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Else Nilsson

@elsenilsson

Language Technology Specialist at Taalcentrum-VU who implemented Phrase TMS and transformed workflows into an AI-driven language platform.

Netherlands
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At Taalcentrum-VU, I spearheaded the transformation from a traditional Language Service Provider to an AI-driven Language Intelligence platform. I re-architected workflows around generative AI and neural machine translation.

I evaluated and implemented Phrase TMS, built language technology infrastructure, and automated data pipelines connecting content platforms to translation management systems. I also trained project managers, linguists, and internal teams, and provided hands-on software support.

At Jamf, I directed German and Dutch localization across product documentation, marketing campaigns, software UI, product videos, and subtitles. I authored a LangOps proof of concept and evaluated cloud TMS solutions; earlier, I worked as a freelance translator and language lead specializing in software and IT localization, digital marketing, app UI, SEO, and LQA auditing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

TA
Current

Language Technology Specialist

Taalcentrum-VU

Dec 2025 - Present (10 months)

Spearheaded the transformation from a traditional LSP to an AI-driven Language Intelligence platform, implementing Phrase TMS and integrating generative AI and neural MT workflows. Trained project managers and provided technical software support across the organization.

AT

Coordinator Translation Projects & Trainings

Alpha Talen

Jan 2012 - Dec 2014 (2 years 11 months)

Coordinated translation projects and training initiatives.

EW

Project Manager

Esperanto WBT

Jan 2002 - Dec 2008 (6 years 11 months)

Managed projects at Esperanto WBT.

BG

Project Coordinator

Berlitz GlobalNET

Jan 2000 - Dec 2002 (2 years 11 months)

Coordinated projects at Berlitz GlobalNET.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

US

University of Strasbourg

Master's Degree, Technical Communication & Localization

2023 - 2024

Master's degree in Technical Communication & Localization, with a thesis on 'The Shift Left Approach in Software Localization'.

UA

University of Amsterdam

Propedeuse, Scandinavian Languages & Cultures

2009 - 2011

Propedeuse in Scandinavian Languages & Cultures.

HW

Hogeschool West-Nederland

Bachelor's Degree, Translation Studies

1999 - 2002

Bachelor's degree in Translation Studies (DE/NL).

UG

University of Groningen

Master's Degree, International Relations & Organization

1993 - 1997

Master's degree in International Relations & Organization.

TE

Tekom

Certified Technical Communicator, Technical Communication

Certified Technical Communicator certification.

TR

TranslaStars

Master in AI & Innovation for Localization, AI & Innovation for Localization

Advanced professional training in AI & Innovation for Localization.

TR

TranslaStars

Multilingual AI & Prompt Engineering, Multilingual AI & Prompt Engineering

Advanced professional training in Multilingual AI & Prompt Engineering.

TR

TranslaStars

Empowering LangOps with AI & NLP, LangOps with AI & NLP

Advanced professional training in Empowering LangOps with AI & NLP.

TR

TranslaStars

Localization Management, Localization Management

Advanced professional training in Localization Management.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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