I'm a newbie freelancer with not much experience and as I'm slowly trying to build up my portfolio, I'm offering the following services.
•English to Tagalog Translation
•Tagalog to English Translation
Please feel free to contact me for specific requests, I'll be sure to get the job done efficiently and swiftly
Copywriting
English to Visayan Translation
Tagalog to English Translation
English to Tagalog Translation
Visayan to English Translation
Masaya S.
Davao, Philippines
$15/hr
5.0
4 jobs
I am half Japanese and half Filipino, and I previously worked at a Japanese overseas employment agency where I managed 10–30 overseas workers and handled their visa applications.
Skills
Translation & Interpretation – 9 years
Japanese ⇆ English ⇆ Filipino (Tagalog & Bisaya)
Word,Adobe Illustrator,Photoshop,Affinity (intermediate)
Excel (Advance): VLOOKUP, IF, VBA, Macros
WordPress (Intermediate): Server management, domain setup, SEO/MEO, design, SEO writing
Languages
Japanese: Native
Filipino (Tagalog & Bisaya): Native
English: Fluent
Past Projects
Over 400 translation projects completed, including official and legal documents such as:
Visa & Immigration Documents – Translated family registers, certificates of eligibility, and other official papers from Japanese to English for visa applications.
Contracts & Legal Documents – English ⇄ Japanese translation of employment and business agreements for corporate clients.
Official Certificates – Birth, marriage, and academic certificates translated for embassy and government use.
Resumes & Business Profiles – English → Japanese translation of CVs and company profiles for global professionals.
Excel Automation Manuals – Created automation tools for visa applications, enabling required documents to be generated within 3 minutes.
Translation
English
Japanese
Tagalog
Localization
WordPress
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Canva
Language Interpretation
Jonie Gen S.
Davao, Philippines
$5/hr
5.0
28 jobs
I am enthusiastic, reliable, and a fast learner in freelancing. I will do my best for the job to be done before the deadline. I am a Filipino currently based in Japan with an N3 level in Japanese language proficiency and have a conversational level of the English language. I am offering my translation and transcription services or data entry jobs for what your business requires.
I am looking forward to work together with your business one of these days and be able to hone my skills while achieving the requirements of the given work.
English
Japanese
Google Docs
Data Entry
General Transcription
Travel Itinerary
Computer Skills
Travel Planning
Manga
Microsoft Excel
Japanese to English Translation
Teaching Japanese
Typing
Microsoft Word
English to Japanese Translation
Jenessa A.
Davao, Philippines
$9/hr
5.0
123 jobs
⭐ High-quality, culturally accurate, and natural translations — always delivered on time.
Hi! I’m Jenessa, a Top-Rated linguist, copywriter, and published author with over 8 years of writing experience and 5 years of translation expertise. I help brands, publishers, and developers connect with Filipino audiences through clear, natural, and impactful language.
Clients often describe my work as “flawless, detailed, and beyond expectations.” Here’s what they say:
“Jenessa never fails to meet our expectations. Her work is top-notch.”
“Delivered on time and exactly as instructed.”
“One of the best linguists we’ve worked with — highly recommended!”
🌍 What I Offer
Professional Translation & Localization
English to Tagalog | English to Cebuano (Bisaya) | Tagalog to Cebuano
I specialize in localizing documents, apps, games, e-learning materials, and creative content, making sure your message fits naturally in Filipino context — not just word-for-word.
Subtitling & Captioning
Accurate, time-synced, and naturally flowing subtitles. Skilled in English ↔ Tagalog and English ↔ Cebuano translation for videos, YouTube, and educational content.
Copywriting & Transcreation
I craft engaging copy that resonates with Filipino audiences — from brand storytelling and marketing campaigns to blogs and product descriptions.
Editing & Proofreading
I polish your content to sound smooth, correct, and brand-consistent.
✍️ About Me
I’m not just a translator — I’m a storyteller at heart.
As a published fiction author (3 paperbacks + 1 Kindle book), I bring creativity and precision to every project. I’ve also worked as an assistant editor for a writing platform, providing exceptional editorial support and ensuring content quality for thousands of readers.
I take pride in blending accuracy with readability — especially for clients who need text that feels local, warm, and human.
💼 Why Clients Trust Me
✔ Native speaker of both Tagalog and Cebuano (Bisaya)
✔ Deep understanding of Filipino culture and language tone
✔ Strong experience in game and app localization
✔ Excellent communicator and always meets deadlines
✔ Proven track record with 100% Job Success on Upwork
💬 What You’ll Get When You Work With Me
Translations that sound natural and human, not machine-like
Content that keeps cultural nuance and emotional intent intact
A partner who’s responsive, reliable, and easy to work with
Clear communication from start to finish
✨ Whether you need game localization, marketing copy, or general translation, I’ll help you deliver content that feels authentic to Filipino audiences.
Let’s bring your project to life — message me today, and let’s make your words resonate!
Translation
Translation & Localization Software
Proofreading
Book Writing
Video Game Localization
English to Filipino Translation
Subtitling
Editing & Proofreading
Subtitles
Subtitle Localization
English to Tagalog Translation
Ghostwriting
Filipino to English Translation
Copywriting
SEO Writing
Aloma Mae A.
Davao, Philippines
$5/hr
5.0
13 jobs
• I am a Professional Licensed Teacher.
• I am a competent and accountable person that will surely meet your expectation, I am very reliable that you can rest assured that I will work the given job Accurately and Professionally.
Previous jobs
* Invoice data Processor
* Translating/Transcribing Documents
* Virtual Assistant in a Video Production Management
* Case Manager Assistant in a Personal Injury Law Firm in California
* Biller, Scheduler, Document Management, Scrubbing Appointments in a Chiropractic Clinic using EHR
Translation
Tagalog
Filipino
General Transcription
Teaching English
Subtitle Edit
Virtual Assistance
Cold Calling
Cold Email
Administrative Support
Outbound Call
Personal Injury Law
Medical Referrals
Mae H.
Davao, Philippines
$7/hr
5.0
31 jobs
Hello there my future boss! I am your Outreach Specialist, Social Media Engagement expert and Organic Growth Manager helping brands, agencies, and startups grow through targeted Influencer Research, manual Influencer Outreach, and results-driven influencer marketing campaigns and also to increase the audience and engagement impact.
✅I help businesses find the right influencers through detailed Influencer Research and connect with them through personalized Influencer Outreach across Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Twitter/X, and email outreach.
I have worked with some companies and helped deliver verified influencer leads, niche-specific influencer lists, creator databases, and manual Influencer Outreach campaigns for collaborations, sponsorships, ambassador programs, brand partnerships and etc.
My main focus is simple:
high-quality Influencer Research + personalized Influencer Outreach + clean sheet lists + organic growth = better influencer partnerships and stronger campaign results.
🔍 Influencer Research Services
I provide detailed, manual, and niche-specific Influencer Research to help your brand find the best creators for your campaign.
✨My Services Includes:
✅Organic Growth
✅Instagram Influencer Research
✅TikTok Influencer Research
✅YouTube Influencer Research
✅Twitter/X Influencer Research
✅Niche-specific Influencer Research
✅Micro-influencer Influencer Research
✅Macro-influencer Influencer Research
✅Location-based Influencer Research
✅Category-based Influencer Research
✅Competitor influencer Influencer Research
✅Hashtag-based Influencer Research
✅Manual influencer lead generation
✅Influencer list building
✅Influencer discovery
✅Influencer vetting
✅Influencer contact research
✅Verified email collection
✅Influencer database creation
✅Follower count checking
✅Engagement rate analysis
✅Audience fit analysis
✅Content quality analysis
✅Brand-fit influencer matching
✅Influencer profile analysis
✅Influencer data collection in Google Sheets or Excel
💬 Influencer Outreach Services
Along with Influencer Research, I also manage manual and personalized Influencer Outreach campaigns to help you connect with the right creators😉💸
🤝 Partnership & Collaboration Support
Whether you are launching a product, growing brand awareness, collecting UGC, building an ambassador program, or scaling your influencer marketing campaign, I can support you with:
Targeted Influencer Research
Manual Influencer Outreach
Verified influencer lead lists
Influencer campaign support
Influencer collaboration management
Influencer partnership tracking
Brand-influencer matching
Influencer communication
Influencer outreach follow-ups
Influencer data organization
My goal is to make your influencer marketing process easier by handling the time-consuming parts: Influencer Research, Influencer Outreach, influencer list building, influencer contact research, and influencer communication.💸💪
Social Media Management
Twitter/X
Instagram
Facebook
Social Media Website
Social Media Content
Instagram Marketing
Twitter/X Marketing
Facebook Development
Social Media Design
LinkedIn Lead Generation
LinkedIn
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