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Oleksandr Shastal

@oleksandrshastal

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Experienced freelance translator specializing in English–Ukrainian–Russian localization and multimedia subtitling.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek translation and localization roles valuing accuracy, cultural sensitivity, tight-deadline delivery, and opportunities to work on multimedia or AI training content.

I am an experienced freelance translator specializing in written translation and localization between English, Ukrainian, and Russian, with extensive work in multimedia transcription, subtitling with precise timecodes, and cultural annotation for online and AI training content. I deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines, leveraging Phrase TMS for terminology management and maintaining strict confidentiality and client-focused communication.

My background includes long-term freelance translation for digital platforms, regional representation and negotiation experience in business contexts, and early-career work in medical translation, interpretation, and teaching. I am available for urgent assignments and bring meticulous attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and proven project management skills to every engagement.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Freelance Translator

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Clear Voice

Nov 2024 - Present (11 months)

Provide English–Ukrainian–Russian translation, transcription, and subtitling services using Phrase TMS to deliver accurate localized content for digital platforms under tight deadlines.

Translation Transcription Phrase TMS Localization Cultural Adaptation Quality Assurance

Freelance Translator

Self-Employed

Feb 2021 - Apr 2024 (3 years 2 months)

Translated and localized multimedia and AI-related content (YouTube videos, subtitles) between English, Ukrainian, and Russian, providing transcription, annotation, and culturally sensitive adaptations.

Localization Transcription Annotations

Regional Representative

CIT Coin Invest AG

Feb 2014 - Jan 2022 (7 years 11 months)

Represented CIT Coin Invest AG in Ukraine, negotiating contracts with banks and expanding sales channels for commemorative coins while maintaining brand standards and client relationships.

Negotiation Business Development Client Relations Sales Partnerships Cross Cultural Communication Contract Management Market Expansion

Translator & English Teacher

Dialog-Kyiv

Jan 1990 - Dec 2000 (10 years 11 months)

Delivered written and consecutive/simultaneous interpretation for government and corporate clients, translated election-related materials, and taught adult English courses.

Simultaneous Interpretation consecutive interpretation Translation Teaching Curriculum Development

Medical Translator

Freelance

Jan 1995 - Dec 1996 (1 year 11 months)

Provided English-to-Russian translations of expert medical reports for the Pharmaceutical Committee of Ukraine, supporting licensing documentation for pharmaceuticals.

Medical Translation Attention To Detail