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Yumiko P.

North Andover, Massachusetts

$50/hr
5.0
283 jobs

Collaborative, Attentive & Client-Centric: I have been translating for over 25 years (English-Japanese). My biggest strength as a translator is the ability to make the target language (mostly Japanese) sound natural as if it had originally been written in it by adapting the appropriate tone and style for the audience and reflecting the client's corporate culture, brand images and needs. I am also experienced in proofreading and editing translation done by other translators or AI/LMMs. I have worked with a wide range of clients - from individuals and small start-ups to mid-size companies and large global corporations. I have helped many companies to launch their Japanese operations or open their Japan offices by translating email, business decks, marketing materials and other important documents. I incorporate my background to my work such as being raised in Japan, living in the United States for 30 years, working for different types of companies in Japan, Australia and the United States, raising children in the US education system, and belonging to various types of communities in Japan and the US. Therefore, I can work with different topics and materials. Some exceptions are areas requiring high expertise such as legal court documents, legal contracts and medical diagnosis. However, I have translated hundreds of business decks, reports, marketing materials (e.g. flyers, brochures, IG/FB posts), surveys, online course/training materials, and subtitles. Simply started as a translator, my role has evolved over years with technology advancements and business landscape changes. Lots of clients used their own platforms, translation tools and recently AI/LLMs, and I am a quick learner of new tools and technologies and cater to my clients' needs as their uses of technologies change.

  • English
  • Proofreading
  • Subtitles
  • Japanese
  • Copywriting
  • Content Localization
  • Japanese to English Translation
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • Writing
  • Website Localization
  • Typing
  • Data Entry
Ying L.

Winchester, Massachusetts

$40/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Hi, I’m Ying — a Career & Life Strategy Coach with a background in operations leadership and cross-cultural experience between the US and China.I support professionals, students, and families in building clarity, structure, and strong positioning — whether it’s navigating career decisions, preparing for interviews, or planning next steps with confidence. Many of my clients are capable but feel stuck due to unclear direction or lack of structure. I help simplify the process, define priorities, and turn plans into clear, actionable steps. What I can help with: For Professionals & Individuals Career direction and transition planning Building structure, routines, and execution systems Time management and focus improvement For Students Resume editing and positioning (US & international standards) Interview preparation (behavioral & storytelling) Academic and career path guidance My approach: Clear, structured, and results-oriented Practical guidance you can apply immediately Focused on long-term growth, not quick fixes With experience in both leadership (COO-level operations) and coaching, I combine strategy + execution + communication to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. If you're looking for thoughtful guidance and real progress, I’d be happy to work with you.

  • Translation
  • Startup Company
  • Startup Consulting
  • Client Interview
  • Recruiting
  • Administrative Support
  • Interview Preparation
  • Candidate Interview Consulting
  • Chinese
Paul K.

Revere, Massachusetts

$30/hr
4.9
57 jobs

Web Developer & Content Writer with a strong foundation in both frontend and backend development. I build intuitive, dynamic applications using Python, Flask, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS, and I bring years of ESL teaching experience to every project—clear communication, accessible design, and a deep understanding of how people learn. Skilled in Spanish and passionate about crafting digital experiences that are thoughtful, user-centered, and easy to understand.

  • Copy Editing
  • Python
  • HTML
  • Web Scraping
  • Curriculum Design
  • UX & UI Design
  • Flask
Takuma I.

Boston, Massachusetts

$65/hr
4.4
11 jobs

Native Japanese-English interpreter and translator based in Boston, specializing in business, medical, and technical communication. 10+ years at MIT in biophysics and quantum optics. I interpret for companies like Mitsubishi Electric, Takeda Pharmaceutical, and Autodesk, as well as US-Japan investment firms and Boston-area hospitals. WHAT I DO - Real-time interpretation (consecutive and simultaneous) for business meetings, investor calls, and conferences - Japanese-English translation: medical, technical, business, and legal documents - Cultural consulting for US-Japan business relationships - Japanese voice work and narration (native Tokyo standard Japanese) EXPERIENCE I've interpreted and translated across a range of high-stakes settings: - Lumisque: Monthly investor meetings between Japanese manufacturers and US investors, covering financial strategy, partnership terms, and product development. Traveling to Japan in May 2026 for on-site interpretation at their manufacturing partner's facility, including a Netflix documentary shoot. - Mitsubishi Electric: Online meeting interpretation for one of Japan's largest industrial conglomerates. - IntervalZero (Waltham, MA): Full-day in-person interpretation at their offices for meetings with Japanese tech trading firm representatives. - Autodesk: Conference interpretation for a 35-person technical presentation with Japanese delegates. - Harvard, MIT, Northeastern: Academic conference and campus visit interpretation for Japanese delegations. - Takeda Pharmaceutical: Interpreted for international pharmaceutical industry events. - Multi-day executive visits: Week-long engagements interpreting for Japanese executives visiting US schools and business facilities. - Medical interpretation: Active interpreter at Boston-area hospitals and clinics. - QuEra Computing: Translated technical press releases and website content for a quantum computing company. - MIT Women's Technology Program: Curriculum translation for a STEM education initiative. 10 years of research at MIT in experimental biophysics ? I'm comfortable with scientific, technical, and engineering terminology and I bring an analytical mind to every project. LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL EXPERTISE Native Japanese speaker, born and raised in Tokyo. Fully fluent in keigo (Japanese honorific language) and deeply familiar with Japanese business protocol ? hierarchy, indirectness, consensus-building, and meeting etiquette. I know when to soften a direct statement, when to add cultural context the other side might be missing, and how to keep conversations flowing naturally without losing nuance. I've lived in the US for over 10 years and am fully bilingual. My Japanese pronunciation, cadence, and cultural instincts are native Tokyo standard. INDUSTRIES Business and corporate, technology (SaaS, enterprise software, manufacturing), finance and investment, medical and healthcare, education, and scientific research. VOICE WORK I'm available for Japanese voice recording, narration, and voice-over projects. Native Tokyo-standard Japanese with a clear, natural conversational delivery. I have a USB condenser microphone and a quiet dedicated home office for professional-quality audio. AVAILABILITY Eastern Time (US), Boston MA. Flexible schedule for both remote and in-person work. I also travel to Japan frequently for client engagements, so I'm available for on-site interpretation in Japan as well. Reliable home office setup with professional audio equipment and stable high-speed internet. Video-call ready on Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, or any platform. Send me a message to discuss your project ? I respond within 24 hours and I'm happy to jump on a quick call to understand exactly what you need.

  • Translation
  • Document Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Live Interpretation
  • Japanese to English Translation
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • Language Interpretation
  • Medical Translation
  • Technical Translation
  • Japanese
  • Business
  • Localization
  • Transcript
  • Voice Acting
Holly Louise S.

Amherst, Massachusetts

$25/hr
4.9
18 jobs

I am an American multilingual translator specializing in Asian languages. I have worked as an interpreter for medical relief workers after Nepal's earthquakes and translated published writings from Nepali to English. I have also interpreted Hindi language and look forward to more opportunities translating in this language. I am the translator of an Ecuadorian book from Spanish to English about Zen and Christianity, a work that is currently pending publication in the United States. I am an adaptable and dedicated worker. I strive to have the utmost integrity in translation and to convey meanings clearly without sacrificing the nuances of language. I enjoy learning languages and am a student of Valmiki Vidhyapith, a Sanskrit University.

  • Translation
  • English
  • Castilian Spanish
  • Nepali
  • Hindi
  • Spanish to English Translation
  • Hindi to English Translation
  • Nepali to English Translation
  • Writing
  • Illustration
  • Video Transcription
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Ghostwriting
  • Audio Transcription
Anh D.

Quincy, Massachusetts

$60/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I’m a U.S.-based freelancer fluent in both Vietnamese and English. I offer a wide range of professional services, including translation, interpretation, customer service, and copywriting.

  • Translation
  • English
  • Proofreading
  • Vietnamese
  • Customer Service
  • Language Interpretation
  • Voice-Over
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Case Management
  • Counseling

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