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Arzu Ozerdem

@arzuozerdem

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Experienced translator and brand manager with a focus on AI training.

Turkey

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my translation and brand management skills in a dynamic environment, with a focus on innovation and growth.

I am a dedicated professional with extensive experience in translation, localization, and brand management. Currently, I work as a Data Annotator and AI Trainer, where I contribute to the development of AI technologies through precise data annotation and training. My background includes consulting for major companies like Uber Technologies, where I provide translation and localization services, ensuring that content is culturally relevant and accurately conveys the intended message.

Previously, I held significant roles in brand management, including as Brand Director at Coşkun Hazır Giyim A.Ş. and Business Manager at Claire’s Accessories. In these positions, I successfully developed and executed marketing strategies that enhanced brand visibility and drove sales growth. My ability to manage cross-functional teams and oversee complex projects has been instrumental in achieving business objectives and expanding market presence.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and proficiency in multiple languages, I bring a unique blend of analytical and creative skills to my work. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise in both translation and brand strategy to contribute to innovative projects that make a difference.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Independent Consultant

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Uber Technologies Inc.

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Currently working as an Independent Consultant. Responsible for translation, localization, proofreading, and AI training.

Translation Localization Proofreading AI Training Consulting

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Translator, Data Annotator

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Centific Global Solutions Inc.

Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Currently working as a Translator and Data Annotator. Responsible for translation, localization, proofreading, and LLM Evaluation.

Translation Localization Proofreading Data Annotation

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Data Annotator, AI Trainer

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Data Annotation Tech.

Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)

Currently working as a Data Annotator and AI Trainer. Responsible for AI training.

AI Training Data Annotation Machine Learning Natural Language Processing Data Analysis

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Freelance Translator, Proofreader, AI Trainer, Content Writer

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Freelance

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)

Currently working as a Freelance Translator, Proofreader, AI Trainer, and Content Writer. Responsible for English-Turkish language pair translation, transcreation, localization, LLM fine-tuning evaluation and annotation, and prompt and response authoring.

Translation Proofreading AI Training Content Writing Localization Transcreation Prompt Engineering

Translator

Link Translation

Jun 2024 - Nov 2024 (5 months)

Worked as a Translator, responsible for translation, proofreading, and quality assurance.

Translation Proofreading Quality Assurance Localization Language Services

Brand Manager, Laura Ashley and Mothercare

Demsa İç ve Dış Ticaret A.Ş.

Jun 2001 - Nov 2005 (4 years 5 months)

Set yearly Business Plans and managed product and pricing strategies for Laura Ashley and Mothercare. Oversaw promotional strategies and achieved a local manufacturing license for Laura Ashley furniture, exporting to the Middle East.

Brand Management Business Planning Product Strategy Pricing Strategy International Trade Manufacturing License

Brand Director, Süvari

Coşkun Hazır Giyim A.Ş.

May 2012 - Dec 2014 (2 years 7 months)

Managed the Brand Positioning process and global Marketing strategy for Süvari. Oversaw global sales campaigns, advertising, PR, CRM, and social media activities.

Brand Management Marketing Strategy PR CRM Social Media Management Business Development

Center Manager

Prime Mall Shopping Center

Apr 2009 - Feb 2012 (2 years 10 months)

Managed the pre-opening and opening of the company's first shopping mall project. Launched CRM and Customer Loyalty Card systems, and managed operations, technical, leasing, and marketing teams.

CRM Operations Management Marketing Strategy Team Leadership

Business Manager, Claire’s Accessories

Shaya Mağazacılık A.Ş.

Nov 2005 - Feb 2009 (3 years 3 months)

Held full P&L responsibility for the Business Unit, developing strategic and operational propositions. Managed product, pricing, location, promotional, recruitment, and operations strategies for Claire's Accessories.

Business Management P&L management Strategic Planning Product Strategy Pricing Strategy Retail Operations Recruitment

Merchandising Manager

Transtürk Holding, Intersport A.Ş.

May 2000 - Jun 2001 (1 year 1 month)

Participated in franchise agreement negotiations with Intersport Int. Co. Managed budgeting, planning, buying, inventory control, pricing, and promotions.

Merchandising Budgeting Pricing Price Promotions Franchise Management Negotiation

Product Manager, Sport&Sport Retail Chain

Cankurtaran Holding, Esem Spor Giyim A.Ş.

Jan 1996 - May 2000 (4 years 4 months)

Managed budgeting, planning, buying, inventory control, pricing, and promotions for the Sport&Sport Retail Chain. Maintained vendor relations and tracked product deliveries.

Product Management Budgeting Pricing Price Promotions Vendor Relations Supply Chain Management