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May P.

Christchurch, New Zealand

$28/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I help media companies, e-learning platforms and content creators bring their video and audio content to Chinese-speaking audiences — accurately, naturally, and on time. If you're working with AI-dubbed Mandarin or Cantonese content, I catch what automated tools miss: unnatural phrasing, off-rhythm pacing, lip-sync drift, and pronunciation that doesn't match how real speakers actually talk today. I'm a native Mandarin and Simplified Chinese speaker, fluent in Cantonese and English, based in New Zealand. I hold a Bachelor's degree in English Translation and a Postgraduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting from the University of Canterbury — so my work isn't just bilingual, it's trained and precise. My core services: 🎬 AI Dubbing & Video QC — Timecoded feedback on pronunciation, pacing, lip sync and audio issues for Mandarin and Cantonese. I stay current with Chinese speech patterns, online communication styles and platform norms, so I can tell you not just what sounds wrong, but exactly how to fix it naturally. 🌐 Translation & Localization — English to Simplified Chinese translation with real localization, not word-for-word conversion. Includes Chinese social-media localization for WeChat, Xiaohongshu and similar platforms, where tone and cultural fit matter as much as accuracy. ✏️ Proofreading & AI Content Review — Chinese-language proofreading and review of AI-generated content, ensuring it reads like a native wrote it. 🎙️ Transcription & Recording — Mandarin and Cantonese transcription and voice recording services. 📦 Product Sourcing & Trade — With over 10 years in international sourcing, supplier communication and logistics — including Alibaba, 1688 and Taobao — I also support businesses sourcing products from China, from supplier vetting through to shipment coordination. I deliver accurate work, clear communication and reliable turnaround. If you're not sure whether your project fits, just send me a message — I'm happy to take a look before you commit.

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Mandarin Chinese to English Translation
  • Localization
  • Voice Recording
  • Closed Captioning
  • Social Media Management
  • Chinese
  • Content Writing
  • Product Sourcing
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Subtitling
  • AI Content Editing
  • Cantonese
Chloe B.

Wellington, New Zealand

$25/hr
5.0
112 jobs

I'm a French native speaker based in New Zealand. I offer services in editing French texts—translation editing, copy editing, and proofreading—as well as English-to-French translation. With a background in literature, I work on a variety of projects, from books and novels to other types of documents.

  • Translation
  • Literary Translation
  • Proofreading
  • French
  • English to French Translation
  • Fiction
  • Error Detection
  • Beta Reading
  • Copy Editing
  • Children's Literature
  • Book Editing
  • Novel
  • Romance Novel
  • Book
Hiroshi K.

Christchurch, New Zealand

$18/hr
5.0
11 jobs

I am an experienced Japanese SEO content writer and translator. I was born, raised, and worked in Japan before moving to New Zealand, where I currently reside. I am confident that I can assist your business with localizing content effectively for the Japanese market. I guarantee you will be satisfied. I only started working on upwork in April 2025. However, I have extensive experience in translation, SEO content writing, localization, and AI training. I am committed to providing effective communication and delivering high-quality work that meets your needs. Here’s what I can offer: ✅️Japanese SEO content writing ✅️Japanese SEO copywriting ✅️Japanese Localization ✅️English↔Japanese translation ✅️Proofreading of Japanese ✅️AI data annotation and labelling ✅️Prompt engineering ✅️Japanese voiceover ✅️Virtual assistance ✅️Japanese online customer service ✅️Graphic design ✅️Data entry and more I have over 20 years of experience creating and managing websites, and writing content across various genres for the Japanese market. This long-term experience has allowed me to develop deep insights into what resonates with Japanese audiences and strong proficiency in SEO and WordPress. I have also spent more than 15 years translating and interpreting between English and Japanese speakers at a tertiary institution in New Zealand. This experience has refined my ability to grasp the intent of English speakers accurately and convey it to Japanese clients clearly and accessibly, both orally and in writing. These experiences have given me in-depth knowledge of the Japanese market, as well as solid expertise in Search Engine Optimization and culturally attuned content writing. While I bring extensive experience in Japanese SEO content writing and ENG/JPN translation, I am eager to take on various tasks, including virtual assistance and data entry. I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you.

  • Proofreading
  • SEO Writing
  • SEO-Based Website
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • Japanese to English Translation
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Voice Recording
  • AI Fact-Checking
  • AI Content Writing
  • Website Localization
  • Language Interpretation
  • WordPress
  • Canva
Kay C.

Auckland, New Zealand

$35/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I find what's slowing your business down and I build the fix. I'm an AI and automation specialist based in Auckland, NZ. I bring a rare combination: - Design and build real AI-powered workflows, - Integrate multiple AI models into live business systems, - Bring deep insider knowledge of the residential property / real estate industry. I'm also a trained teacher. That means I don't just deliver a solution and disappear. I make sure you understand what was built, why it works, and how to use it confidently. What I build: - AI workflow automation using n8n and Google Apps Script - Multi-model AI integration — Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, NotebookLM — connected to real business workflows - Self-hosted AI infrastructure — Linux VPS, docker, Open WebUI (OpenClaw) connecting to Discor, Telegram and Slack, self-hosted n8n server. - Google Workspace automation — Sheets, Docs, Drive, Apps Script - AI-powered educational content and curriculum design — for people who learn best by doing My process: I map the real problem before touching any tool. I scope the solution with you, design it lean, build it cost-effectively, and deliver something that actually fits how your business works. If you're a business owner drowning in manual work, a property manager who needs AI that understands your world, or an educator who wants to bring AI into learning, let's talk.

  • Mandarin Chinese
  • Business Consulting
  • Training & Development
  • n8n
  • OpenAI Inc.
  • Claude
  • Gemini
  • NotebookLM
  • Docker
  • Linux System Administration
  • AI Model Integration
  • AI Content Writing
  • AI Image Generator
  • Automated Workflow
  • Slack
  • Discord
  • Telegram
  • Airtable
  • Google Workspace
  • Curriculum Design
Carlos D.

Hamilton, New Zealand

$25/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I am a professional English–Spanish translator with over 15 years of experience, specialized in legal and medical documents for official use. I translate and format documents such as birth certificates, police records, death certificates, contracts, and medical reports, ensuring accuracy, terminology consistency, and exact layout matching the original document. My translations are delivered publication-ready, and upon request, include personal seal, logo, and signature, suitable for immigration, legal, medical, and institutional purposes. In addition to my translation work, I have supervised and trained professional interpreters, which has strengthened my attention to detail, quality control, and professional standards. Language pairs: • Spanish → English • English → Spanish 🔹 SKILLS Legal Translation Medical Translation Document Translation English to Spanish Translation Spanish to English Translation Proofreading Microsoft Word I am committed to delivering accurate, confidential, and professionally formatted translations with fast turnaround and reliable communication. If you need high-quality English ↔ Spanish translation for official or professional use, I am ready to help.

  • Translation
Iuliia N.

Auckland, New Zealand

$20/hr
4.6
34 jobs

- English to Russian, Russian to English translations. Born in Russia, now living in New Zealand. - Certified astrologer - Certified life coach - ACSTH ICF - Entrepreneur - owner of the small business in NZ "Yulia's crafts" - Author of 4 decks of metaphoric cards and 2 Oracle decks - Writer - my book "Vision boards kit" was published in April 2025

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Russian
  • Russian to English Translation
  • Skype
  • General Transcription

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