Shivani Kohli
@shivanikohli
Experienced language expert with a strong background in translation.
What I'm looking for
I am Dr. Shivani Kohli, a dedicated language expert with over 17 years of experience in translation, language expertise, teaching, and editing. My journey has been enriched by my academic pursuits, culminating in a Ph.D. in Translation from IGNOU. I have successfully translated and edited numerous books, including significant works for the National Book Trust and various publishers, showcasing my proficiency in both Hindi and English.
Currently, I serve as a Language Expert at Prutor.ai, where I contribute to projects under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. My previous roles include working with BYJU's and the India Tourism Development Corporation, where I honed my skills in translation and editing. I am passionate about promoting language and culture through my work and have been involved in various initiatives, including writing a helpline song for the Government of Haryana.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Language Expert - Hindi & Punjabi
Prutor.ai, IIT Kanpur Outreach Centre
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Currently serving as a Language Expert for Hindi and Punjabi under a Ministry of Education, GoI project. This role involves specialized language expertise for educational initiatives.
Editor/CopyWriter (Hindi)
Times Media
Jan 2014 - Apr 2017 (3 years 3 months)
Worked as an Editor/Copywriter for Hindi content, focusing on advertising and brand promotion activities for their online web cell. This position involved crafting compelling copy and editing various materials.
Assistant Professor, Hindi (Ad hoc)
SGGS College
Worked as an Assistant Professor (Ad hoc) in Hindi, responsible for teaching and academic duties. This role involved delivering lectures and guiding students in Hindi language and literature.
Volunteer
Chandigarh Social Welfare Board
Volunteered for one year, contributing to social welfare initiatives. This experience involved supporting community programs and organizational activities.
Translator
Thomson Reuters
Worked as a Translator, contributing to the translation needs of the company. This role involved translating various documents and materials for a global information services provider.
Associate
BYJU's
Apr 2022 - Aug 2022 (4 months)
Worked as an Associate on a project, which included translating the popular cartoon series "Sesame Street" from English to Hindi. This role involved significant translation and content localization efforts.
Translator
India Tourism Development Corporation Limited
May 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 7 months)
Served as a Translator, responsible for various translation tasks within the organization. This role involved contributing to the communication and outreach efforts of the tourism sector.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
School of Translation Studies and Trainings, IGNOU
Ph.D. in Translation, Translation
Completed a doctoral degree focusing on translation studies. This involved in-depth research and analysis within the field of translation.
School of Translation Studies and Training, IGNOU
M.Phil. in Translation, Translation
Pursued a Master of Philosophy degree with a specialization in translation. This program enhanced expertise in various aspects of translation theory and practice.
Panjab University
Master of Arts, Hindi
Obtained a Master of Arts degree with a focus on Hindi language and literature. The curriculum covered advanced topics in Hindi studies.
Panjab University
Post Graduate Diploma, Mass Communication
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication. This program provided comprehensive knowledge and skills in various facets of mass media.
Panjab University
Diploma in Translation, Translation
Acquired a Diploma in Translation from the Hindi Department. The program focused on practical translation skills and linguistic nuances.
Swami Premanand Mahavidyalaya College
Bachelor of Arts, Arts
Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Swami Premanand Mahavidyalaya College. The curriculum included a broad range of subjects.
All India Early Child Care and Educational Society
Diploma in Child Education and Applied Psychology (NTT), Child Education and Applied Psychology
Completed a Diploma in Child Education and Applied Psychology, specifically the Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) program. This diploma focused on early childhood care and educational methodologies.
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