Xiaolan T.
Chinese Localization & Proofreading | Natural Chinese | Manga Dialogue
I improve translated Chinese so it reads naturally and clearly, as if it were originally written. Many translations are accurate but sound stiff. I refine tone, sentence flow, and word choice so the text matches how people speak and read. I also adapt dialogue for manga and narrative content. I ensure each line fits the character’s voice and works naturally within speech bubbles. I have experience in: - Proofreading and refining translated Chinese content - Improving fluency, tone, and readability - Adapting content for both Simplified and Traditional Chinese - Manga dialogue adaptation, including tone, pacing, and speech bubble fit I work with marketing copy, app and website content, and dialogue-heavy text where natural language is critical. I am a certified Chinese language teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience. I hold official teaching certificates issued by the Ministry of Education of China, as well as a National Putonghua Proficiency Certificate. This background ensures strong control of Mandarin grammar, structure, and standard usage. Sample improvement: Original: This product provides an efficient and convenient user experience. Revised: 这个产品用起来很顺手,操作简单,整体体验很流畅。 Original: Users can easily manage their tasks with this feature. Revised: 这个功能让你更轻松地管理任务,用起来很方便。 Original (Manga): I will not forgive you. Revised: 我不会放过你的。 My goal is simple. Make the text sound natural, clear, and ready for real users.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $743
$372 in the last 6 months
Across 3 contracts
Across 6 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 25% in Content Writing
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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