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Professional Somali–English Translator, Interpreter, Transcriptionist, and Localization Specialist with extensive experience supporting NGOs, research organizations, businesses, and digital platforms. Clients consistently value my professionalism, responsiveness, clear communication, and ability to deliver high-quality work on time. I have successfully supported projects involving translation, transcription, interpretation, localization, voice recording, content development, and multilingual communication across humanitarian, research, education, and business sectors. My goal is to help organizations and individuals communicate accurately and effectively across languages and cultures while maintaining the highest standards of quality and confidentiality. Services I provide: • Somali ↔ English Translation • Interpretation (Remote & On-site) • Audio & Video Transcription • Subtitling & Captioning • Proofreading & Editing • Localization • Voice Recording & Voice-Over • Content Writing & Data Annotation If you're looking for a reliable language professional who delivers accurate work, communicates clearly, and meets deadlines consistently, I would be pleased to support your project.

Having established a strong educational foundation, I successfully completed the four-year Kenya High School program with a solid grade of B in the National Exam. I’m trilingual in English, Somali, and Swahili, which allows me to deliver accurate and culturally sensitive translations. I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Public Health at Kenyatta University, where I’m building advanced knowledge in health communication, research, and community engagement. Alongside my studies, I work part-time as a freelance translator and interpreter, providing reliable language support for clients and remote customer service projects. I have developed strong translation and communication skills, and I take pride in producing clear, natural, and context-appropriate work. I’m passionate about helping clients bridge language gaps and am eager to take on new opportunities in translation, virtual office assistance and related fields.

Hello, I'm Virginia — a professional English-Swahili translator, editor, subtitler, and Virtual Assistant, passionate about clear communication and high-quality content. I hold a degree in Environmental Science and have spent the past nine years delivering accurate translation, skilled editing, transcription, subtitling, and content support services. Working between English (UK/US) and Swahili, I help businesses, researchers, and organizations bridge language gaps with natural, culturally accurate translations and polished documents. My translation work spans medical, pharmaceutical, financial, legal, marketing, and environmental sectors, ensuring technical accuracy and culturally appropriate messaging. I've worked with several companies, including, IQVIA, CLINIGMA, RefugePoint and many others. My writing and editing experience focuses on climate ventures and sustainability topics, producing articles and reports that are clear, engaging, and professionally polished. I also offer professional subtitling services for documentaries, podcasts, and interviews, creating accurate, well-timed captions that make your content accessible to wider audiences. To give you an idea of what I do, here are some of my recent projects: Areas covered in transcription: General business meetings Academic interviews Legal proceedings Medical research Zoom meetings and conferences Focus group interviews Typing handwritten legal documents and journals (EN) Translation - SWA to ENG transcription of market research studies in the medical field - ES-ITA translation of market research interviews - translation and proofreading of the web catalogue (EN-SWA) - translation of medical websites (EN-SWA) - translation and proofreading of social media texts and website (EN-SWA) - translation of a company's Articles of Association (IT-EN) - translation of a company's end of year accounts (SWA-EN) - translation of a series of trust documents (EN-SWA) Editing, Rewriting, and Proofreading (specializing in climate and sustainability content) Subtitling (for documentaries, podcasts, interviews) Virtual Assistance — document management, content editing, research, and administrative support Each project receives my full attention, linguistic expertise, and commitment to delivering flawless, audience-ready results. Whether you need natural-sounding translations, sharp, impactful articles, professional subtitles, or reliable VA support, I'm here to help. Let’s work together to bring clarity and quality to your projects. Samples of my work are available on request. Looking forward to working with you!

I am a dedicated Virtual Assistant, Data Entry Specialist, and Professional Somali-English-Swahili Translator committed to helping businesses and individuals achieve their goals through accurate, reliable, and efficient support. With excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to meeting deadlines, I ensure every project is completed to the highest standard. Whether you need administrative assistance, accurate data entry, or high-quality translation services, I am ready to deliver results you can trust. My Services: * Virtual Assistance * Data Entry (Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Microsoft Word) * Web Research & Internet Research * Email & Calendar Management * PDF Conversion & File Organization * English ↔ Somali Translation * English ↔ Swahili Translation * Somali ↔ Swahili Translation * Transcription & Subtitling * Customer Support Why Choose Me? ✔ 100% Accuracy and Attention to Detail ✔ Fast Turnaround Time ✔ Professional Communication ✔ Confidential Handling of Your Information ✔ Reliable and On-Time Delivery ✔ Client Satisfaction is My Priority I am always ready to help you complete your project efficiently and professionally. Let’s work together to achieve your goals!

Hello, I am a professional Somali-English translator, transcriptionist and voice over artist with over 3 years of experience. I have a deep understanding of both languages and cultures, which enables me to deliver accurate and culturally sensitive translations. My strengths lie in my attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines. I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality work to clients from various industries including legal, medical, and technology. I am also proficient in using various translation software to ensure that my translations are consistent and efficient. In addition to my translation and transcription experience, I have extensive experience in voice over work and have provided voice over services for various types of media including commercials, explainer videos, and e-learning modules. I hold a diploma in Computer Information Communication and am a certified translator from TWB. I am dedicated to continuing my education and professional development to provide the best services possible to my clients. I am confident in my ability to provide top-notch services to clients and am always striving to exceed expectations. I am excited to bring my skills and experience to new projects and am eager to contribute to their success. Thank you for considering my profile. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

......Client Testimonials---------- " "Abdi Ibrahim Adan delivered good work on this SOMALI Transcription project and I enjoyed working with him. His communication was top-notch, he met all deadlines, and his skills were reasonably strong. He helped me find additional freelancers to support the work. I enjoyed working with him and will likely have additional jobs for him in the future." He is a great freelancer, Well knowledgeable, professional, and hardworking. Top communication skills. He was provide quality work. High perfomance. Will be hiring again in the future if we have more project." I offer high-quality English–Somali translation services that are accurate, natural, and culturally appropriate. I translate documents, websites, media content, reports, and general text while preserving the original meaning, tone, and context. 🔹 Why Choose Me: Native Somali speaker with multilingual fluency (Swahili and English) Trusted by global clients for accuracy and fast turnaround Experienced in subtitle formats for streaming platforms Strong communication, reliability, and on-time delivery I offer; ✔️ General translation ✔️ Legal translation ✔️ Medical translation ✔️ Subtitling ✔️ Transcription CAT Tools & Softwares: 🔳 SDL Trados 🔳 MemoQ 🔳 OmegaT 🔳 Subtitle Edit 🔳 Libre Office 🔳 Audacity 🔳 Adobe Audition 🔳 Microsoft Office 🔳 Google Docs 🔳 Notion 🔳 Express Scribe My translations are meaning-focused, not word-for-word, ensuring your message sounds clear and professional to Somali-speaking audiences. I follow consistent terminology, proofread thoroughly, and deliver on time. My goal is to help you communicate effectively, avoid misunderstandings, and reach your audience with confidence.