Isaac Abraham
@isaacabraham2
Top-rated language specialist delivering culturally accurate Tigrinya, Amharic, and English localization.
What I'm looking for
I am a high-impact linguistic expert with a proven record of 100+ successful projects for international stakeholders, specializing in legal, business, and educational localization.
As a Top-Rated Plus freelancer on Upwork, I deliver translation, interpretation, proofreading, and voice-over services with 100% cultural accuracy and consistent quality for high-value, complex communication projects.
I have volunteered as an interpreter supporting refugees and displaced individuals, and served as a consultant and final quality reviewer for language lessons, demonstrating commitment to ethical, accessible language services.
I currently work as a Tigrinya translator and QA specialist for educational content and maintain professional development through membership in the American Translators Association.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Tigrinya Translator
ILT Education Sweden
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Translated and QAed educational content into Tigrinya, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and cultural relevance for learner materials.
Delivered 100+ translation, proofreading, interpretation, and voice-over projects in Tigrinya, Amharic, and English for international clients, achieving Top-Rated Plus recognition for consistent high-quality, culturally accurate delivery.
Volunteer Interpreter
Tarjimly
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Provided pro bono Tigrinya and Amharic interpretation and translation to refugees and displaced individuals, improving access to essential services and earning a Skilled Translator Badge.
Language Specialist
African Language House
Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 (5 years)
Served as consultant and final quality reviewer for Tigrinya language lessons, ensuring curriculum integrity and learner-friendly instructional materials.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
American Translators Association
Member, Translation / Professional Membership
2026 - 2026
Professional membership in the American Translators Association focused on translation standards and professional development.
Satereb Art School
Certificate, Literature and Arts
2019 - 2019
Completed a Certificate in Literature and Arts with coursework focused on literature and arts practice.
Adi-Keih College of Arts and Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts, Tigrinya Language
2015 - 2019
Bachelor of Arts in Tigrinya Language with training in linguistics, translation, and language instruction.
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