022 Cosmetic Product Outsourcing, 2021-2023 Biomedical market (Pres*****), 2022 Wine market (The priso***), 2021 Renewable Energy Market (Ecop*****), 2021 Korea’s Alcohol & Spirits Market, 2021 Remodeling and furniture market (Ancient****), 2021 Dairy Product Market Research (Zenith*****), 2021 Ethanol Market Research (Ned****), 2020
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    Government & Public Sector
    Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
    Government Reporting Compliance
    Content Marketing
    SEO Localization
    SEO Content
    Competitor Research
    Korean
    Quantitative Analysis
    Digital Marketing
    Company Research
    Marketing
    Qualitative Research
    Market Research
  • $15 hourly
    Google Ads Certified digital marketing specialist with a proven SEM, SEO, and PPC track record. Expert in driving paid and organic search success, I excel in lead generation, analytics, and optimizing digital campaigns for maximum ROI—an out-of-the-box problem solver, delivering results under tight deadlines with a keen eye for detail. My approach combines innovative strategies with data-driven insights, ensuring every aspect of digital marketing, from paid social advertising to email marketing and landing page optimization, is fine-tuned for success. Effective communicator in both verbal and written forms, I translate complex marketing concepts into actionable strategies. Passionate about staying ahead in the fast-evolving digital landscape, I continuously adapt and apply the latest industry trends to deliver exceptional results.
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    SEM Keyword Research
    YouTube Ads
    Google Tag Manager
    Google Analytics 4
    Search Engine Marketing
    Google Ads Account Setup
    Pay Per Click Advertising
    PPC Campaign Setup & Management
    Google Ads Account Management
    Google Ads Audit
    Google Ads
  • $25 hourly
    Digital marketing and Data analyst with 10+ years experience focusing on account management, optimization and full funnel strategy. Specialized on Japan and Korea market and also consulted US/South East Asia market. Data Analysis with SQL/Python/Tableau Data Annotation/Assurance for KR and JP language Global social media advertising/Ad manager/SEM - Campaign management, reporting and ads optimization - Facebook ads / Google ads / Yahoo ads SEO and Content marketing - Market research based on keywords research - Contents writing, localization and translation Digital marketing strategist - Building Full funnel strategy - Consult organic/paid channel strategy Data Analysis - Campaign performance analysis to identify opportunities and improve performance (CPA/ROAS/ROI) - Data visualization with Tableau - SQL/Python Data Annotation/Assurance/Translation - Translation between KR and JP language - Text annotation and check assurance to help improve AI technologies (KR/JP languages)
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    English to Korean Translation
    Japanese to Korean Translation
    Market Research
    SEM Keyword Research
    Keyword Research
    SQL
    Data Analysis
    Paid Media
    Search Engine Optimization
    SEO Strategy
    Google Ads
    Facebook
    Digital Marketing
    Digital Marketing Strategy
  • $30 hourly
    Hi, this is Ryan Kim! I am a native Korean and living in Seoul, Korea. My major is Mechanical Engineering and Entrepreneurship. o Korean Digital Marketing and SEO - Work with global marketing agencies, Italian luxury brands, German technical companies - Launch a medical brand having one of the biggest market share and revenue in Korea - Organic traffic with SEO algorithm of Naver and Google - Keyword research, analysis with advanced program for PPC - Clients : iPROSPECT, FENDI, VALENTINO, LASER, etc... + Business Development, localization and contract manufacturing - Work with Mechanical and Bio engineering companies : Automation, Medical device, etc - Import and export processing with US, EU, Taiwan, China, etc - Provide Due diligence services - Hold global conferences at a five-star hotel in Seoul - Publish translated books at Amazon and Korea + Customer Service - Brand Marketing and Customer Service representative for Startup clients - Go on business trip for technical installation and after service
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    Business Development
    Qualitative Research
    Sourcing
    Korean
    On-Page SEO
    Marketing Strategy
    Price & Quote Negotiation
    Consumer Goods
    Technical Translation
    Conversion Rate Optimization
    Search Engine Marketing
    Mechanical Engineering
  • $15 hourly
    Full-time English to Korean translator, native Korean speaker, skilled in Trados and other CAT tools, specializing in beauty/cosmetics, fashion, and tourism. ✅ Specialized in Beauty/cosmetics Skincare, makeup, hair tools, devices, etc. Fashion Clothing, accessories, jewelry, etc. Food/beverages Wine, whiskey, beer, liquors, coffee, vegan foods, ready meals, etc. Tourism Hotels, hospitality, tourism information, travel programs, etc. ✅ Computer skills Windows 11, MS Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, ChatGPT, CaptionHub, Notion ✅ CAT tools Trados 2024 Freelancer, Multiterm 2022, Wordfast Pro 7, MemoQ 10, Phrase (formerly Memsource), Smartcat ✅ 100% GUARANTEED CUSTOMER SATISFACTION ✅ QUICK DELIVERY TIME & DEADLINE COMMITMENT
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    Market Research
    List Building
    Phrase Localization Suite
    SDL Trados
    Literary Translation
    Academic Translation
    Document Translation
    Website Translation
    SEO Writing
    Tutoring
    Translation
    Software Localization
  • $10 hourly
    I am goutam lives in korea. I am Digital SEO -Data entry-Ad post and SMM expert.I can able to get your web site rank on all search engine.I will get your web site more traffic and rank any keyword.I can also give you best selling and web data research. I can do any city classified ad post must be live. If you give me a chance i will give you great result for your online business.
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    iOS Development
    Classifieds Posting
    Google Search
    Data Entry
    Mobile App Testing
    Advertising
    Search Engine Optimization
    SEO Backlinking
  • $30 hourly
    Adaptive Leader in Advertising & Digital Transformation Strategic and forward-thinking executive with over 20 years of experience in the advertising and digital marketing industry. Proven ability to navigate and adapt to the ever-evolving industry landscape by proactively embracing innovation, data-driven strategies, and emerging technologies. Adept at transforming businesses through digital acceleration, integrating global strategies with localized market needs, and driving operational excellence. A thought leader who thrives in complex, multinational environments, fostering agility, resilience, and long-term growth across diverse industries. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY / ACHIEVEMENT : * 20+ years of experience in Advertising industry (starting as digital planner, marketer & data savvy expert, Media Planner, Client Management & Development, Business, HR, Finance Management and overseeing Country as of now) with solid 13 years of senior management role.
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    SEO Performance
    Korean
    Local SEO
    SEO Strategy
    SEO Localization
    SEO Content
    SEO Audit
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