Ruifeng Li Email & Phone Number

Guangdong, China

London, England, United Kingdom

-Project Management: Managed testing projects to evaluate new resources, enhancing internal understanding of vendor capabilities. Delivered freelancer feedback to clients, allocated freelance resources to the production team, and initiated targeted campaigns to verify data accuracy.-Vendor Recruitment & Onboarding: Recruited, assessed, and onboarded a diverse pool of local and international freelance linguists, strengthening the company’s vendor network.-Database Management: Maintained a comprehensive and up-to-date vendor database with information on skills, qualifications, and availability to streamline project assignments.-Issue Resolution: Effectively addressed and resolved vendor and internal team issues, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted project workflows.

Greater London, England, United Kingdom

*Native speaker of both Mandarin and Cantonese.*Translate from both Traditional and Simplified Chinese, but translate into Simplified Chinese only.Work Portfolio:-Post-editing (ZH>EN): Proofread approximately 13,000 words of song lyrics for a well-known singer from mainland China.-Marketing Translation (ZH>EN): Translated internal materials, including PowerPoint presentations and email exchanges, for a drama-focused artist company in Shanghai. Tasks involved trans-editing, transcreation, and the application of specialised jargon.-Proofreading (ZH>EN): Proofread a student’s original drama script, 'The Interest of Art', adapted from an English literary work of the same name. Responsible for three scenes totaling approximately 6,000 words.-Terminology Extraction (ZH>EN): Extracted terminologies for a book during its pre-translation stage, entrusted by Hong Kong Baptist University, handling one chapter amounting to around 80,000 characters.

Freelance EN<>ZH translator

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

Worked for Centre for Translation Studies (CTS):-Acted as a project manager in a 10+ people team, aiming to complete the assigned project within limited time with a significant profit margin achieved (Project 1: 54.34%; Project 2: 55.3%).-Implemented effective email communication strategies with clients/vendors, ensuring timely and accurate project updates.-Utilised CAT tools and efficient time management techniques to streamline project tasks.-Conducted pricing analysis and performed DTP (Desktop Publishing) and QA (Quality Assurance) tasks to enhance project deliverables.

Zhuhai, Guangdong, China

-Elevated student IELTS speaking scores through targeted coaching strategies, resulting in a notable increase in students achieving their desired band scores. -Developed tailored study plans for students, addressing specific weaknesses and areas of improvement. Provided personalized one-on-one mentoring, adapting teaching methods to individual learning styles, fostering accelerated progress and confidence in students' abilities.-Organised comprehensive mock exams and review sessions, emulating real exam conditions. This approach significantly enhanced student confidence and preparedness for the IELTS exam.-Integrated real-life examples and practical scenarios into lessons, simplifying complex topics and increasing students' grasp of challenging concepts.

Zhuhai, Guangdong, China

Worked in Media and Public Relations Office:-Trans-edited the news releases that posted on official website of UIC bidirectionally (EN/ZH).-Translated 38 publicity materials for the college official website, approximately 16,000 words in total during my duty.-Assisted senior editors in the publication process, including proofreading, fact-checking, and content formatting.-Recognised for contributions to the successful publication of UIC Graduate Yearbook 2022.-Adapted language usage to respect cultural nuances and preferences, promoting inclusivity and avoiding censorship.

Zhuhai, Guangdong, China

Worked in Learning Resource Centre:-Provided research support and customer service to students and faculty with professionalism, patience, and a helpful attitude, aiding them in finding relevant resources, both online and in print.-Demonstrated expertise in using library databases, catalog management software, and digital resources, ensuring efficient access to information for library users, as well as adapted to new technologies, library procedures, and evolving educational needs, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to learning and growth.-Managed the organization and shelving of library materials, ensuring items were accurately categorized, easy to locate, and in excellent condition.-Assisted in training new library users including new student librarian assistants, acquainting them with library resources, policies, and services, ensuring a smooth integration into the library community.

Jing'An District, Shanghai, China

-Translated and meticulously revised more than 200 episodes (approximately 600 minutes) of kids-oriented media products, ensuring the content was not only linguistically accurate but also culturally sensitive and age-appropriate for the target audience.-Led and managed a team of three translators, fostering seamless communication between the editing department and the translation team, resulting in efficient workflow and high-quality localised content.-Prepared captivating PowerPoint presentations, showcasing detailed product information and effectively communicating key features, leading to successful product presentations and increased client engagement.

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

-Assisted foreign teachers in organising and executing diverse educational activities in the purpose of establishing a stimulating and inclusive learning environment to encourage active student participation.-Served as an interpreter when needed, fostering clear communication between foreign teachers and students, resulting in enhanced learning experiences, maximumly covering 20 students in one class.-Monitored and tracked students' progress, providing valuable feedback to support their academic development.-Committed to enhancing the overall educational experience through clear communication, personalised support, and continuous progress tracking, involving in regular communication between parents and school.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Audiovisual Translation And Localisation, Merit

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Applied Translation Studies, 2:1