zohaib a.
English to Urdu Translator | USCIS, Legal, Fintech, Localization, MTPE
English–Urdu Translation & Localization Specialist I am a professional English–Urdu translator, localization specialist, and MTPE linguist with more than a decade of experience helping global companies communicate clearly with Urdu-speaking audiences. I have been active on Upwork since 2011 (back when it was oDesk) and have successfully completed 160+ projects on the platform. Over the years, I have worked with global brands, technology companies, translation agencies, and international organizations delivering translation, localization, AI content review, and interpretation services. Organizations and platforms I have worked with include OpenAI, OlympTrade, OctaFX, Binomo, 1win, ImmiTranslate, PoliLingua, TranslateSwift, and FCI Academy of Translation, among many others. My work ranges from financial and technical translation to legal documentation, marketing localization, and AI-generated content review. Because of my background as an English-language journalist and editor, my translations do not read like translations — they read like natural, original writing in the target language. Areas of Expertise I specialize in English to Urdu and English to Sindhi translation and localization, working across a wide range of industries including: • Fintech and trading platforms (Forex, crypto, stock trading) • iGaming and sports betting platforms • Legal and immigration documents (USCIS-style translations) • AI content review and MT post-editing • NGO and healthcare materials • Marketing and website localization • Subtitling and media translation • Technical documentation and product content USCIS Document Translation I regularly translate personal and legal documents for immigration purposes, including submissions for USCIS and other immigration authorities. Common documents include: • Birth certificates • Marriage certificates • Police certificates • Academic transcripts • Affidavits and personal records I have completed hundreds of similar translations for immigration service providers and agencies, ensuring accurate formatting, consistent terminology, and clear English suitable for official submission. Services I Provide • Professional translation (English ⇄ Urdu / Sindhi) • Website and app localization • MT Post-Editing (MTPE) • Proofreading and linguistic QA • Subtitling and SRT creation • Transcreation and marketing adaptation • Remote interpretation (legal, healthcare, NGO programs) Clients & Agencies Over the years I have collaborated with a wide range of translation companies and organizations, including: FCI Academy of Translation ImmiTranslate PoliLingua TranslateSwift Mars Translation Ulatus Blend Express (One Hour Translation) Productive Playhouse MidLocalize Universal Translation Services Data Duck WordAnt and many others. Tools & Platforms I regularly work with industry-standard CAT tools and localization platforms, including: • Phrase (Memsource) • memoQ • SDL Trados • Smartcat • Crowdin • Subtitle Edit I also work with structured localization files such as JSON, XML, PO, and XLIFF. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Mass Communication — University of Karachi Certificate in Translation Theory & Practice — Cardiff University Professional member of ProZ (largest global platform for translators) Workflow & Collaboration I regularly collaborate with translation agencies, localization teams, and AI training companies. I am comfortable working with style guides, glossaries, translation memories, and QA workflows, and can integrate easily into existing localization pipelines while following client-specific terminology and formatting standards. Projects can be delivered in multiple formats including DOCX, Google Docs, CAT tool packages, and structured localization files. I am also available for large-volume projects, long-term collaborations, and ongoing partnerships with agencies and localization vendors. Why Clients Work With Me • Native Urdu and Sindhi speaker • Editorial-level English proficiency • 10+ years of translation experience • Trusted by global agencies and fintech platforms • Clear communication and reliable delivery Closing Line My goal is simple: deliver translations that are accurate, natural, and culturally precise. If you need a dependable English–Urdu linguist for translation, localization, MTPE, or interpretation projects, feel free to get in touch. Available for both hourly and fixed-price projects.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $20k
Billed in all: $96,702$97k
$1.5k in the last 6 months
Across 186 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 0.81% in Sports Writing
Top 1% in 6 of 14 skills, ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
- Urdu158 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #2Top 1%🇵🇰#2 of 123
- Urdu to English Translation143 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #2Top 1%🇵🇰#2 of 120
- English to Urdu Translation168 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #3Top 2%🇵🇰#3 of 143
- #4Sports Writing492 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #1Top 0.81%🇵🇰#1 of 31
- #7Subtitling753 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #1Top 0.93%🇵🇰#1 of 40
- #24Legal Translation1,249 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #1Top 2%🇵🇰#1 of 23
- #72General Transcription8,318 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #2Top 0.87%🇵🇰#2 of 238
- #100Creative Writing10,453 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #4Top 0.96%🇵🇰#4 of 705