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Somali ↔ English Translator | Somali Voice‑Over Artist | Linguist | 10+ Years | 3M+ Words I am a native Somali linguist and full‑time freelance translator with over a decade of experience and a documented track record exceeding 3 million words delivered to exacting standards. I help organizations communicate clearly, credibly, and culturally—across medical and public health, legal and immigration, technical and product localization, education and e‑learning, marketing, and the humanitarian/development sectors. What I deliver Human translation (ENGLISH → SOMALI, SOMALI → ENGLISH): Faithful, idiomatic translations that preserve meaning, tone, and intent while remaining accessible to broad Somali audiences. Editing and proofreading: Two‑pass review with terminology harmonization, consistency checks, and style refinement for publish‑ready quality. Transcription and subtitle prep: Accurate Somali transcription, time‑coding, and subtitle drafting for media and training content. Somali voice‑over (male voice): Clear, neutral diction suitable for e‑learning, IVR/call centers, explainers, and public information campaigns. Research and cultural review: On‑the‑ground terminology research, sensitivity checks, and audience‑appropriate phrasing. Domain expertise Medical and public health: Patient communications, appointment flows and IVR scripts, consent forms, health education, PHI‑sensitive materials. Legal and immigration: Forms, affidavits, policies, notices, and plain‑language public information. Technical and product: UI strings, Help/KB articles, SOPs, training modules, and safety documentation. Education and nonprofit: Curriculum, assessments, outreach, safeguarding/GBV, MHPSS, and program communications. Marketing and corporate: Websites, brochures, internal comms, and brand‑aligned messaging. Quality and process Rigor: Human translation with structured QA (terminology control, consistency, numeric/date verification, and layout integrity). Style governance: Creation/maintenance of Somali termbases and style guides; adherence to client glossaries and brand voice. Readability and register: Standard Written Somali with clear, inclusive phrasing; regional variants noted where it adds value. Security and compliance: NDA‑friendly workflows; careful handling of sensitive and health‑related data. Tools SDL Trados, memoQ, Phrase/Memsource, XTM, Wordbee, Smartcat, Fluency, and QA/verification plug‑ins. Comfortable with tagged files (XML/JSON), CAT‑based concordance, and bilingual exports. Capacity and SLAs Throughput: Up to 4,000 words/day with surge capacity for priority projects. Turnaround: Reliable, on‑schedule delivery and proactive communication. Collaboration: Responsive, detail‑oriented, and open to style calibrations and short pilots. Why clients choose me 10+ years of specialization in Somali language services with 3M+ words translated and reviewed. User‑centric phrasing for voice, UI, and public‑facing content—clear, concise, and culturally resonant. Consistency at scale: I maintain the same voice and terminology across long‑running projects. Voice‑over details Male, warm/neutral tone; broadcast‑quality recording chain available upon request. Script polishing for clarity and spoken cadence; pronunciation guides where needed. Let’s collaborate If you need reliable, precise, and culturally attuned Somali language support, I’m ready to help. Share your files, word count, deadline, and any style/terminology notes, and I’ll provide a clear quote and timeline. Skills Somali Translation, English to Somali, Somali to English, Medical Translation, Legal Translation, Technical Translation, Transcription, Subtitling, Somali Voice Over, Localization, Editing & Proofreading, CAT Tools (Trados, memoQ, Phrase, XTM, Smartcat), Terminology Management, IVR/Call Center Scripts, UX Writing Daily availability with swift response times. Contact Invite me to your job with a brief overview of scope and timeline, and I’ll respond promptly with next steps.

Professional translator specializing in Somali ↔ English and Arabic ↔ English. I am proficient in SDL Trados Studio, ensuring high-quality and consistent results for complex projects. I provide expert transcription services (English & Arabic audio) and English transcript creation. Additionally, I have deep expertise in LLM prompting to maximize AI output quality. With a background in IT, I bring technical precision and strong attention to detail to every project.

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🌟 Somali-English Translator | Somali Proofreader | Voice-Over | Localization Expert 🌟 I specialize in medical and NGO content localization for Somali audiences helping international health organizations, humanitarian agencies, and education platforms reach communities with culturally accurate, terminology-precise translations. Who I work with: Healthcare organizations, NGOs, UN agencies, ed-tech companies expanding to East Africa. What I deliver: Medical translation, patient materials, compliance localization, health campaign adaptation, and voice-over for training videos—all with 5+ years healthcare translation experience and native Somali fluency. Result: 2.7M+ words translated. Zero terminology errors on medical projects. Repeat clients across healthcare, NGO, and education sectors. ✅ Core Services Primary: Medical & Healthcare Translation (EN ↔ SO) NGO/Humanitarian Content Localization Patient Materials & Compliance Documents Extended: Professional Voice-Over (training, campaigns, e-learning) Localization Testing (software, apps, websites) Transcription & Subtitling 🌍 Domain Expertise Medical & Healthcare (clinical terminology, patient education, health campaigns) NGO & Humanitarian (development materials, advocacy, program documentation) Legal/Immigration (contracts, certificates, compliance) Education & E-Learning (curricula, assessment, localization QA) 💡 Why Clients Choose Me Native Somali speaker, fluent in English. 5+ years of Somali translation & localization (2.7M+ words delivered). CAT Tools: SDL Trados, MemoQ, Smartcat | QA: Localization testing, medical terminology verification | Delivery: Google Docs, Word, XML, video subtitles ⭐ Trusted by businesses, NGOs, and academic institutions to deliver high-quality Somali translations, proofreading, and voice-over. Let’s work together to make your project clear, accurate, and impactful for Somali audiences.

Looking for a highly skilled English-to-Somali translator who can deliver accurate, effective translations? Look no further! With over 10 years of experience and specialized expertise in transcription, I am a bilingual English-to-Somali translator dedicated to helping you communicate clearly across languages and cultures. As a language professional with a strong command of both English and Somali, I take pride in delivering translations that capture the meaning, tone, and cultural nuances of the original text. Whether it’s a document, audio, or video, I ensure that every translation is precise and culturally relevant. In addition to my translation services, I specialize in transcription, converting spoken words into written form with the utmost attention to detail. From business meetings and lectures to podcasts, I provide accurate, high-quality transcripts that meet your needs. I also offer proofreading, website localization, e-learning localization, subtitling, and more. With experience across diverse fields legal, medical, business, and technical, I bring specialized knowledge to every project. My bilingual skills, expertise, and commitment to excellence make me the ideal choice for anyone seeking top-tier translation and transcription services. Reach out today to learn how I can help you achieve your communication goals! #Upwork Best Somali and English Translator #Somalitranslator #translator

Struggling to find a professional who can handle translation, localization, AI data projects, and multimedia content? I combine 6+ years of Somali-English expertise with modern AI-era and multimedia skills to deliver accurate, culturally-relevant, and ready-to-use content for your audience. What I Offer: • Translation & Localization: Business, legal, medical, technical, educational, and creative content. Ensure cultural accuracy and natural readability. • AI & Data Linguist Services: Dataset annotation, LLM training data, MTPE, transcription, and AI-ready content validation for NLP and machine learning projects. • Multimedia & E-Learning: Scriptwriting, video creation, e-learning courses, on-camera lessons, voiceover, and subtitling for apps, tutorials, or promotional videos. • Voice-over & Subtitling: Authentic Somali & English recordings, professionally timed subtitles, and captions for online platforms. • Transcreation & Editing: Adapt content to preserve tone, intent, and cultural nuance. LQA and quality assurance included. Why Clients Choose Me: • Proven Expertise: Over 6 years delivering high-quality translation, AI, and multimedia services. • Human-Centered Approach: Culturally aware content that resonates naturally with Somali and English audiences. • All-in-One Solution: From translation and AI dataset preparation to e-learning content and voiceovers, I deliver fully ready projects. • Reliable & Professional: Fast turnaround, clear communication, and post-project support. Let’s work together to bring your Somali-English projects to life, whether it’s translation, AI data, or engaging multimedia content.