Native Dutch speaker with fluent English, based in Toronto and available for remote freelance interpretation. Professional background in translation, localization, and AI content evaluation, including verified assessment scores. Experienced in customer-facing communication across hospitality, retail, and events, adapting to different audiences and registers. Comfortable working independently in a quiet home office with reliable internet, and familiar with sensitive/high-pressure client interactions.

Maurice Knuever

Native Dutch speaker with fluent English, based in Toronto and available for remote freelance interpretation. Professional background in translation, localization, and AI content evaluation, including verified assessment scores. Experienced in customer-facing communication across hospitality, retail, and events, adapting to different audiences and registers. Comfortable working independently in a quiet home office with reliable internet, and familiar with sensitive/high-pressure client interactions.

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Native Dutch speaker with fluent English, based in Toronto and available for remote freelance interpretation. Professional background in translation, localization, and AI content evaluation, including verified assessment scores.

Experienced in customer-facing communication across hospitality, retail, and events, adapting to different audiences and registers. Comfortable working independently in a quiet home office with reliable internet, and familiar with sensitive/high-pressure client interactions.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent AI Content Evaluator at Self-employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Evaluated 150+ AI-generated outputs for factual accuracy, tone, and safety/compliance. Followed structured quality guidelines requiring close attention to linguistic nuance, working independently with platform-based task delivery and weekly deadlines.
Freelance Translator & Localization Specialist at Self-employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Remote EN↔NL translation and localization for marketing, travel, lifestyle, and e-commerce content. Dutch copy editing for clarity, natural tone, and cultural accuracy across target markets. Delivers structured outputs through platforms (Fiverr, CrowdGen App) with awareness of register, idiomatic expression, and culturally appropriate phrasing.
Freelance Translator & Localization Specialist at Self-employed
January 1, 2024 - Present
EN ↔ NL translation and localization for marketing, travel, lifestyle, and e-commerce content; edited Dutch copy for clarity, natural register, and cultural accuracy.
Independent AI Content Evaluator at Self-employed
January 1, 2024 - Present
Evaluated 150+ AI-generated outputs for factual accuracy, naturalness, tone, and safety; assessed linguistic quality using structured rubrics; identified errors in AI reasoning, grammar, and cultural phrasing.
Trade Assistant (Trilingual on-site support) at Elite Netting
December 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Provided trilingual (EN/NL) on-site communication support across mixed-language teams. Clarified technical instructions and safety protocols in real time.
Hospitality & Event Coordinator (Bilingual) at De Reehoorst
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2022
Provided real-time bilingual guest communication in Dutch and English. Managed front desk operations, handled phone inquiries, and coordinated live event logistics for groups of 20–150. Resolved guest concerns and service escalations calmly and professionally, adapting communication style to formal, casual, and high-pressure situations.
Hospitality & Event Coordinator at De Reehorst
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2022
Delivered clear, professional Dutch and English verbal communication to guests daily; adapted to tone, pace, and emotional register across formal, casual, and high-pressure settings; managed phone inquiries, live event announcements, and front desk interactions for 20–150 guests.
Assistant Manager at Intertoys Holland B.V.
August 1, 2017 - September 1, 2020
Led team briefings and communicated instructions with clear pronunciation and authority; handled customer escalations requiring calm, composed, and audience-appropriate delivery.
Festival Coordinator at Eten op Rolletjes
May 30, 2016 - August 30, 2016
On-site coordination requiring clear verbal direction to vendors, staff, and event attendees; demonstrated effective coordination in busy festival settings.

Education

MBO Leisure & Hospitality Executive at ROC Midden Nederland, Utrecht
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
NCOI Amsterdam (Business Management - MBO) at NCOI Amsterdam
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Business Management (MBO Leisure & Hospitality Executive) at NCOI Amsterdam
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
ROCMidden Nederland at ROCMidden Nederland
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

SmartServe Ontario
September 1, 2013 - July 13, 2026
CanSell Ontario
September 1, 2013 - July 13, 2026
ROCMidden Nederland - Niveau 4 (NLQF 4 / EQF 4) - Crebo 34130
September 1, 2013 - July 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Retail