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Trystn W.

Los Angeles, California

$19/hr
5.0
56 jobs

I am an editor and translator with 10 years of successful freelance experience in translating client materials, editing and proofreading written material, and performing related work on time with several repeat clients and long-term assignments. I am capable as an independent worker and as part of a team. I have a verifiable, well-evaluated freelance history and have also gained experience in teaching English, training AI, and childcare.

  • Translation
  • English
  • Proofreading
  • Caption
  • Subtitles
  • Portuguese
  • US English Dialect
  • Brazilian Portuguese Dialect
  • Creative Writing
  • Content Localization
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Portuguese to English Translation
  • Video Editing
  • Writing
  • Brazilian Portuguese to English Translation
Haruki S.

Los Angeles, California

$20/hr
4.9
68 jobs

I have two decades of experience working both in American and Japanese companies. I am native in both languages, and I'm looking to help anybody who needs translation or proofreading services for any medium. Correcting AI/machine translation is also my specialty.

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Website Translation
  • Native Fluency
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • Japanese to English Translation
  • General Transcription
  • Language Interpretation
  • Technical Translation
  • Japanese
  • Teaching Japanese
  • Subtitles
  • Instruction Manual
  • Content Localization
  • Audio Transcription
Miyu R.

Los Angeles, California

$30/hr
5.0
11 jobs

Miyu is fluent in both English and Japanese. Currently studying at UCLA as a Communications major, she is experienced in tutoring, editing, proofreading, as well as translating from Japanese to English and vice versa.

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Japanese
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Teaching Japanese
  • Tutoring
  • Writing
Dayana R.

Los Angeles, California

$35/hr
5.0
1 jobs

With over 20 years of expertise as a bilingual copyeditor, proofreader, translator, and copywriter, I bring a sharp eye for detail and a proven ability to thrive under pressure in fast-paced environments. I'm deeply empathetic to the creative process and adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders across projects. Known for my strong project management, organizational, and communication skills, I excel at prioritizing tasks, resolving challenges, and leading teams to successful outcomes. My multicultural experience-General Market, U.S. Hispanic, and LATAM segments-enables me to quickly adapt to diverse scenarios and deliver tailored, high-quality content. I am well-versed with SEO best practices and emerging AI tools.

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Localization
  • Copy Editing
  • Copywriting
  • Subtitling
Paula L.

Los Angeles, California

$29/hr
5.0
94 jobs

I help international companies connect authentically with Brazilian audiences through localized marketing, creative translation, and content strategy. Whether it’s adapting campaigns, refining UX copy, or managing localization workflows, I bring both linguistic expertise and data-driven marketing insight to every project. Clients include Meta, Nike, Adobe, Unilever, 3M, and iHerb — where I’ve supported multilingual campaigns that increased engagement and brand consistency across markets. With a background in Marketing and Journalism and over 90 successful Upwork projects, I blend creativity, precision, and process optimization to deliver outstanding user experiences for global audiences. Core Skills: Localization • Transcreation • Content Marketing • Project Management • Copywriting • Process Optimization • Cross-Cultural Communication • Automation • Analytical Reporting Languages: 🇧🇷 Native Brazilian Portuguese | 🇺🇸 Fluent English | 🇪🇸 Advanced Spanish (LATAM)

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Portuguese
  • Portuguese to English Translation
  • Spanish to English Translation
  • Spanish to Portuguese Translation
  • Quality Assurance
  • English to Brazilian Portuguese Translation
  • Document Review
  • Community Management
  • Social Media Website
  • Brazilian Portuguese Dialect
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
Magdalena G.

Los Angeles, California

$29/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hey! It's nice to have you here. Looking for high-quality results and a pleasant working relationship? I'm here to help. I work as a Social Media & Website Manager, and I am an established Writer, Lyricist, Ghostwriter, Tutor and Translator in Germany and the US. I offer the most reliable service possible. Areas of Expertise: ✅UGC creator. ✅Developing digital content and e-commerce platforms, showcasing proficiency in enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement. ✅Creating digital marketing strategies, including social media management and website content curation. ✅Creating headlines, descriptions, and calls-to-action. ✅Managing Websites. ✅Editing &Creating 🔥 Viral videos. ✅Writer for social media videos. ✅A ghostwriter who offers fast results. ✅Creative Writing. ✅Academic Literature. ✅Copywriting. ✅Songwriter. ✅Poetry. ✅ German-English Translations. ✅Facebook, IG, X, Tik Tok, Go Daddy, YT ✅Multilingual in German, English. ✅I also offer Flexible ONLINE Tutoring from first to 12th grade. 🧑‍🏫 🪄📕Words are magic: Creativity is my biggest strength. 📲 Building Trust: It is my goal to build a smooth and positive working relationship. 😊Commitment to Excellence and perfect Client Satisfaction: Exceptional adaptability, a quick learning curve, and outstanding communication skills. 📊Goal-Oriented: My motto is: “Be efficient and only provide the best work possible!” ✨Make it count.✨ If you're interested in a Free Initial CONSULTATION, kindly click the green "invite to the job" button, and let's discuss your requirements. I look forward to helping you with your goals! Best regards, Magdalena G.

  • Literary Translation
  • UGC
  • Ghostwriting
  • Instagram Story
  • Creative Direction
  • Instagram Marketing
  • TikTok Video
  • Content Editing
  • Songwriting
  • German Tutoring
  • Science Tutoring
  • Transcript
  • Viral Marketing
  • Website Builder

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