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Hi, I’m Maria Gervas John, a Tanzanian translation and interpretation professional with a strong focus on clear communication between Swahili and English. I enjoy turning meaning into accurate, natural language—whether through consecutive interpretation, translation support, or audio/AV work like proofreading, quality checks (Q&A), and voiceover-style outputs. I’ve built my skills through education in translation and interpretation and hands-on experience with the Tanzania Translators and Interpreters Association (TTIA), where I supported subtitles creation and voiceover production as well as proofreading and workshop-based professional engagement. Alongside my work, I also bring language-teaching ability and a detail-oriented, professional approach to every assignment.…Hi, I’m Maria Gervas John, a Tanzanian translation and interpretation professional with a strong focus on clear communication between Swahili and English. I enjoy turning meaning into accurate, natural language—whether through consecutive interpretation, translation support, or audio/AV work like proofreading, quality checks (Q&A), and voiceover-style outputs. I’ve built my skills through education in translation and interpretation and hands-on experience with the Tanzania Translators and Interpreters Association (TTIA), where I supported subtitles creation and voiceover production as well as proofreading and workshop-based professional engagement. Alongside my work, I also bring language-teaching ability and a detail-oriented, professional approach to every assignment.

Maria Gervas John

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Hi, I’m Maria Gervas John, a Tanzanian translation and interpretation professional with a strong focus on clear communication between Swahili and English. I enjoy turning meaning into accurate, natural language—whether through consecutive interpretation, translation support, or audio/AV work like proofreading, quality checks (Q&A), and voiceover-style outputs. I’ve built my skills through education in translation and interpretation and hands-on experience with the Tanzania Translators and Interpreters Association (TTIA), where I supported subtitles creation and voiceover production as well as proofreading and workshop-based professional engagement. Alongside my work, I also bring language-teaching ability and a detail-oriented, professional approach to every assignment.…Hi, I’m Maria Gervas John, a Tanzanian translation and interpretation professional with a strong focus on clear communication between Swahili and English. I enjoy turning meaning into accurate, natural language—whether through consecutive interpretation, translation support, or audio/AV work like proofreading, quality checks (Q&A), and voiceover-style outputs. I’ve built my skills through education in translation and interpretation and hands-on experience with the Tanzania Translators and Interpreters Association (TTIA), where I supported subtitles creation and voiceover production as well as proofreading and workshop-based professional engagement. Alongside my work, I also bring language-teaching ability and a detail-oriented, professional approach to every assignment.

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Hi, I’m Maria Gervas John, a Tanzanian translation and interpretation professional with a strong focus on clear communication between Swahili and English. I enjoy turning meaning into accurate, natural language—whether through consecutive interpretation, translation support, or audio/AV work like proofreading, quality checks (Q&A), and voiceover-style outputs.

I’ve built my skills through education in translation and interpretation and hands-on experience with the Tanzania Translators and Interpreters Association (TTIA), where I supported subtitles creation and voiceover production as well as proofreading and workshop-based professional engagement. Alongside my work, I also bring language-teaching ability and a detail-oriented, professional approach to every assignment.

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Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Beginner

Beginner

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Swahili

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English

Fluent

Work Experience

Field Intern (Translator and Interpreter Support, Subtitling & Voiceover Production) at Tanzania Translators and Interpreters Association (TTIA)

January 1, 2025 - Present

Supported translation and interpretation activities, contributed to subtitle creation and voiceover production for audiovisual content, assisted with proofreading and QA, and participated in workshops and professional engagements.

Field Intern – Translation & Interpretation at Tanzania Translators Association (TTIA)

January 1, 2025 - Present

Provided translation and interpretation support during field assignments and professional engagements; facilitated effective communication between clients, communities, and language professionals; contributed to language-related workshops, trainings, and professional events; developed practical experience in real-life translation and interpretation environments; contributed to subtitle creation for audiovisual materials, ensuring accuracy and linguistic clarity.