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Katrin Mkrtchian

Burbank,USA

Summary

Accomplished and professional translator with over 5 years of experience in translation, localization, and audiovisual translation. Proficient in English, Russian, Armenian, and Spanish, with expertise in delivering accurate and culturally nuanced translations. Experienced in collaborating with global clients across diverse industries, including media, technology, education, healthcare, and e-commerce. Strong project management skills, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality translations and maintaining excellent client relationships.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Translator & MTPE Specialist

Independent Contractor
03.2022 - Current

Translated documents, marketing materials, and digital content for diverse clients, including e-commerce businesses, education platforms, and content creators.

• Provided high-quality MTPE services, enhancing machine-generated translations for clarity and accuracy.

• Collaborated on projects involving website localization, product descriptions, and technical manuals.

• Maintained consistent communication with clients, delivering projects on time with excellent client satisfaction.

Audiovisual Translator

Independent Contractor
03.2022 - Current
  • Provided high-quality translation, subtitling, and localization services for films, TV shows, documentaries, and digital media.
  • Collaborated with production companies and streaming platforms to ensure accurate and culturally appropriate translations.
  • Utilized industry-standard tools such as Aegisub, Amara, and Subtitle Edit for subtitling and timing.
  • Translated scripts and provided voiceover translations for e-learning videos and corporate presentations.

Freelance English to Russian Translator

Freelance.ru
06.2020 - 12.2023
  • Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible
  • Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms

Russian/Armenian/English Interpreter

As Translation
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills
  • Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards
  • Translated website content from other languages to English

Language Tutor

Profi.ru
06.2018 - 01.2022
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas

Education

Bachelor - Translation Studies/Teaching Foreign Languages

Moscow State Pedagogical University
Moscow
07.2022

Skills

    Communication

    Attention to Detail

    Time Management

    Adaptability

    Problem Solving

    Cultural Awareness

    Collaboration

    Organization

    Creativity

    Critical Thinking

    Translation & Localization

    Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE)

    Subtitling & Captioning

    CAT Tools (SDL Trados, MemoQ, Wordfast)

    Content Creation (Adobe Suite, Canva)

    Proofreading & Editing

    Project Management

    Terminology Management

    Research Skills

    IT & Digital Skills

Languages

Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Full Professional

Timeline

Russian/Armenian/English Interpreter

As Translation
08.2022 - 02.2023

Freelance Translator & MTPE Specialist

Independent Contractor
03.2022 - Current

Audiovisual Translator

Independent Contractor
03.2022 - Current

Freelance English to Russian Translator

Freelance.ru
06.2020 - 12.2023

Language Tutor

Profi.ru
06.2018 - 01.2022

Bachelor - Translation Studies/Teaching Foreign Languages

Moscow State Pedagogical University
Katrin Mkrtchian