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Beinan J.

Beinan J.

English VS Chinese,Japanese VS Chinese, English VS Japanese

Professional Summary Multilingual translator with 10+ years of international experience across China, Japan, and Singapore, offering expertise in English-Chinese-Japanese translation, proofreading, and localization. Certified JLPT N1 holder (Japanese) and TOEIC 900 (English), complemented by an MBA and deep cultural fluency in East Asian and Western business contexts. Proven track record in delivering precise, culturally nuanced translations for IT, corporate, and technical domains. Adept at leveraging AI tools and advanced software to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Core Competencies * Translation & Localization: English ⇄ Chinese ⇄ Japanese (business, IT, technical, marketing). * Cultural Bridging: Native-level fluency in Chinese and Japanese; nuanced understanding of U.S., Chinese, and Japanese corporate cultures. * Technical Proficiency: Microsoft 365, advanced PDF editing (Adobe, Foxit), AI-driven translation tools (e.g., Trados, DeepL), transcription software. * Client-Centric Approach: Committed to deadlines, detail-oriented, and praised for reliability by clients at global firms. Professional Experience Freelance Translator & Localization Specialist | Tokyo, Japan
(2018–Present) * Provide high-quality translations for corporate clients, specializing in IT documentation, business reports, and marketing materials. * Conduct proofreading and transcription services for Japanese and American multinationals, achieving 100% client satisfaction. * Utilize AI tools to streamline workflows while ensuring human-reviewed precision. IT Professional | Singapore
(2012–2018) * Supported cross-border communication between Japanese, Chinese, and English-speaking stakeholders, translating technical manuals and internal documents. * Localized software interfaces and user guides for East Asian markets. Previous Roles in Japan | Tokyo, Japan
(2007–2012) * Cultivated business acumen during MBA studies, offering freelance translation for academic and corporate projects. Education MBA Nagoya university Certifications * JLPT N1 (Japanese Language Proficiency Test, Highest Level) * TOEIC 900 (CEFR C1/C2 English Proficiency) Technical Skills * Translation Tools: SDL Trados, MemoQ, ChatGPT, DeepL. * Documentation: Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint. * Transcription: Otter.ai, Audacity. Services Offered * Translation/Transcreation * Proofreading & Editing * Transcription & Subtitling * On-Site/Virtual Interpreting * Data Entry & Localization Languages * Chinese (Mandarin): Native * Japanese: Native-Level (JLPT N1) * English: Professional Proficiency (TOEIC 900)

🇯🇵Tokyo, Japan$25/hr65% JSS4.98 (90)Since Sep 2019

Earnings and projects

MRR
$697

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#63,778 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#135 / 1,269
Revenue, last 30 days
$1.2k

Last 6 months: $4.2k

World#38,040 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#87 / 1,269
Total earnings
$44k

Billed in all: $44k

World#84,853 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#146 / 1,269
Per project
$220

$836 in the last 6 months

World#257,107 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#792 / 1,269
Projects, last 6 months
5

Across 7 contracts

71% fixed29% hourly
World#41,746 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#110 / 1,269
Projects in all
198

Across 217 contracts

87% fixed13% hourly
World#10,129 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#24 / 1,269

Earnings, last 30 days

$43.8k+$1.2k earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$42k$43k$44kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 10% in Subtitles

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

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  2. #7Japanese to Chinese Translation25 freelancers · 🇯🇵 #1Top 28%
  3. #45Product Documentation229 freelancers · 🇯🇵 #1Top 20%
  4. #54Japanese to English Translation478 freelancers · 🇯🇵 #21Top 11%
  5. #62Chinese to English Translation506 freelancers · 🇯🇵 #1Top 12%
  6. #67Contract Translation486 freelancers · 🇯🇵 #3Top 14%
  7. #69English to Japanese Translation529 freelancers · 🇯🇵 #33Top 13%
  8. #76English to Chinese Translation582 freelancers · 🇯🇵 #1Top 13%