Johann K.
Translator & Proofreader & Writer English/Spanish/Russian to German
⭐ Certified Phrase Linguist (Strings & TMS) — QA, LQA, MTPE, and In-Context workflows I have several years of experience working with CAT tools such as Smartcat and WordPress-based localization. My workflow has recently expanded to include certified Phrase Strings and TMS expertise – enabling efficient, high-quality, and UI-optimized localization across different project types (see certifications below for details). Looking for top-quality German localization at a fair price? You're in the right place. I help businesses translate and localize their content into German (DE/AT), delivering accurate, natural, and context-aware results. My focus lies on UI/UX localization, marketing content, and high-quality proofreading. I work efficiently with modern localization tools, including QA checks, LQA assessment, terminology management, MTPE, and in-context editing. What you can expect from working with me: • Precise, natural-sounding German (not literal translation) • Consistent terminology and style (TM/TB-based workflows) • Attention to detail and strong quality assurance • Reliable communication and on-time delivery Here’s what my clients say: 🥇 SEO Project – Google Ads Translation (EN → DE) "Johann is the best freelancer we've worked with on Upwork. The job is always done fast and in great quality. Thanks!" 🥈 Editing German/English Short Stories "Truly an outstanding freelancer; this is the second time we've worked together. Excellent work, and we will definitely collaborate with him again in the future." 🥉 Translating Google Advertisements from English to German "Johann is a very talented and professional linguist. He is great with SEO, marketing, and websites. I'd recommend his services to all e-commerce businesses that need an experienced language expert in German." I’m a great fit if you: • need professional translation, proofreading, or subtitling into German • value quality, consistency, and attention to detail • want a translator who understands modern localization workflows Languages: English → German Spanish → German Russian → German Let’s work together to make your content sound truly native in German – and perfectly adapted to your audience.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $29k
Billed in all: $199,974$200k
$9.7k in the last 6 months
Across 72 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: #1 in 1 skill of 19
Rarest: top 0.27% in Subtitles, of 2,228. Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
- Phrase Localization Suite56 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #1Top 2%🇩🇪#1 of 3
- German to English Translation696 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #1Top 0.29%🇩🇪#1 of 199
- English to German Translation846 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #2Top 0.35%🇩🇪#2 of 326
- #4Mobile App Localization436 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #1Top 0.92%🇩🇪#1 of 14
- #6Subtitles2,228 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #1Top 0.27%🇩🇪#1 of 42
- #12German1,804 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #4Top 0.67%🇩🇪#4 of 619
- #12Technical Translation1,379 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #2Top 0.87%🇩🇪#2 of 58
- #14AI Content Writing1,517 freelancers · 🇩🇪 #1Top 0.92%🇩🇪#1 of 19