Nurudeen Usman

Translated official documents (marriage licenses, birth certificates, legal records) between English, German, and Dutch. Ensured visual consistency and formatting using desktop publishing (DTP) and delivered on time.

Translated and localized complex human queries with high linguistic precision and contextual accuracy. Applied linguistic analysis to capture nuanced meanings and worked with teams to improve consistency across AI and human translation outputs.

Proofread other translators’ work to confirm correct grammar, spelling, and sentence structure. Communicated with clients to ensure information was delivered quickly and clearly.

Translated German and Dutch marketing and general content into English, ensuring accuracy and cultural sensitivity. Collaborated with marketing agencies to maintain translation context and correctness.

Translated German-to-English legal documents (e.g., contracts, patents, immigration documents, deposition transcripts) while maintaining terminology consistency using translation tools. Collaborated with clients and proofreaders to refine translations to client expectations.

Supported AI training datasets through translation, audio transcription, and speech-to-text work. Performed proofreading and linguistic review, evaluated AI responses, and contributed to data annotation and quality assurance.

Translated multilingual content to support AI training datasets and completed audio transcription/speech-to-text tasks. Conducted proofreading and linguistic review and evaluated AI-generated responses for clarity, accuracy, and compliance with annotation standards.

Localized and reviewed Dutch-language content aligning SEO, UX, and editorial tone with client standards. Adapted healthcare and wellness web reviews for BetterHelp, OnlineTherapy, and OurRitual and delivered work ahead of schedule under NDA.

Completed PowerPoint presentation translation projects using SDL Trados, producing localized content with consistency and accuracy. Followed client instructions and met project deadlines.

Earned a B.A. in German & Translation Studies at Freie Universität Berlin.

Grade: Distinction

Completed high school education in Kaiserslautern, graduating with distinction.

Pursued an M.A. in English Language & Linguistics Studies at UCLA.