Sedric M.

Key Skills

Software

Other

Top Subject Matter

Software and games localization (IsiZulu, Xhosa)

Interpretation/real-time language services (spoken communication)

Language translation

Top Data Types

Text

Audio

Top Task Types

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Freelancer Overview

Software Translator and Localizer (team translation/localization work). Brings 17+ years of professional experience across complex professional workflows, research, and quality-focused execution. Core strengths include Other. Education includes Bachelor of Arts, University of Johannesburg (2010). AI-training focus includes data types such as Text and Audio and labeling workflows including Translation, Localization, and Transcription.

Labeling Experience

Freelance Translator / Language Practitioner

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Performed freelance language practitioner work including translation, telephone interpretation, proofreading, and editing for various companies. Produced localized text into local languages (including isiXhosa and isiZulu) for global organizations. Applied language quality checks such as proofreading and editing for hybrid work deliverables. • Translated and localized language content • Conducted telephone interpretation as needed • Proofread and edited translated materials • Supported multilingual requests for global clients

2011 - Present

Language Lead (Online Reviewer / QA specialist)

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Served as an online reviewer for the Zulu language team as part of a quality assurance workflow. Reviewed and checked tasks for linguistic quality before handoff to clients to ensure language assurance standards. Coordinated with linguists and project managers and acted as Lead External Reviewer for isiZulu. • Reviewed Zulu team tasks for quality before client delivery • Liaised with linguists and project managers for QA • Acted as Lead External Reviewer for isiZulu • Performed quality assurance for language-related tasks

2016 - 2023

Interpreter (telephone interpretation for clients)

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Delivered telephone interpretation services for multiple clients on a freelance/contract basis through Afrolingo. Interpreted spoken language during client calls, including travel to venues as required. Supported accurate real-time communication between clients and speakers. • Provided spoken language interpretation over the phone • Managed client assignments based on availability • Traveled to venues to perform interpretation when needed • Adapted interpretations to different client contexts

2013 - 2019

Software Translator and Localizer (team translation/localization work)

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Provided software localization and translation from English into isiZulu and Xhosa for a computer software company. Worked as part of a translation team focused on language adaptation of software and games. Ensured linguistic quality across localized content intended for end users. • Translated software and game text • Localized user-facing language (isiZulu, Xhosa) • Collaborated with a team delivering multilingual releases • Maintained language consistency during localization

2010 - 2011

Education

Work History