Hi! I'm Kardelen, a passionate writer and translator with experience in crafting short stories, essays, and scripts. I excel at translating between English and Turkish, and I have strong communication skills that help me engage professionally with clients and colleagues alike. I take pride in my work ethic and manage my time effectively to deliver quality results whether I'm working independently or as part of a team. I enjoy volunteering and contributing to meaningful projects, especially those involving education and animal help. My background in American Culture and Literature combined with a Master’s degree in Scriptwriting fuels my creative journey, and I love translating narratives across languages and cultures.

Kardelen H. İpek

Hi! I'm Kardelen, a passionate writer and translator with experience in crafting short stories, essays, and scripts. I excel at translating between English and Turkish, and I have strong communication skills that help me engage professionally with clients and colleagues alike. I take pride in my work ethic and manage my time effectively to deliver quality results whether I'm working independently or as part of a team. I enjoy volunteering and contributing to meaningful projects, especially those involving education and animal help. My background in American Culture and Literature combined with a Master’s degree in Scriptwriting fuels my creative journey, and I love translating narratives across languages and cultures.

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Hi! I’m Kardelen, a passionate writer and translator with experience in crafting short stories, essays, and scripts. I excel at translating between English and Turkish, and I have strong communication skills that help me engage professionally with clients and colleagues alike. I take pride in my work ethic and manage my time effectively to deliver quality results whether I’m working independently or as part of a team.

I enjoy volunteering and contributing to meaningful projects, especially those involving education and animal help. My background in American Culture and Literature combined with a Master’s degree in Scriptwriting fuels my creative journey, and I love translating narratives across languages and cultures.

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Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Translator at Expat Publishing Website
January 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for translating content between English and Turkish since 2022, ensuring clear communication and accuracy.
Freelance Translator at Mizgin Mujde Arslan
December 31, 2021 - August 3, 2025
Translated the proposal of ‘My Mother’s Tale’ in 2021, facilitating cross-cultural communication.
Translator and Interpreter at Aral Group / Ali Akgün
December 31, 2016 - August 3, 2025
Translated and interpreted for Turkey-Greece Media Bridging from 2015 to 2016, improving bilateral media relations.
Freelance Content Improvement Specialist at Akcon Consulting Ltd
December 31, 2021 - August 3, 2025
Improved website content in 2020 and 2021, contributing to enhanced client communication and online presence.
Freelance Scriptwriter / Translator at Bagua Productions
January 1, 2019 - Present
Worked as a scriptwriter and translator for the project 'Signs' in 2019 and contributed scriptwriting to various projects since 2022.
Freelance Scriptwriter / Translator at James Riley
January 1, 2022 - Present
Provided scriptwriting services for various projects since 2022, combining creative storytelling with translation skills.
Freelance Scriptwriter / Translator at Ali Baş
December 31, 2022 - August 3, 2025
Scriptwriting and translation for the book 'Silvia’s Game' in 2022.
Freelance CV Editor at Various Clients
January 1, 2022 - Present
Editing CVs of clients professionally since 2022, ensuring clarity and professionalism in their presentations.
Freelance Proofreader and Editor at Mathieu Selvey
January 1, 2022 - Present
Proofread and edited various documents since 2022, maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
Internship Programme Maker at Başkent TV
September 3, 2014 - August 3, 2025
Assisted in programme making activities, learning about TV production processes and workflows.

Education

Scriptwriting/Masters Degree at Bournemouth University
September 14, 2017 - November 5, 2019
American Culture and Literature at Bilkent University
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2016
High School Diploma at Ted Ankara College Foundation School
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2010
Bachelor’s Degree at Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Master’s Degree at Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

ÖSYM Scholarship
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Odtu Programme and Course of Active Learning Approach
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Ankara Development Agency Project Management Course
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality