Mao U.
translating ENG & KRN to JPN, Teaching JPN, Virtual assistant
I’m a native Japanese speaker with strong English (TOEIC 940) and Korean (TOPIK Level 5) skills. Over the past 12 years, I’ve worked in different fields — from banking and HR training to project management in a translation company — and now I’m excited to support clients online with my skills and experience. I'm a translator (ENG&KRN to JPN), Japanese teacher, virtual assistant based in Japan. ◆Translation & Editing (EN/KO → JP) ・Accurate and natural Japanese translation from English and Korean. ・7 years of experience in subtitle quality control for English speaking dramas and movies. ・7 years of proofreading in Japanese. ◆Japanese Language Tutoring ・Custom lessons for learners at beginner to advanced levels. ・Focus on practical conversation, business Japanese, and cross-cultural communication. ・Patient and supportive teaching style with international experience. I am detail-oriented, reliable, and highly skilled at multitasking. ◆Virtual Assistance / Online Secretary ・Scheduling, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, data entry, document organization, and professional communication. ・7 years as a project manager in the translation industry, handling multiple international projects under strict deadlines. ・5 years in a major Japanese bank, including corporate sales and HR training management. My goal is to help clients achieve success by providing professional support, high-quality translations, and effective Japanese lessons. I’d be happy to collaborate with you!
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $3.3k
Billed in all: $6,079$6.1k
$1.7k in the last 6 months
Across 6 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 11% in Teaching Japanese
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