I am a versatile freelance translator fluent in English, Japanese, and German. My meticulous attention to detail ensures that every translation I deliver is not just accurate, but resonates authentically with its intended audience. Whether translating complex technical documents or capturing the subtle nuances of literary works, I take pride in exceeding client expectations and delivering linguistic excellence that truly connects across borders and cultures.

Ibrahim Shittu

I am a versatile freelance translator fluent in English, Japanese, and German. My meticulous attention to detail ensures that every translation I deliver is not just accurate, but resonates authentically with its intended audience. Whether translating complex technical documents or capturing the subtle nuances of literary works, I take pride in exceeding client expectations and delivering linguistic excellence that truly connects across borders and cultures.

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I am a versatile freelance translator fluent in English, Japanese, and German. My meticulous attention to detail ensures that every translation I deliver is not just accurate, but resonates authentically with its intended audience.

Whether translating complex technical documents or capturing the subtle nuances of literary works, I take pride in exceeding client expectations and delivering linguistic excellence that truly connects across borders and cultures.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Japanese
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Translator at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
Provide high-quality translations across legal, medical, financial, technical, and literary texts. Utilize CAT tools (SDL Trados Studio, MemoQ, MateCat, Across, Phrase, Wordfast, Smartcat) to ensure accuracy and consistency. Offer localization, subtitling and transcription, MTPE, quality assurance, and client communication to deliver solutions that meet deadlines and budgets.
Academic Translator Intern at International Language Research Center
January 1, 2020 - Present
Translate academic papers, research articles, and reports for university researchers; ensure adherence to APA/MLA standards; collaborate with researchers and faculty to produce accurate bilingual materials for dissemination.
Literary Translator at Literary Freelance / Literary Translator
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Specialize in translating novels, poetry, short stories, and other literary works from English, German, and Finnish. Focus on preserving the author's voice, style, and cultural nuances while delivering faithful, engaging translations. Engage in extensive research and literary events to stay current with industry trends and best practices.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Translation Studies at Institute of Linguistics and Translation
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Master’s Degree in Translation Studies at New Dawn University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Diploma in Legal & Financial Translation at International School of Linguistics
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Ph.D. in Translation & Linguistics at In Progress
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Qualifications

Certified Translator – International Association of Professional Translators
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Advanced CAT Tools Training – SDL Trados Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
AI & Machine Translation Specialist – Flitto AI Lab
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Certified Financial Translator – Global Institute of Finance & Business Linguistics
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Other