NEIL OBEROI
LaPlace, LA, United States
504 710 4700 / / Skype ID: 5047104700 / LinkedIn profile
OBJECTIVE
A freelance-based position as a Spanish to English literary translator.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
· Thorough
· English is native language
· Type fast and possess relevant computer skills
· Good Spanish reading and English writing skills
· Member of Houston Interpreters and Translators Association (HITA)
RELEVANT SKILLS
TRANSLATION
· Ranked in the top 10% or better on the following relevant Upwork skill tests: Spanish To English Translation Skills Test, UK English Grammar Test, U.S. English Punctuation and Mechanics Test, U.S. Word Usage Test, and English Spelling Test. Please see the "Tests" section at http://bit.ly/2rcwhWQ.
· Portfolio of sample translations
COMPUTER
· Type 55 words per minute
· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Wordfast Anywhere
· Familiar with and use the translation tools at http://www.linguee.com/spanish-english/, http://www.wordreference.com/, and http://context.reverso.net/translation/
EDUCATION
B.S. in biological sciences, Louisiana State University (2001-2006)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
How to create profitable and rewarding relationships with translation agencies
Literature and Strategies for Translating Poetry
Become proficient, become mobile learning how to use the new version of the free CAT tool Wordfast Anywhere
Practical Spanish to English translation quality assurance 2 – Style
Eat Well, Translate Better
Finding Mistakes in Your Translation
Power Internet Searching
Making More Money: Translate More, More Easily
A Freelancer's Time Management System
Self-discipline for Freelancers
Make your résumé stand out to agency clients
Boosting your productivity: tips and tools for translators
Maximize Your Productivity with Effective Machine Translation Post-Editing
Advanced Microsoft Word for Translators: Gaining Productivity With A Basic Tool
Speed up Your Terminology Search
Making More Money: Build Win-Win Relationships with Clients
Making More Money: Negotiation & Communication Skills
T17 - Terminology, Chasing Terms Online
The minimalist guide to social media for translators
Communication and Networking in Linkedin - Turn Your Profile into a Cash Machine
Personal Branding 104: Get Twitter And Facebook Up And Running For Your Professional Success
LinkedIn: Transparency and Creativity to Win More Clients
Stop the Feast or Famine Cycle
Marketing for translators: what works and what doesn't
Making a Super-Effective Cover Letter for a Translator
Preparation of document for translation
Preparing documents for translation — simple rules for beginners
Basic Ergonomics for the Home Office
A Translator's Guide to Avoiding Physical Burnout
Secrets to Create Multiple Income Sources