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Yi Rao

@yirao

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Experienced Chinese translator specializing in financial and gaming sectors.

China

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values quality translation and offers growth opportunities in localization.

As a dedicated Chinese translator with over a decade of experience, I specialize in financial and gaming sectors, providing high-quality translations that enhance communication and understanding. My current role with KuCoin involves translating product UI and marketing materials from English to Hong Kong Traditional Chinese, where I manage approximately 40,000 words monthly. I have successfully refined terminology databases and corrected significant translation errors, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all my projects.

My partnerships with industry leaders like Meta, WhatsApp, Amazon, and Microsoft have further honed my skills in localization and translation. I have developed a deep expertise in navigating the complexities of terminology differences between regions, particularly in the IT and gaming sectors. With a strong commitment to excellence, I consistently deliver high-quality outputs that meet client satisfaction and project stability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Chinese Translator

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KuCoin

Jul 2024 - Present (10 months)

As the principal external linguist for KuCoin, I translate product UI and marketing materials from English to Hong Kong Traditional Chinese, managing approximately 40,000 words monthly. I enhance translation accuracy, refine terminology databases, and standardize communication quality.

Translation Localization Proofreading Editing Quality Assurance Project Management Communication

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MTPE Specialist

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Decathlon

May 2024 - Present (1 year)

I enhance subtitle translations for Decathlon's internal training videos, ensuring high-quality outputs in both Simplified and Traditional Chinese. I manage tight deadlines and have developed an offline TM system to improve quality.

Subtitle Translation Quality Assurance Time Management Editing Communication Project Management Problem Solving Localization

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LQS Translator

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Meta and WhatsApp

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)

I partner with Meta and WhatsApp, dedicating 70-80 hours monthly to refine translations for various projects. My role includes identifying translation errors and suggesting improvements while ensuring compliance and product safety.

Translation Localization Quality Control Editing Communication Project Management Problem Solving

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Translator

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Amazon Web Services and Microsoft

Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Since 2019, I have collaborated with Amazon and Microsoft, specializing in high-accuracy translations within the IT sector. I have translated nearly 2 million words for Amazon and several hundred thousand for Microsoft, navigating complex terminology differences.

Translation Quality Assurance Project Management Communication Localization Editing Research Problem Solving

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Gaming Translator

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Various Agencies

With over a decade of experience, I specialize in gaming translations, having worked on tens of millions of words across numerous titles. My portfolio includes major games like Minecraft and Age of Empires, providing expert translation services.