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Damla Kaleş

@damlakales

Senior lec at Izmir University of Economics teaching translation technology and interpreting, with research on virtual worlds in interpreter training.

Turkey

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What I'm looking for

I aim to leverage my academic expertise and leadership in higher education teaching roles.

At Izmir University of Economics, I teach applied English translation and interpreting, including courses in translation technology and subtitling. I also supervise student projects and internships in translation and localization.

My research and publications include virtual worlds in interpreter training and plagiarism in translation. I contributed to the project Interpreting and Interpreting Training in Virtual Worlds, associated with Izmir University of Economics.

Alongside my academic work, I work on data quality, annotation, and localization across contract and AI roles. I use CAT and localization tools and hold a Machine Translation Post-editing Certification from RWS Group.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Translation Quality Reviewer

Current

Acolad

Jan 2026 - Present (9 months)

Reviews translation quality, ensuring accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation. Applies critical reading and analytical thinking to maintain high-quality standards.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Data Quality Annotator

Current

Turing

Jan 2026 - Present (9 months)

Performs data quality annotation tasks with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

Current

Data Quality Controller

Current

Centific

Jan 2026 - Present (9 months)

Oversees data quality control processes, ensuring accuracy and precision in data annotation and language analysis. Applies analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to maintain high-quality standards.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

Current

Senior Transcriptionist

Current

Argos Multilingual

Jan 2026 - Present (9 months)

Provides senior transcription services, ensuring accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation. Applies critical reading and analytical thinking to deliver high-quality transcription.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Data Quality Annotator

Current

iMerit

Jan 2026 - Present (9 months)

Performs data quality annotation tasks with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Data Trainer

Current

Micro1.ai

Dec 2025 - Present (10 months)

Trains data models with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Data Trainer

Current

Perle Ai

Dec 2025 - Present (10 months)

Trains data models with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Data Trainer

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SME Careers (SuperAnnotate)

Nov 2025 - Present (11 months)

Trains data models with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Localization Expert

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iMerit Technology

May 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Provides localization expertise with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Localization Expert

Current

Acolad, Scaled AI UBER

May 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Provides localization expertise with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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AI Tutor

Current

Mindy Support

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Provides AI tutoring with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

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Data Annotator

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Alignerr

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Performs data annotation tasks with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation, adhering to guidelines.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment Guideline Adherence

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AI Tutor

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Mindrift

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Provides AI tutoring with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment

Current

AI Tutor

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Micro1Ai

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Provides AI tutoring with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation, adhering to guidelines.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment Guideline Adherence

Current

Data Annotator

Current

Appen

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 9 months)

Performs data annotation tasks with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation, adhering to guidelines.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment Guideline Adherence

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Senior Lecturer / Academician

Current

Izmir University of Economics

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 9 months)

Delivers undergraduate courses in applied English translation and interpreting with a focus on translation technology, theory, and practice. Designs and implements curriculum aligned with industry standards and academic research.

Current

Online Search Analyst

Current

TelusDigital

Jan 2014 - Present (12 years 9 months)

Performs online search analysis with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation, adhering to guidelines.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Quality Assessment Guideline Adherence

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Online Education Consultant

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TelusDigital

Jan 2012 - Present (14 years 9 months)

Provides online education consulting with attention to detail and critical reading. Ensures accuracy and precision in language analysis and data annotation, including game localization.

Attention To Detail Critical Reading Linguistic Analysis Data Annotation Accuracy And Precision Computer Literacy Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Game Localization Quality Assessment

Research Assistant / Faculty Member

Izmir University of Economics

Jul 2013 - Sep 2022 (9 years 2 months)

Assisted in the design and delivery of translation and interpreting courses, ensuring high academic standards. Conducted academic research and supported faculty in publications and project development.

English Teacher

Aydın Süleyman Demirel Anatolian High School

Jan 2012 - Jun 2012 (5 months)

Delivered English language instruction to high school students, focusing on grammar, vocabulary, reading, and speaking skills. Developed and implemented lesson plans to support communicative language learning and student engagement.

Foreign Language Teaching Class Communication Lesson Planning Critical Reading and Writing Learner Engagement Assessment Design

Ground Service PSA

Air Serv

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010 (1 year 11 months)

Provided passenger service assistance, ensuring smooth and efficient ground operations at a major international airport. Supported dispatch and ground coordination activities, including passenger boarding, cart driving, and baggage handling.

Communication Skills Ground Service Operations Dispatch Coordination Passenger Assistance Cart Driving Translation and Interpretation Human Relations Customer Service

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Istanbul University

PhD, Translation Studies

2015 -

Grade: 3.38/4.0

Activities and societies: BIDEB PhD Scholarship Program Grant No:2211

Pursuing a PhD in Translation Studies with a GPA of 3.38/4.0, supported by a BIDEB PhD Graduate Scholarship from the Scientific and Technological Council of Turkey.

Hacettepe University

Master of Arts, Translation Studies

2012 - 2015

Grade: 3.50/4.0

Activities and societies: BIDEB Master's Degree Scholarship Program Grant No:2211

Completed a Master of Arts in Translation Studies with a GPA of 3.50/4.0, funded by a BIDEB Master's Degree Scholarship.

Adnan Menderes University

Language Teaching as Second Language Certification, Language Teaching

2011 - 2012

Grade: 3.90/4.0

Activities and societies: First Rank

Earned a Language Teaching as Second Language Certification with a GPA of 3.90/4.0, ranking first in the program.

Okan University

Bachelor of Arts, Translation Studies

2007 - 2011

Grade: 3.85/4.0

Activities and societies: Okan University High Honor Award, Department Top Student, Honor Bursary, Rank in Turkey Scholarship

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Translation Studies with a GPA of 3.85/4.0, receiving the Okan University High Honor Award and ranking top in the department.