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Tohi K.

Incheon, South Korea

$40/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Japanese and Korean are my primary language pair, and I focus specifically on business translation, the kind where getting the register wrong or missing a cultural layer costs you the deal. My background is in management consulting and enterprise tech (McKinsey, Datadog). That means I understand what I'm translating beyond the words: why a Korean executive memo is written the way it is, how pitch decks need to shift for a Japanese vs. Western audience, and what a contract clause actually means in context. I've spent years working inside Asian institutional environments at Keio University and Yonsei University, which sharpens the professional and cultural fluency that no language course gives you. [What I translate] - Business contracts and partnership agreements - Corporate pitch decks and investor materials - Executive communications and internal memos - Market entry reports and competitive research - Product documentation and SaaS UI/UX copy - HR documentation, onboarding materials, and policies - Email correspondence and client-facing communications - Business proposals and RFP responses [Language pairs] Korean ↔ English (primary, native-level proficiency) Japanese ↔ English (business-level, written documents and correspondence) Korean ↔ Japanese (available on request) [Why hire me over a general translator] Most translators give you technically accurate output. What they often miss is register, hierarchy, and intent, especially in Korean and Japanese business communication, where those things carry significant meaning. I've worked directly with both countries' executives, participated in international business programs, and operated in corporate environments. I translate the business logic, not just the sentences. [Typical deliverables] - Full document translation with original formatting preserved - Side-by-side bilingual versions for review or legal use - Light editing and post-processing of machine-translated content (MT review) - Localization consulting for teams entering the Korean or Japanese market [Working style] Fast response time. Clear communication throughout. I'll flag anything ambiguous before delivering, not after. If a term doesn't have a clean equivalent, I'll note it and give you options rather than guessing. If you're working on something with real stakes like a funding round, a market entry, a partnership negotiation, message me and we can scope it.

  • Korean
  • Korean to English Translation
  • English to Korean Translation
  • Business Translation
  • Document Translation
  • Corporate Communications
  • Localization
  • Japanese to English Translation
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Technical Translation
  • Market Research
  • Business Writing
  • Contract Translation
  • Content Localization
Joongnam Y.

Jeju-si, South Korea

$30/hr
5.0
54 jobs

I am a professional translator between English and Korean. I have worked in this area for the last 6 years, involved in various translation projects. I was born in South Korea and had lived in the U.S. for 20 years, and now I am living in South Korea, so I am pretty much bilingual. I've got Ph.D. in Visual Science at New York University. Thus, I am not only proficient in translation, but also well-read in various topics.

  • Translation
  • English to Korean Translation
  • Korean to English Translation
Yunchae W.

Incheon, South Korea

$10/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a native Korean speaker and freelance translator specializing in Korean–Japanese and Japanese–Korean translation, localization, proofreading, and Korean tutoring. I hold a JLPT N1 certification and have strong communication skills in Japanese, with practical experience communicating with Japanese speakers in customer-facing situations. I also have English skills, allowing me to handle English–Korean translation and proofreading when needed. I focus on delivering translations that are not only accurate, but also natural, culturally appropriate, and easy for the target audience to understand. • Korean–Japanese / Japanese–Korean translation • English–Korean translation and proofreading • Localization for websites, apps, social media, and casual content • Natural Korean writing and proofreading • Korean tutoring for Japanese or English speakers I value clear communication, careful proofreading, and on-time delivery. Whether you need a natural translation, polished Korean text, or help learning Korean, I would be happy to support your project.

  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Translation
  • English
  • Proofreading
  • Localization
  • Data Labeling
  • Audio Recording
MASAMI F.

Gapyeong, South Korea

$12/hr
5.0
10 jobs

Hello! I’m a trilingual Virtual Assistant, Translator, and Interpreter (Japanese–English–Korean) with 7+ years of international work experience supporting global businesses, international organizations, and multicultural teams. I specialize in international communication, multilingual support, and administrative assistance for global operations. My experience includes working in diverse international environments: • International Summit (6,000+ participants) – Translation team member supporting multilingual communication • Medical travel coordination in Korea – Supporting overseas patients with interpretation, translation, and visa documentation • Executive assistant in a Japanese manufacturing company – Administrative support, scheduling, and international travel coordination • Australian non-profit organization – English education material development and fundraising support These experiences allow me to provide reliable and culturally sensitive support for international teams. Services I can support your business with: ✔ Trilingual Virtual Assistant (JP / EN / KR) ✔ Translation & Interpretation ✔ Email & Calendar Management ✔ International Client Communication ✔ Online Research & Documentation ✔ Travel Coordination ✔ Administrative & Executive Support Customer Service Experience I also have 7+ years of customer service experience, providing professional communication and support for international clients. Medical Support Experience My background also includes medical administrative support for overseas patients, including: • Medical interpretation and translation • Visa documentation preparation • Patient coordination and support Why Work With Me ✔ Trilingual communication (Japanese / Korean / English) ✔ 7+ years international experience ✔ International summit translation experience ✔ Medical support and administrative expertise ✔ Reliable, detail-oriented, and culturally aware My goal is to help your team save time, communicate clearly, and operate smoothly in international environments. Call to Action If you're looking for a reliable trilingual professional who can support your global business, feel free to send me a message. I usually respond within 24 hours and welcome both short-term projects and long-term collaboration.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Translation
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • English to Korean Translation
  • Medical Translation
  • Language Interpretation
  • Customer Support
  • Customer Service
  • Email Communication
  • Calendar Management
  • Online Research
  • International Business
  • Teaching
  • Travel Planning
BAEJEONG K.

Geoje-si, South Korea

$30/hr
5.0
38 jobs

I Provide 4 Different Types of Services; Korean Speaking Virtual Assistant, Proofreading&Translation, Research, and Voice Over/Korean Female Vocal 1) Korean Virtual Assistant/ Korean Customer Service/ Korean Speaking * Translate business emails and communicate between companies * Research for assigned tasks * Organize and maintain online company files, invoices; and other digital documentation * Contact to clients in Korea * Find new clients in Korea, hunt down potential customers * Manage appointments and book meetings with new and existing clients. * Manage Social Media, blogs, website and any other social media, correspond to followers/fans * Publish articles, complete with images and meta elements * Perform publishing and editing tasks per blog post as required * Administer social media accounts * Organize contents, articles, and maintain documentation of published posts * Bilingual Customer Service; handling queries, emails, calls etc * 2+ Years of Experience 2) English to Korean Proofreader & Translator * 5+ years of experience * Translate/proofread for emails, posts, songs, lyrics, cryptocurrency, products and more * Feedback oriented 3) Researcher/ Reviewer * Market, Manufacturers, Business Partners Search * Online search on Korean websites * Key information search * Provide valuable advice as native Korean 4) Native Korean Female Voice Over/ Voice Talent/ Female Singer * Professional Studio Recording Quality * Voice Over + Translation/Proofreading + Synchronization are all at once * Fast Turnaround * Deliver within 24 Hours (If necessary) * Voice Type: 1) Corporate, Calming, Emotional, Energetic Tone Voice Over(Narration,Dubbing) 2) Young Adult, Young Girl & Sweet Tone Voice Over 3) Female Singer(Vocal) * I Voice Over for: Youtube Channel Video Narration Corporate Videos, Company Presentation/Promotion Video Apps Commercials Audiobook Podcast Phone System And IVR Dubbing / Impersonation Radio TV Video Game E-Learning * Kids Song Korean Female Singer/ Voice Over * English to Korean Proofreading & Translation ****************************************************************************************************

  • Korean
  • Female
  • Voice Acting
  • Music
  • Music Production
  • Voice Talent
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Singing
  • Customer Service
  • Korean to English Translation
  • Music Composition
  • Music Arrangement
  • English to Korean Translation
Ahreum H.

Yangju, South Korea

$25/hr
5.0
7 jobs

I specialize in bridging the linguistic gap between AI technology and human communication with over 13 years of experience as a Senior Korean Linguist. My expertise spans high-accuracy transcription, technical translation, and AI language evaluation. I have a proven track record in analyzing AI-generated outputs, conducting RLHF evaluations, and enhancing narrative fluency in Korean content. As a published children's book author, I uniquely bring creative insights to technical assessments, ensuring both logical precision and cultural relevance. Whether it's complex transcription or meticulous AI data QA, I deliver results that combine technical accuracy with native-level linguistic nuance. Let's discuss how my expertise can contribute to your project.

  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • General Transcription
  • Data Entry
  • Data Annotation
  • Quality Assurance
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Translation
  • Translation & Localization Software
  • Document Translation
  • Literary Translation
  • Technical Translation

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