Iris Saeed
@irissaeed
Professional English to Arabic translator with three years of experience in delivering accurate and sensitive translations across various domains.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced English–Arabic translator who is passionate about connecting cultures through precise and culturally appropriate language transfer. I ensure translation accuracy and clarity across diverse document types and subject areas.
I hold a professional diploma in legal and UN translation from The American University in Cairo and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Mansoura University. I completed a Ground Work Certificate in Written Translation with distinction, studying Arabic grammar, editing, lexicography, terminology, contrastive analysis, and research tools for translation.
I am detail-oriented, organized, and dependable, consistently meeting project schedules and high-quality standards. I am very good at using MateCat and translate multiple documents per day across different translation areas.
I bring advanced English skills and native Arabic proficiency, combining technical training and hands-on experience to deliver translations that respect both meaning and cultural nuance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
English–Arabic Translator
Self Employed
Professional English–Arabic translator delivering accurate, culturally appropriate translations across legal and general domains; consistently meets project schedules and quality standards. Skilled in managing multiple documents per day and ensuring clarity and terminology consistency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The American University in Cairo
Professional Diploma in Legal and UN Translation, Translation / Applied Linguistics
2007 - 2010
Activities and societies: Ground Work Certificate in Written Translation with distinction; coursework in Arabic grammar, Arabic editing skills, lexicography and terminology, seminar on contrastive analysis, and research tools for translation.
Completed a professional diploma program in legal and UN translation with a groundwork certificate in written translation covering Arabic grammar, editing, lexicography, terminology, contrastive analysis, and research tools.
Mansoura University
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
Grade: Good
Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a focus in Accounting, awarded with a general grade of Good.
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Software and tools used professionally
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