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
Medical Translation
Proofreading
Technical Translation
Live Interpretation
Japanese to English Translation
English to Japanese Translation
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Japanese
Business
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Voice Acting
Samuel E.
Boston, Massachusetts
$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs
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Hereโs how I can help.
Iโm Samuel Esteva-Canas, a bilingual writer and translator with years of experience crafting clear, precise, and emotionally resonant content for brands, professionals, and digital platforms. After working across multiple industries, hereโs what Iโve learned:
๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒโ๐ ๐๐ต๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐๐ป๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐บ๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐ ๐ฏ๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ณ๐น๐ฎ๐:
โข The message isnโt structured for clarity
โข The tone doesnโt match your audience
โข Sentences feel translated, not written
โข The writing lacks emotional resonance
โข Key ideas donโt stand out the way they should
These issues cost you trust, engagement, and opportunities.
Thatโs where I come in.
๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐บ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ ๐บ๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐น๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ ๐๐๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ผ๐๐?
๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒโ๐ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ ๐ฑ๐ผ:
โข Capture your natural voiceโauthentic and human
โข Translate meaning, intention, and nuance (not just words)
โข Strengthen flow, logic, and narrative structure
โข Adapt tone for professional, creative, or persuasive contexts
โข Deliver clean, polished writing in English and Spanish
And just like that โ your message becomes clearer, stronger, and more impactful.
๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ฌ๐จ ๐จ๐๐๐๐ซ ๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐บ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง/๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐ฌ๐๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ ๐จ๐ง ๐๐ง๐ฒ ๐ญ๐๐ฑ๐ญ.
๐ ๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐น๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ:
โข Clean, natural, fluid translations
โข Professional copy optimized for clarity
โข Short-form or long-form writing with a strong voice
โข Unlimited revisions
โข Free consultation and tone-matching
๐ง ๐๐ผ๐ ๐๐ฒโ๐น๐น ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ธ ๐๐ผ๐ด๐ฒ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ:
โข Quick review of your goals and audience
โข First draft delivered fast for feedback
โข Unlimited changes until it sounds exactly like you want
โข Final files delivered in all formats you need
๐ ๐ ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐ ๐๐ผ๐ผ๐น๐:
Google Docs, Word, Notion, DeepL, Grammarly, Audacity (for voiceovers)
โ๏ธ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ ๐๐ผ ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐บ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ป๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐๐ผ ๐น๐ฎ๐ป๐ด๐๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ๐?
Click โInvite to Jobโ or send me a message โ letโs make your writing work for you, not against you.
Legal Translation
Spanish
Spanish to English Translation
Legal Transcription
Voice Recording
Voice Talent
Spanish English Accent
Blog Writing
Copywriting
Email Copywriting
Political Speech
Emme L.
Boston, Massachusetts
$25/hr
5.0
12 jobs
๐ Experienced Translator & Video Captioning Specialist: Fluent in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English ๐
Hello! Need accurate and reliable translation services, including video captioning? You're in the right place! I'm a seasoned translator proficient in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English, with expertise in video captioning. With 9 years of experience, I've honed my skills to deliver top-quality translations and captions tailored to your needs.
๐น Language Expertise:
- Simplified Chinese: As a native speaker, I guarantee precise translations and captions that maintain the integrity of your content while ensuring it resonates with your target audience.
- Traditional Chinese: I'm well-versed in the intricacies of traditional Chinese characters, providing accurate translations and captions that capture the essence of your message.
- English: With a strong command of English, I excel at crafting fluent and natural translations and captions that effectively convey your ideas to English-speaking audiences.
๐น Services Offered:
- Document Translation: From business proposals to academic papers, I translate a wide range of content with meticulous attention to detail.
- Website Localization: Expand your global reach by localizing your website for Chinese-speaking markets. I ensure seamless integration of language and cultural nuances to enhance user experience.
- Video Captioning: Enhance accessibility and engagement with professional video captions. Whether it's for educational videos, marketing content, or social media posts, I provide accurate and synchronized captions that make your videos accessible to a wider audience.
๐น Why Choose Me?
- Accuracy: I pride myself on delivering translations and captions that are faithful to the original content, ensuring clarity and coherence.
- Timeliness: I understand the importance of deadlines and strive to deliver translations and captions promptly without compromising quality.
- Client Satisfaction: Your satisfaction is my priority. I'm committed to providing responsive communication and personalized service to meet your specific requirements.
Ready to elevate your content with expert translation services and professional video captions? Let's collaborate to bridge language barriers and enhance the accessibility of your videos. Contact me today to discuss your project requirements!
Chinese
Resume
Chinese to English Translation
English to Chinese Translation
Interview Preparation
Career Coaching
Cover Letter
Mandarin Chinese
Konstantin M.
Boston, Massachusetts
$13/hr
5.0
48 jobs
Hello fellow UpWorkers!
I am here on UpWork to help you with any kind of English to Russian and Russian to English translation, Russian Proofreading, content writing, copywriting and rewriting. I am a certified translator with over 10 years of experience. I graduated from Astrakhan State University with a B.A. in linguistics and then spent 10 years living in the United States improving my spoken English skills. I currently work as a content writer for iBus Media. I write articles on various subjects including but not limited to technology, medicine, design and many others. I take pride in quality translations as well as SEO-optimized and unique articles and I strive to get the job done on time. Please, feel free to contact me with any questions!
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Proofreading
Spanish to English Translation
Copywriting
Search Engine Optimization
Russian to English Translation
Data Entry
English to Russian Translation
Article Spinning
Izabela S.
Boston, Massachusetts
$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I'm a bilingual translator, creative writer, and narrative specialist with a background in audiovisual storytelling, script development, and cultural adaptation.
Iโve worked on award-winning short films and collaborative creative projects, serving as a Script Supervisor, Production Assistant, and Set Design Assistant for productions showcased in festivals like the Boston 48h Film Project. I also have experience coordinating small teams and managing creative workflows โ from script delivery to final review.
Originally from Brazil and currently based in the U.S., I bring cultural sensitivity, narrative intuition, and cross-border experience to every project.
I specialize in PTโEN translation, creative writing, and transcreation, helping clients bring their ideas to life with emotional precision and clarity โ whether through subtitles, branding copy, scripts, or original narratives.
๐ฌ What I bring to the table:
- Human, culturally sensitive translation (PTโEN)
- Creative writing and story structure development
- Subtitles & adaptation for audiovisual content
- Project coordination and clear communication
- Fast, reliable delivery and deadline awareness
I value storytelling with purpose and projects that communicate something real. Letโs craft something meaningful โ and make it resonate across languages, formats, and audiences.
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