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IBRAHIM SALISU IDRIS
Hausa Language Professional | Translator | transcriptionist| Proofreader | Project Management Expert
Kano Nigeria,Kano
Summary
A dedicated and experienced Hausa language professional with over five years of expertise in translation, proofreading, transcription, and project management. Proficient in Hausa-English and English-Hausa translation, general transcription, creative writing, and communication. Possessing certifications and memberships in relevant associations, seeking a challenging role to showcase my skills and contribute to an organization's success.
Overview
7
7
8
8
years of post-secondary education
45
45
Successful translationion and transcription in 7 months
35
35
Satified clients in the last year
5
5
Professional certification
6
6
Years of experience in translating business document
6
6
Years of experience in subtitling film and TV show
Work History
Hausa Translator
Localizehau
01.2020 - Current
- Translated legal documents, books, website content, news articles, and drug datasheets
- Maintained strict confidentiality policies and received positive feedback for efficiency and accuracy Hausa-English translation
Research assistant
Amsterdam, Holland
01.2023 - Current
- Translated books and novels
- Trained junior translators and ensured proper grammar and accuracy in translations
Transcriptionist
LingualInc
Kano, Kano
01.2017 - Current
Legal Transcriptionist
Beta Legal
San Antonio, TX
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided transcription services for various industries
- Analyzed workflow and prioritized work to meet turnaround time
- Interfaced with transcription service vendors
San Antonio, TX
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Researched legal issues and transcribed court proceedings for attorneys
- Managed transcription of depositions, sworn statements, and hearings
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Language Interpretation and Translation
Bayero University Kano
Kano Nigeria 2014 - 2018
N.C.E - Hausa
SA'ADATU RIMI COLLAGE OF EDUCATION
Kano, State. 2012.02 - 2015.03
Skills
Hausa-English and English-Hausa translation
General transcription
Editing and proofreading
Typing speed of 70 WPM
Proficient in Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Office
Fluent in English and Hausa
Excellent communication
Cultural awareness and intelligence
Time management and multitasking
Audio data collection
Accomplishments
Earn "Translator of the Year" award from Hausa and English language translation in 2020
Languages
Hausa ( Native)
English ( Native proficiency)
Certification
General Transcription Certification from Transcription Certification Institute (TCI)
Legal Transcription Certificate Program from Meditech
Jobberman Soft Skill Certificate
Nigerian Association of Translators and Interpreters Association membership certificate
Translator without Borders Certificate
Software
MemoQ
Wordfast
Loft 20
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsWork from home optionPersonal development programsQuote
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
Timeline
Research assistant
01.2023 - Current
Hausa Translator
Localizehau
01.2020 - Current
Legal Transcriptionist
Beta Legal
01.2019 - 01.2021
01.2018 - 01.2019
Transcriptionist
LingualInc
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Language Interpretation and Translation
Bayero University Kano
2014 - 2018
N.C.E - Hausa
SA'ADATU RIMI COLLAGE OF EDUCATION
2012.02 - 2015.03
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