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Jonathan Barchana

@jonathanbarchana

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Strategic copywriter helping purpose-led organizations inspire action.

Belgium

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What I'm looking for

I am open to full-time, part-time, or contract-based work with organizations that are committed to making a difference.

With over a decade of experience in strategic copywriting, I specialize in crafting compelling narratives for purpose-led organizations. My journey has taken me through various roles, where I've developed brand voice guidelines and messaging frameworks that resonate with audiences. I am passionate about helping organizations articulate their vision and inspire action through the power of words.

Throughout my career, I have worked with big companies and global tech firms, leading client meetings and training linguists to enhance translation efficiency. My freelance work has allowed me to collaborate with diverse clients, ensuring that their content is not only engaging but also accessible to a wider audience. I believe in the transformative power of storytelling and strive to create content that drives meaningful change.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Copywriter

Current

Freelance

Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)

I write strategic content for purpose-led organizations, develop brand voice guidelines, and create messaging frameworks that drive audience engagement.

Messaging Frameworks Content Strategy

Transcreation Specialist

Freelance

Dec 2014 - Jan 2025 (10 years 1 month)

Translated marketing and UX copy, managed translation memory tools, and applied client-specific writing guidelines.

UX Copy Translation Memories Client Management

Subtitling Specialist & QC

Deluxe Media

May 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 8 months)

Translated content for streaming platforms, built terminology databases, and enforced quality standards for subtitle deliverables.

Subtitle Translation Quality Streaming

Subtitle Translator

TVT Media

Jun 2018 - Oct 2020 (2 years 4 months)

Translated subtitles for streaming services, collaborated on terminology decisions, and performed quality control reviews.

Subtitle Translation Streaming Terminology Collaboration Quality Control Content Review

Content Adaptation Translator

ProTranslating

Oct 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 2 months)

Localized product descriptions and website content for retail clients.

Localization Product Descriptions Content Retail Translation

Lead Linguist

Tomedes

Dec 2014 - Jan 2025 (10 years 1 month)

Translated and created marketing content for businesses and governments, created style guides, and led quality control.

Style Guide Quality Control Translation

Lead Linguist

BLEND Localization

Apr 2014 - Jan 2025 (10 years 9 months)

Led client meetings, wrote style guides, trained linguists, and used AI tools to improve translation efficiency for global tech companies.

Client Meetings Style Guide AI Tools

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The Sam Spiegel Film & Television School

Bachelor of Arts, Screenwriting

2007 - 2010

Studied screenwriting with a focus on developing compelling narratives and storytelling techniques. Gained practical experience in writing and editing scripts for various media formats.