Zeynep Bektas
@zeynepbektas
I am a freelance translator and interpreter focused on social sciences.
What I'm looking for
I am a freelance translator and interpreter with a passion for the social sciences and a commitment to making complex ideas accessible through clear, culturally aware language.
I have translated and subtitled television series, theses in social sciences, and scientific videos, always prioritizing linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance to support research dissemination and viewer comprehension.
I have also worked as a private English tutor for students of all ages, creating supportive, engaging lessons that build confidence, reading comprehension, writing skills and vocabulary through tailored online delivery and classroom techniques.
I hold a bachelor's degree in Linguistics and I am currently pursuing online studies in techniques and methods in psychological science, complemented by certifications in subtitling, sworn translation, TESOL, game localization and UX writing; I bring a client-focused, detail-oriented approach to every project.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Translator & Interpreter
Freelance
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Provide translations and subtitles for television series, academic theses, and scientific videos, ensuring cultural relevance and improving accessibility of research and educational content.
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
Aug 2020 - Jun 2022 (1 year 10 months)
Taught English grammar, reading comprehension, writing, and literary analysis to students of various ages, improving proficiency and learner confidence through individualized instruction.
Education
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University of Padua
Bachelor's Degree in Techniques and Methods in Psychological Science, Techniques and Methods in Psychological Science
2024 -
Pursuing an online Bachelor's degree in Techniques and Methods in Psychological Science at the University of Padua since September 2024.
Dokuz Eylul University
Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics, Linguistics
2018 - 2022
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Linguistics at Dokuz Eylul University from 2018 to 2022.
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