I was born in Finland and I am fluent both in Finnish and Swedish as I have completed my studies in both languages and also worked with both languages. I have two Masters Degrees, mainly from the field of Administrative Sciences and Security Management. I have been working in an international environment for several years and have therefore professional fluency in English.
I have good experience both in translations and transcriptions.
Feel free to contact me.
Translation
Audiovisual Translation
Translation & Localization Software
English
Proofreading
Finnish
Subtitles
Finnish to English Translation
English to Finnish Translation
English to Swedish Translation
Article Writing
SEO Localization
SEO Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Data Annotation
Timofey S.
Espoo, Finland
$20/hr
5.0
5 jobs
Political Science Student at University of Turku | International Relations & Security Policy | Former Board Member — Poliittisen tutkimuksen klubi ry | Freelance translation | Daycare worker
HI! I am Timofey Smelyakov a Contemporary History and Political Science student at the University of Turku with a strong interest in international relations, European history, security policy, diplomacy, and education policy.
Alongside my studies, I work in early childhood education and as a freelance translator working with Finnish, Russian, and English. My experience has strengthened my communication skills, adaptability, and ability to work in multilingual and multicultural environments.
I have also been actively involved in student organizations, including serving on the board of Poliittisen tutkimuksen klubi ry, where I gained experience in teamwork, organization, and academic community engagement.
I am particularly interested in European affairs and international cooperation, and I am eager to continue developing professionally in fields related to policy, diplomacy, international relations, and multilingual communication.
Translation
Live Interpretation
Writing
Written Language
Scripting Language
Scriptwriting
Sports Writing
Sports
Journalism Writing
Journalism
Language Interpretation
Corinna L.
Helsinki, Finland
$15/hr
5.0
10 jobs
Your German content should do more than just make sense – it should feel right for German speakers. As a native German translator, editor, and localization specialist, I help international brands, NGOs, and startups communicate clearly, credibly, and naturally across the DACH market.
Whether you need English to German translation that actually sounds German, or Spanish to German localization that adapts tone, culture, and phrasing – I make sure your message lands the way you intended it.
What I offer:
- German translation (English & Spanish to German) – websites, apps, marketing materials, and digital platforms adapted to sound genuinely German, not just word-for-word converted.
- German proofreading & editing – polished, publication-ready copy free of stiff phrasing, grammatical inconsistencies, and unnatural structure.
- Website & content localization – culturally adapted content that respects the expectations and reading habits of German-speaking audiences.
- German copywriting & SEO content – blog posts, newsletters, and web copy written in clear, search-optimized German tailored to your audience.
- AI content editing & humanization – rough AI-generated drafts rewritten into smooth, authentic copy that reads like a real person wrote it.
My background as a Communication Psychologist gives me an edge beyond grammar and style. I understand how different audiences process information – and I apply that to protect your brand voice, eliminate unnatural phrasing, and deliver content German readers actually want to keep reading.
If you're looking for a native German specialist who combines linguistic precision with cultural instinct and research-backed communication skills – let's connect.
Content Writing
Proofreading
Writing
Copywriting
Academic Editing
Journalism Writing
UX Writing
Article Writing
Essay Writing
Localization
SEO Writing
SEO Localization
Essi P.
Kotka, Finland
$35/hr
5.0
80 jobs
Looking to grow your visibility in Google and expand into the Finnish market with content that actually converts?
I’m a native Finnish SEO specialist and content writer with 10+ years of hands-on experience helping international brands communicate clearly in Finnish (and English/Spanish) while staying aligned with search intent, on-page best practices, and real business goals.
Over the years, I’ve written hundreds of SEO-focused articles across competitive niches – especially iGaming, finance/crypto, and eCommerce – where quality, accuracy, and structure make the difference between “nice piece” and rankings that bring in qualified traffic.
I don’t just write; I conduct thorough research, match tone and brand voice, and craft content that’s easy to read, trustworthy, and discoverable.
How can I help you?
✅ SEO content writing (blogs, guides, comparison pages, evergreen content)
✅ Copywriting for iGaming and conversion-driven pages
✅ eCommerce product descriptions that sell without sounding generic
✅ Landing pages built around intent, clarity, and action
✅ Localization and translations: ENG–FIN–ENG and ESP–FIN / FIN–ESP
✅ Content planning support (topics, structure, internal linking ideas)
Some of the yools I am familiar with:
✅ Wordpress
✅ Ahrefs
✅ Google Analytics 4
✅ Google Search Console
✅ SemRush
✅ Screaming Frog
✅ Wincher
✅Omni
✅Jira
✅Trello
What clients like working with me?
✅I deliver on time and take on projects I can execute properly
✅I work independently—no hand-holding needed
✅Clear communication and quick replies
✅If something’s off, I fix it. Simple as that.
If you're looking for natural, localised Finnish content that reads like it was written for Finns, send me a message and tell me about your project.
Content Writing
Proofreading
SEO Writing
Finnish
English to Finnish Translation
WordPress
Gambling
Website Content
Blog Writing
Blog
SEO Content
Blog Content
Elementor
Copywriting
Fiction Writing
Vivi H.
Vantaa, Finland
$13/hr
5.0
71 jobs
I’m passionate about languages and eager to deepen my experience in translation and linguistic work. I’ve previously volunteered as a translator, working on documents from Finnish to Swedish, and have completed several language-related projects on Upwork. These have included proofreading translations and transcriptions in both Finnish and Swedish.
In addition to language work, I’m a certified personal trainer and teach a variety of fitness classes, including barre and aerial yoga.
Translation
English
Swedish
Finnish
International Law
Health & Fitness
UGC
Janne Antero H.
Helsinki, Finland
$13/hr
5.0
109 jobs
I'm a native Finnish speaker and a multilingual professional with strong experience in translation, AI data annotation, copywriting, and full-stack development. I provide both linguistic and technical solutions—from high-quality translations to Android applications, web development, and backend automation.
💻 Software Development
I build practical, efficient digital tools and platforms.
Android app development (Kotlin/Java)
- Developer of SMS2VPS, an Android application designed for SMS forwarding, message synchronization, background services, and VPS integration.
- Experience with UI design, local database handling, API integration, push notifications, and optimizing app performance.
Web development
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, modern frameworks, responsive layouts
- Building landing pages, dashboards, custom web tools, and lightweight business websites
Backend automation / workflows (n8n)
- Experience creating automated backend processes using n8n
- Authentication flows, scheduled tasks, API-based automations, database triggers, and integration with external services
- Used n8n in production environments for backend logic and routine automation tasks
🔤 Translation & Localization
I translate and localize texts in the following language pairs:
Finnish ⇆ English
Finnish ⇆ Chinese
English ⇆ Chinese
I specialize in technical, engineering, financial, and medical documents, as well as software and website localization. As a native Finnish speaker, I understand how to adapt messaging for Finnish audiences and ensure natural, persuasive language.
📝 Proofreading & SEO Writing
I provide proofreading, linguistic quality review, and SEO-optimized copywriting. My writing approach focuses on clarity, readability, and conversion-driven content.
🧠 AI Data Annotation & Quality Review
I have worked with AI text-to-speech systems such as ElevenLabs and RaskAI.
My roles have included:
- Grammar, syntax, and punctuation verification
- Audio quality evaluation
- Linguistic consistency checks
- Correcting and validating AI-generated voice output
🛠 Tools & Technologies
- CAT tools: Trados, Trados Online, OmegaT, MemoQ, Poedit Pro, Crowdin
- Experienced with XLIFF, TMX, PO files
- Comfortable with API testing tools, CLI tools, Git, and automation pipelines
If you invite me to an interview, I can provide work samples, screenshots of Android apps, backend workflows, and previous translation references.
Please note that I do not accept jobs related to gambling or religion!
Chinese to English Translation
English to Chinese Translation
Website Translation
Website Content
English to Finnish Translation
Audio Transcription
Finnish to English Translation
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