Elma Lida Tiara
@elmalidatiara
Trilingual Japanese–Indonesian–English interpreter, translator, I interpret and translate Japanese, Indonesian, and English for cross-border business.
What I'm looking for
Bridging Japan and Indonesia through language, one conversation at a time. Trilingual (Japanese, Indonesian, English) interpreter and translator with JLPT N2 certification and 5+ years turning cross-cultural communication into smooth business outcomes — from boardroom interpretation to candidate screening for Japanese employers. Currently coordinating Japanese audio transcription and QA at Chemin AI, helping shape the language data behind AI systems. Always drawn to work where linguistic precision actually matters — recruitment, translation, or training data.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Interpreter
Independent
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Delivered simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for corporate interviews, recruitment sessions, and business meetings. Maintained accuracy and cultural sensitivity across contexts.
Freelance Translator
Independent
Sep 2020 - Present (5 years 11 months)
Translated professional documents including resumes, contracts, and business correspondence. Specialized in career documentation for Japan-bound Indonesian professionals.
Project Associate
Chemin AI
Apr 2026 - Jul 2026 (3 months)
Oversaw Japanese audio transcription projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Served as communication bridge between project manager and annotators, and performed hands-on transcription.
Planning & Operations Coordinator
Japan Private Tour Co., Ltd.
Dec 2025 - Apr 2026 (4 months)
Designed customized travel itineraries for Japanese-speaking clients and served as primary point of contact via WhatsApp. Coordinated with vendors and managed reservations to ensure seamless tour experiences.
Japanese Language Coordinator & Interpreter
LPK EJC Indonesia
Oct 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 2 months)
Conducted Japanese language assessments and candidate screening for interviews with Japanese companies. Delivered training in Japanese language and workplace communication, and managed B2B outreach to Kumiai organizations.
Career Advisor & Bilingual Headhunter
WorComm Inc.
Dec 2023 - Feb 2024 (2 months)
Sourced and matched Japanese-speaking candidates with English-language roles at Japanese companies. Conducted career consultations and interview coaching, and managed recruitment processes.
Interpreter / Translator / Personal Assistant
PT. Lintas Karya Internasional
Dec 2021 - Feb 2024 (2 years 2 months)
Interpreted and translated for business meetings, recruitment processes, and company visits. Coordinated schedules and administrative support for senior management.
Part-Time Japanese Language Teacher
Malang International School
Jul 2018 - Aug 2018 (1 month)
Taught beginner-level Japanese (JLPT N5) with focus on grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context.
Education
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Brawijaya University
Bachelor of Arts, Japanese Literature
Grade: 3.84 / 4.00
Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Literature, achieving a GPA of 3.84 out of 4.00.
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