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Olugbola Gubasavi

Nashville,TN

Summary

Multilingual Translator experienced in interpreting documents and spoken words. Top-notch strengths in verbal and written communication. Organized and thorough professional with strong knowledge of translation practices.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Translator and Interpreter

Language Of The People
Nashville, TN
01.2024 - Current
  • Prepared reports outlining project progress along with any challenges faced during the process.
  • Communicated regularly with clients regarding changes or updates needed in translated materials.
  • Reviewed audio recordings or video files requiring translation services.
  • Edited translated materials to ensure accuracy of content, spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, and formatting.
  • Facilitated communication for people with limited language proficiency.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Translator and Interpreter

Eno Richardson Consulting
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Worked with linguists to ensure that translations were accurate and culturally appropriate.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Provided interpretation services during meetings and conferences.
  • Compiled background information on content and context of translations for intended audience.
  • Instructed students staff and teachers concerning functions and capabilities of interpreters.

Educational Tour Guide

Jinaki Travel
Nashville, TN
10.2015 - 07.2022
  • Organized and scheduled transportation services for tour groups.
  • Ensured compliance with local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to educational tours.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance and expenses related to tours.
  • Led interactive activities to engage students in the learning process during tours.
  • Researched and created educational tour itineraries for groups of all ages.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in planning educational tours.
  • Answered questions from guests regarding their experiences on the tour.
  • Created tour programs with focus on providing positive guest experiences.
  • Distributed posters, flyers and other written materials in high-traffic areas on campus, verbally engaging passersby to garner interest in organization.
  • Provided University offices with tour logistics, bookings and monetary support to achieve metric goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - African Studies

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
05-2014

Skills

  • Cultural Awareness
  • Quality assurance processes
  • Proofreading skills
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Research
  • Document Translation
  • Customer Engagement
  • Records Review
  • Relationship Building
  • Live interpretations
  • Project Support
  • Document Review

Languages

Swahili
Professional
Arabic
Professional

Timeline

Translator and Interpreter

Language Of The People
01.2024 - Current

Translator and Interpreter

Eno Richardson Consulting
08.2022 - 05.2024

Educational Tour Guide

Jinaki Travel
10.2015 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Arts - African Studies

Tennessee State University
Olugbola Gubasavi