Senior Localization Specialist
since 06.2023 - Till the present day |Busuu
EdTech
Ongoing collaboration with one of the world’s leading language learning platforms.
Delivering high-quality Russian content for global learners with a focus on:
● Course Localization: adapting complex educational materials and lesson content (3,000–10,000 words monthly).
● Linguistic Precision: ensuring natural flow and cultural relevance using Smartling and XTM Cloud.
● User Experience: enhancing the EdTech interface for Russian-speaking audiences.
AI Content Specialist / Language Model Evaluator (Russian)
since 07.2022 - Till the present day |DATAmundi
AI, LLM
Focused on the evaluation and optimization of Large Language Models (LLMs) to ensure high-precision Russian language output.
● RLHF & Model Tuning: ranking and refining AI-generated responses for linguistic accuracy, cultural nuance, and safety.
● Data Quality Assurance: identifying and correcting subtle errors in machine-generated Russian to improve logical flow and naturalness.
● Cross-Domain Evaluation: leveraging expertise in Legal, Medical, and Technical fields to assess AI performance in complex subject areas.
● Linguistic Feedback: providing structured data and analysis to help refine training datasets for next-generation AI models.
Translator
since 11.2013 - Till the present day |Translators without Borders
Translation
● I am proud to be a part of this amazing organization.
● All the projects are created for people's sake: women and children health, education, new technologies that help integrating new generations into modern society and to have better life, and even history of the USA (amazing project).
Translator
since 02.2012 - Till the present day |Language is Everything
Translation
Long-term collaboration providing high-stakes linguistic support for UK-based public, private, and third-sector clients.
With over 270,000 words translated, my work focuses on complex cases requiring extreme precision and ethical sensitivity:
● Law & Justice: specialized in asylum, immigration, and criminal law documentation.
● Government & Social Services: supporting housing departments and social services in sensitive community-related cases.
● Healthcare: expert translation for general medical and psychiatric healthcare settings.
● Recognized for reliability and professional excellence in handling confidential and high-priority assignments.
Senior Localization Specialist
since 02.2011 - Till the present day |Metafraze
CRM, Trados, MemoQ
A 15-year strategic partnership providing high-tier localization and MTPE services for a diverse US-based portfolio.
Specializing in high-stakes sectors that demand technical precision and cultural fluency:
● Medical & Life Sciences: expert translation for medical device companies and healthcare providers.
● Technology & IT: specialized in software localization and IT-related documentation.
● Market Research & Consumer Brands: delivering culturally nuanced content for global market research firms and household consumer products.
● Advanced Linguistic Tech: proficient in Trados and memoQ, with extensive experience in Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE).
● Trusted by the CEO for "exceptional breadth" and "genuine commitment to accuracy" across multiple disciplines.
Localization Specialist
06.2011 - 09.2021 |Paul St Pierre. Business English
Translation
Focused collaboration with a UK-based business communication consultancy, delivering high-standard Russian localization for the global travel and hospitality sector.
● Technical Localization: translated complex tourist content, including HTML coding, for a global airport transfer network, ensuring seamless digital integration.
● Cross-Cultural Communication & Vetting: conducted linguistic screening and professional interviews for potential service partners in Eastern Europe (Ukraine), ensuring alignment with UK-led service standards.
● Creative Transcreation: adapted sophisticated destination marketing materials and travel guides, focusing on natural flow and user engagement.
● Quality & Precision: consistently provided high-quality output that "stood scrutiny on every occasion," handling specialized terminology with professional expertise.
● Mentored by Paul St Pierre, this role was foundational in mastering the art of brand storytelling and professional business communication.
Audiovisual Linguist & Subtitler
since 01.2010 - Till the present day |Einion Media
Translation, EdTech
Long-term collaboration with a specialized media agency, focusing on high-quality audiovisual translation and localization for international audiences.
● Audiovisual Translation (AVT): expert subtitling for documentary films, cinema festivals, and media projects, ensuring linguistic precision and cultural resonance.
● Corporate EdTech: localization of complex training programs and educational content for global corporate clients.
● Transcreation: adapting English-Russian content with a focus on natural flow, timing, and viewer engagement.
● Recognized for being "extremely helpful, flexible, and delivering good quality work" across a variety of creative and technical formats.
Senior Pro-Tier Linguist & Reviewer
since 07.2009 - Till the present day |Gengo
Translation
● Pro-Level Accreditation: achieved high-tier certification for English-to-Russian translation, specializing in business, marketing, and technical content.
● Quality Assurance: consistently delivering high-precision translations and proofreading services with a focus on stylistic accuracy and brand voice consistency.
● Large-Scale Localization: extensive experience managing diverse projects, from fast-paced digital content to complex technical documentation.
● Verified Reliability: maintaining long-term "Pro" status through rigorous quality benchmarks and professional commitment.
Senior Linguist & Transcription Specialist
since 12.2009 - Till the present day |Multilingual Connections
Translation
Long-term strategic partnership with a Chicago-based global language solutions provider.
Over 400,000 words of English-Russian-English content delivered across high-precision sectors:
● Healthcare & Life Sciences: specialized in biochemistry, public health, and medical documentation.
● Social Impact: successfully led consecutive large-scale projects (2019-2020) for a major international AIDS association, including subtitle translation and conference material adaptation.
● Technical & Corporate: translating complex instructions, curricula, and sensitive organizational correspondence.
● Multimodal Services: expert-level transcription and linguistic editing, ensuring cultural resonance and adherence to the highest quality standards.
● Recognized for consistently meeting tight deadlines and managing high-volume projects (1,000+ pages) with "proactive motivation and professional excellence" (Ref: Akif Can Taşkent, Senior PM).
Senior Translator
since 12.2008 - Till the present day |One Hour Translation
Translation
Expertise:
● Ad-Words / Banners.
● Business / Forex / Finance.
● Marketing / Consumer / Media.
● Technical / Engineering.
● Tourism.
Senior Localization Expert | Senior EN-RU Linguist
since 01.2006 - Till the present day |Independent Contractor (Global Brands & International Organizations)
CAT Tools: Smartling, Trados Studio, MemoQ, Smartcat, OmegaT, XTM, Phrase (Memsource). Methodologies: LQA (Language Quality Assurance), MTPE (Machine Translation Post-Editing), RLHF (Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback), Transcreation, Style Guide Development. Platforms: Jira, Slack, Trello, GitHub (localization workflows)
Role & Projects:
Operating as a high-level linguistic consultant and lead translator for diverse global sectors. Delivered 5,000,000+ words across multiple high-stakes domains:
AI & Technology: Expert in AI Training (RLHF) and linguistic model fine-tuning for global tech leaders (e.g., Lilt, Datamundi). Specialized in monitoring systems, electronics, and Lean Manufacturing documentation.
International Organizations & Social Impact: Long-term cooperation with the ILO (International Labour Organization) and the Red Cross. Focused on migration, labor rights, and social protection reports.
EdTech & Education: 3+ years as Russian Linguist for global e-learning giants (Busuu). Expert in US School District programs (IEP/ELL) and UK Child Protection evaluations for family court proceedings.
Medicine & Public Health: Specialized in clinical trials, palliative care, biochemistry, and HIV/AIDS research documentation.
Media & Creative: Transcreation for The Daily Telegraph, Press Association (Netherlands), and documentary film festivals. Localization of content for Coca-Cola, Motorola, and Haarslev.
Publishing: Translated several books, including "A Practical Guide to Implementing Lean" and works on semantics (John Sowa).
Industrial Engineering: Professional translation of technical manuals and state standards (GOST) for high-voltage equipment and industrial systems.
Marketing & PR Manager
05.2005 - 09.2005 |ALS Group (Animation Studio)
International Business Development, CRM, Technical Writing, Industry Forums (CGTalk, GarageGames).
Managed international market expansion and cold outreach. Established strategic partnerships with subcontractors in India. Drafted and edited press releases and technical articles in English.
Office Administrator & Liaison
09.2004 - 03.2005 |Aktel.ru (Joint Representative Office of Adtron Corp. (USA) & Actel (UK))
International Corporate Communications (USA/UK), Technical & Business Translation, Vendor Management, HR Screening.
Acted as the key point of contact for the US and UK headquarters, managing all high-level corporate correspondence. Provided professional verbal and written English-Russian translation for executive leadership. Oversaw full-cycle office operations, managed international supplier contracts, and assisted in recruitment for specialized roles.
Project Manager (Business Demographics)
05.2004 - 09.2004 |Delovoy Peterburg (Newspaper)
Web Moderation, SEO, Content Localization, High-level Correspondence.
Managed and moderated international web platforms. Curated and translated content for multilingual audiences. Conducted outreach and correspondence with European political and business figures.
Campaign Specialist (Remote)
05.2004 - 07.2004 |Universal Engine
Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Global Ad Platforms.
Managed and registered advertising campaigns across premium global search engines.
Technical Translator
02.1999 - 05.1999 |LOMO (Leningrad Optical Mechanical Association)
Technical Documentation, Blueprints, International Business Correspondence.
Translated complex technical specifications and international business letters for the foreign trade department.
Leading Specialist (Advanced Technologies Dept.)
07.1999 - 05.2000 |ORT (Channel One Russia)
Market Research, Data Mining, Technical Translation.
Conducted international market research for the technical development service. Handled professional translation and technical documentation management.
Sales Manager & Liaison
09.1997 - 12.1998 |Safetech
Contract Negotiation, Marketing Transcreation, Technical Specifications.
Negotiated with foreign suppliers and managed ongoing communication. Translated marketing materials and technical data for protective glass products.
English Teacher
02.1993 - 12.1994 |Secondary School №90 Saint Petersburg
ESL Instruction, Curriculum Planning
Taught English as a second language to students.
Lecturer
09.1992 - 02.1993 |ITMO University (Foreign Languages Department)
Academic English, ESP (English for Specific Purposes).
Taught specialized English for technical and academic purposes.
