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Nadia K.

Roodepoort, South Africa

$5/hr
5.0
8 jobs

As a passionate writer with a keen eye for detail, I specialize in crafting engaging blogs, company profiles, and scripts. My journey began with Writers Pen, where I discovered my love for storytelling and the endless possibilities it offers. My experience extends to scriptwriting for YouTube channels, where I honed my skills in delivering compelling narratives. In addition to writing, I bring expertise in transcription and language localization, ensuring content is accessible and resonates with diverse audiences. I am committed to producing high-quality content through diligent research and creativity. I am driven by a strong desire to find consistent, long-term employment where I can fully dedicate myself to a team that values creativity and precision. My utmost dedication ensures that I stay committed to delivering exceptional results and continuously growing in my field. I am also interested in exploring content moderation roles, such as moderating YouTube live channels or Discord communities. Let's collaborate to bring your vision to life with words that captivate, inform, and connect across languages.

  • English
  • Blog Content
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Typing
  • Niche Research
  • SEO Content
  • Scriptwriting
  • Blog Development
  • Data Entry
  • Administrate
  • Transcript
  • Cultural Adaptation
  • Linguistics
Catherine D.

Cape Town, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
30 jobs

Hi I’m Catherine and I’m a transcriptionist. Need accurate and quality transcription work and subtitles? Looking for a multilingual person with experience in data entry, translation, email handling and proofreading? Need someone you can count on to deliver quality work? I am here to help! I’m new to freelancing and Upwork but I have gained much experience, knowledge and skills over the past few years. I have excellent communication and organisational skills and I am 100% computer literate. I am a native English professional and I am also fluent in German, Afrikaans and isiZulu. My main area of focus is helping you with the things you don’t have the time to do so that you can focus on building and growing your business. I am a keen learner and have a dynamic and determined work ethic and approach. I am an individual who always seeks to achieve high standards in whatever activity I partake in and always aim to deliver a job punctually before a deadline. I promise: QUALITY + PUNCTUALITY + PROFESSIONALISM Why Me? - Wide portfolio of services - 5+ years of experience - Quality satisfaction guaranteed - Confidence across many platforms Send me a note with more details about your company and your project and we can schedule a time to talk further. I am looking forward to working with you.

  • English
  • Proofreading
  • Microsoft Word
  • German
  • Data Entry
  • Translation
  • German to English Translation
  • College & University
  • English Tutoring
David M.

Cape Town, South Africa

$94/hr
5.0
251 jobs

Journalist; Transcriber, Subtitles and Travel Planning. US ENGLISH SPELLING: 1st place out of over a million test takers! 85 Words Per Minute, 100% Accuracy. The rate I charge is per AUDIO/VIDEO hour, not actual hours taken. My Travel Addiction: I have travelled overland by: Public Transport Motorcycle 4x4 Vehicle Through 101 Countries over the last 20 years of my travelling adult life. I have met many interesting people during these adventures and have acquired insight into how the world works. For over 8 years I have specialized in transcribing, which I do while travelling, and have acquired knowledge in many different areas, as I prefer to do academic research interviews. All of my clients are extremely satisfied with the quality of my work. I'm currently back in South Africa and giving my travel addiction a break.

  • Proofreading
  • General Transcription
  • Network Security
  • Network Administration
  • Journalism Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Hardware Troubleshooting
  • Computer Network
  • Subtitles
  • Caption
Tobias W.

Polokwane, South Africa

$7/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I am a detail-oriented individual with a wide range of computer skills, from basic to advanced, and I intend to bring that experience to you. I provide services in transcription, CSV file splitting/merging, and PDF manipulation, and I’m looking to expand into data labeling and annotation. I continually seek improvement and acquire new skills with the goal of delivering the best possible results.

  • Audio Transcription
  • Video Transcription
  • Proofreading
  • General Transcription
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • PDF
  • PDF Conversion
  • CSV
  • Localization
  • Afrikaans
  • Translation
  • Data Annotation
Lisa H.

Cape Town, South Africa

$4/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hi, I'm Lisa, a skilled transcriptionist, translator, editor, and proofreader with extensive experience in the legal and medical fields. I provide accurate, confidential, and high-quality services tailored to law firms, healthcare professionals, and businesses. Beyond transcription and translation, I also offer expert editing and proofreading to ensure clarity and precision. With experience in minute-taking and a range of administrative tasks, I am adaptable and detail-oriented, ready to assist with your specific needs. Let’s connect to discuss how I can support your projects!

  • Afrikaans
  • Transcript
  • Translation
  • Software Localization
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Administrative Support
Thinawanga Dollence T.

Louis Trichardt, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
6 jobs

With 12 years of experience in book writing, transcription, translation, proofreading, and app testing, I provide accurate and detail-focused support for both written content and digital products. I am also a registered Social Worker in active practice, which strengthens my ability to handle structured documentation and sensitive information professionally. I specialize in transcribing audio, translating content, and proofreading manuscripts while maintaining clarity and the author’s voice. My social work background adds value in understanding clinical and structured documentation needs. I also conduct app testing, focusing on usability, functionality, and user experience, and provide clear, practical feedback for improvement. I am reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality work across both writing and digital testing tasks.

  • Proofreading
  • General Transcription
  • Translation
  • Creative Writing
  • Amazon Transcribe
  • Communication Skills
  • South African English Accent
  • South African English Dialect
  • Closed Captioning
  • Caption
  • Subtitle Localization
  • Mobile App Testing

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