Hyowon An - Korean Language Lead

Korea, Republic of

Experience

Jan 2010 - Dec 2015

6 years

Korean Language Lead

Translation Agency

Process improvement & quality assurance: Successfully developed and implemented standardized translation processes, including style guides, terminology databases, and quality assurance checks, within the technology, business, and e-commerce sectors, resulting in a 10% reduction in project turnaround times while maintaining consistently high-quality deliverables.
Leadership & team management: Demonstrated strong leadership and management skills by successfully overseeing large-scale translation projects, coordinating the efforts of teams of up to 50 translators and proofreaders across diverse industries, including technology, business, marketing, and e-commerce.
Client relationship management: Successfully built and maintained strong relationships with clients in the technology, business, and e-commerce sectors, acting as the primary point of contact for all translation-related inquiries.

Jan 2009 - Present

17 years 1 month

Freelance Translator

Translation Agency

Full-cycle translation expertise: Demonstrated expertise in managing the entire translation lifecycle, from project briefing and analysis to research, translation, localization, editing, proofreading, quality assurance, and delivery.
Industry versatility: Successfully translated and localized content across a wide range of industries, including IT, software, hardware, engineering, blockchain, cryptocurrency, business, marketing, advertising, e-commerce, healthcare, fitness, beauty, and fashion.
Client-focused approach: Provided high-quality translations while consistently meeting client deadlines and exceeding expectations through proactive communication and a client-centric approach.
Cultural sensitivity and linguistic proficiency: Possesses strong cultural awareness and linguistic expertise, ensuring accurate and culturally appropriate translations that effectively resonate with target audiences.

Summary

Seasoned Korean language professional with 15+ years of experience in translation and localization. Successfully managed and delivered over 10,000 high-quality projects for 500+ clients across diverse industries. Proven expertise in quality assurance, project management, and leveraging translation technologies to achieve client satisfaction.

Skills

Translation And Localization Management: Experience Managing All Stages Of The Translation Process, From Sales And Sourcing To Delivery And Client Feedback.
Linguistic Quality Assurance: Proficient In Identifying And Correcting Errors In Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, And Style.
Cultural Adaptation: Ability To Adapt Content To Meet The Specific Needs Of Different Cultures And Audiences.
Terminology Management: Experience Creating And Maintaining Glossaries And Translation Memories.
Communication And Interpersonal Skills: Strong Communication And Interpersonal Skills, With The Ability To Collaborate Effectively With Team Members, Clients, And Vendors.
Project Management: Experience Managing Multiple Projects Simultaneously And Meeting Deadlines.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity With Translation Technologies And Tools, Such As Cat Tools, Translation Management Systems, And Project Management Software.

Languages

Korean

Advanced

English

Elementary

Education

Oct 2016 - Jun 2018

University of Florida

Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering · Electrical and Computer Engineering · United States · GPA: 3.9/4.0

Oct 2009 - Jun 2015

Gagnneung-Wonju National University

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering · Electrical and Electronic Engineering · Korea, Republic of · GPA: 4.4/4.5 (Graduated Summa Cum Laude)

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