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Naaima Alaoui

@naaimaalaoui

Dedicated English-Arabic translator with 6 years of experience.

Morocco
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my translation skills in a dynamic environment, ideally with a focus on language education or content accessibility.

I am a highly motivated language specialist with over six years of experience in English-Arabic translation and a decade of teaching English as a second language. My multilingual abilities include native proficiency in Arabic, high proficiency in English, and advanced skills in French, alongside a basic understanding of Chinese, which I am currently learning.

Throughout my career, I have worked as a freelance translator for notable organizations such as Project Syndicate and Watching America, where I translated a wide range of topics, enhancing accessibility for English-speaking audiences. My experience has allowed me to consolidate my language skills and develop a strong terminological background across various fields, including finance, politics, and climate change.

In addition to my translation work, I have held various ESL teaching positions that have strengthened my linguistic expertise and cross-cultural awareness. I am proficient with CAT tools like SDL Trados and subtitling software, which further enhances my translation capabilities. I am passionate about continuous learning and adapting to new challenges in the field of translation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Project Syndicate logoPS

English-Arabic Translator

Project Syndicate

Jul 2018 - Mar 2024 (5 years 8 months)

Translated commentaries on a wide range of topics (e.g., finance, politics, economy, society and climate change) from English to Arabic. Built a broad base of general knowledge and terminological background in various fields.

Watching America logoWA

Arabic-English Translator

Watching America

Apr 2021 - May 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Provided Arabic-English translations of articles on current U.S.-related issues. Enhanced content accessibility to English-speaking audiences.

SO

Sworn Translator Trainee

Sworn Translation Office

Feb 2016 - Apr 2016 (2 months)

Translated legal documents between Arabic and English. Gained practical experience in sworn translation processes.

MA

Journalistic Translator Trainee

Maghreb Arab Press Agency

Apr 2012 - May 2012 (1 month)

Provided Arabic-English translations of news dispatches. Developed skills in journalistic translation and rapid content delivery.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KU

King Fahd Advanced School of Translation, Abdelmalek Essââdi University

Master's Degree, Translation

Completed a Master's Degree in Translation, focusing on advanced translation theories and practices. Gained expertise in various translation fields and enhanced linguistic proficiency.

MU

Mohammed V University

Bachelor's Degree, English Literature

Obtained a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature, developing a strong foundation in literary analysis and critical thinking. Enhanced understanding of English language and culture.

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Software and tools used professionally

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