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Cem Soydemir

@cemsoydemir

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Experienced editor and translator with 20+ years in publishing.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my extensive editing and translation skills while collaborating with diverse teams in a dynamic environment.

I am a seasoned editor, translator, and content specialist with over 20 years of experience in the publishing industry. My expertise lies in Turkish-English translation, proofreading, and AI data annotation. I have a proven track record of evaluating and refining AI-generated text, ensuring linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and factual correctness. I thrive in remote work environments, collaborating with global teams, publishers, and academic institutions to enhance content quality and user experience.

Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Senior Editor at Dogu Bati Publishing, where I managed editorial processes and developed publishing strategies. As a freelance translator and editor, I translated over 50 books and numerous academic articles, focusing on literature, philosophy, and art history. My experience also includes translating legal documents for the Constitutional Court of Turkey, where I ensured the accuracy of official publications and legal documentation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Customer Support Specialist

Teleperformance

Aug 2024 - Mar 2025 (7 months)

Provided Turkish-language support for AI-driven customer service solutions, refining AI-generated responses and ensuring high customer satisfaction through effective communication.

Customer Support Troubleshooting Communication Turkish

Senior Editor

Dogu Bati Publishing

Jan 2015 - Jan 2020 (5 years)

Managed editorial processes and developed publishing strategies while collaborating with translators and authors to ensure high-quality academic and literary publications. Edited complex texts in philosophy, sociology, and political science.

Editing Proofreading Turkish English Translation Collaboration

Founder & Editor

Mutfak Radyosu

Jan 2015 - Apr 2019 (4 years 3 months)

Created and managed an online content platform blending food, music, and art, leading content strategy and audience engagement initiatives.

Content Management SEO Storytelling Digital Publishing

Freelance Translator & Editor

Self Employed

Jan 1995 - Jan 2015 (20 years)

Translated over 50 books and numerous academic articles while editing and proofreading texts to enhance clarity and consistency. Partnered with publishing houses and academic institutions for high-quality publications.

Translation Editing Proofreading Literature

Festival Coordinator

Istanbul & Antalya International Sand Sculpture Festivals

Jan 2005 - Aug 2007 (2 years 7 months)

Directed international teams in large-scale cultural events, curating multilingual content and managing event promotion and public engagement.

Event Coordination Team Management Public Engagement

Interpreter & Translator

The Constitutional Court of Turkey

Jul 1992 - May 1998 (5 years 10 months)

Translated legal documents and court decisions for international organizations, managing official publications and legal documentation.

Document Management Proofreading Editing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Middle East Technical University

Bachelor of Science, Sociology

1987 - 1991

Studied Sociology, focusing on social structures, cultural dynamics, and research methodologies. Developed critical thinking and analytical skills through various academic projects and collaborations.