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Elena Simona Craciun

@elenasimonacraciun

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Senior Translator and Photographer with extensive localization experience.

Romania

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that combines my translation expertise with creative opportunities in photography.

I am a dedicated Senior Translator and Reviewer with over 14 years of experience in translation and localization, specializing in IT-related materials for leading global companies. As the owner of QUANTUMLAND RAINBOW SRL, I actively translate and review content for major clients like Microsoft and Intel, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet stringent industry standards.

In addition to my translation expertise, I am a passionate photographer, capturing moments through couple and wedding photography. My artistic journey has been enriched by various workshops and collaborations, allowing me to blend my linguistic skills with my creative pursuits. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my multilingual capabilities and artistic vision to contribute to impactful projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Translator and Reviewer

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QUANTUMLAND RAINBOW SRL

Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Responsible for translating and reviewing content for major clients including Microsoft and Intel. Over 14 years of translation experience, specializing in software and EU institutions.

Translation Review Localization Content Technical Documentation

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Freelancer Translator and Photographer

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Self-employed

Aug 2016 - Present (9 years 3 months)

Engaged in translating IT-related materials and providing photography services including couple and wedding photography. Involved in localization processes for global IT companies.

Translation Photography Localization IT Review

Current

Sworn Translator & Interpreter

Current

SCAvob SRL

Aug 2006 - Present (19 years 3 months)

Provided sworn translations and interpretations, specializing in technical and legal documents. Collaborated with various translation companies.

Legal Documentation Technical Translation Proofreading Translation

Localization Team Lead and Translation Coordinator

Embarcadero Technologies

Sep 2014 - Aug 2016 (1 year 11 months)

Led the localization team, defined processes for external translators, and coordinated multilingual teams. Responsible for training and monitoring project workflows.

Team Leadership Localization Project Management Training

Localization Linguist and Translator

Embarcadero Technologies

Jul 2007 - Dec 2012 (5 years 5 months)

Translated technical documentation and software help files. Involved in internal reviews and collaborated with QA teams for translation validation.

Translation Technical Documentation QA Review

Translator for EU Institutions

SCAvob SRL

Oct 2006 - Dec 2012 (6 years 2 months)

Translated various EU documents from English and French into Romanian. Specialized in legal and technical translations for EU agencies.

Translation Technical Translation Proofreading

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Al.I.Cuza University

Master's Degree, Translation Studies

2006 - 2008

Master’s Degree in Translation Studies and Interpreting, covering terminology, translation studies, and specialized translation skills including legal and technical translation.

Al.I.Cuza University

Licence Degree, Language and Literature

2002 - 2006

Licence Degree in French and English Language and Literature, focusing on translation, linguistics, and cultural studies, with an Erasmus-Socrates scholarship in Belgium.