I am Elisa Falck, a linguistics professional and PhD student with a strong background in language, communication, and social sciences. Since 2017 I have worked as a translator, proofreader, and transcriber for multiple clients, mainly on technical content, and I regularly revise the work of other linguists. Living in Helsinki, Finland, I bring an international perspective from living and working abroad for four years and thrive in cross-cultural, deadline-driven environments. I enjoy creative writing and the challenges of multilingual data, and I aim to combine analytical rigor with creativity to deliver precise and culturally aware content.

Elisa Falck

I am Elisa Falck, a linguistics professional and PhD student with a strong background in language, communication, and social sciences. Since 2017 I have worked as a translator, proofreader, and transcriber for multiple clients, mainly on technical content, and I regularly revise the work of other linguists. Living in Helsinki, Finland, I bring an international perspective from living and working abroad for four years and thrive in cross-cultural, deadline-driven environments. I enjoy creative writing and the challenges of multilingual data, and I aim to combine analytical rigor with creativity to deliver precise and culturally aware content.

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I am Elisa Falck, a linguistics professional and PhD student with a strong background in language, communication, and social sciences. Since 2017 I have worked as a translator, proofreader, and transcriber for multiple clients, mainly on technical content, and I regularly revise the work of other linguists. Living in Helsinki, Finland, I bring an international perspective from living and working abroad for four years and thrive in cross-cultural, deadline-driven environments. I enjoy creative writing and the challenges of multilingual data, and I aim to combine analytical rigor with creativity to deliver precise and culturally aware content.

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Experience Level

Language

Finnish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Advanced
Swedish
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Russian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Translator, Proofreader, and Transcriber at Multiple clients (Freelance)
May 1, 2017 - Present
Freelance translator, proofreader, and transcriber handling mostly technical content for multiple clients. Tasks include translating, transcribing, post-editing machine translations, and proofreading; I regularly review others' work and provide corrections. I use various online databases and linguistic resources to ensure accuracy, and I manage project timelines, negotiation of rates and deadlines, and delivery of client-ready texts. I collaborate with sales staff and translators globally, gaining experience in negotiation, time management, and cross-cultural communication.
Translation Project Manager at TransPerfect Translations
September 1, 2015 - February 1, 2016
Led translation projects for diverse clients, coordinating multilingual teams, timelines, and quality control. Developed best practices and workflows, contributing to efficiency and client satisfaction. This role laid the groundwork for later consultancy work in project management and capacity building.
IT Helpdesk Technician at T-Systems Iberia
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017
Provided technical support to end users, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and maintaining helpdesk tickets. Supported remote environments and offered occasional on-site assistance.
Technical Support Agent, Coach and Back Office at Sellbyte Group
July 1, 2014 - August 1, 2015
Provided technical support and back-office services for clients in Barcelona, handling customer inquiries and coordinating with teams to ensure smooth operations.
Social Worker at City of Helsinki
October 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Social work responsibilities within municipal services, engaging with clients, case management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver support.
Social Worker at Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
June 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Provided social services, case management, and coordination of care for clients within the regional welfare system.

Education

Master’s and Bachelor's Programme in Social Sciences at University of Helsinki
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's Programme in Finnish, English and Communication at University of Vaasa
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
PhD Programme in Psychology at Universitat Ramon Llull, Blanquerna Faculty
January 1, 2025 - January 30, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education