Dedicated linguist with a passion for bridging language barriers and facilitating effective communication. Strong language skills and cultural knowledge, eager to expand experience and grow in the field.
English-Native
Russian-C1
Work experience:
Interpreter/TranslatorFreelance at WayHunter Company
• Proofread and edited machine translations of the official site, making it more user friendly for English users, thus increasing the traffic to the company website.
• Translated contracts from Russian to English with precision, ensuring clarity during negotiations between potential clients and customers.
• Translated privacy policies from Russian to English to clarify user rights and safety.
• Interpreted during business meetings and negotiations, which facilitated the formation of successful partnerships with leading IT companies.
• Assisted senior marketing managers with their advertising strategies, thereby successfully delivering a semantically accurate and culturally appropriate message to the target audience.
IELTS Instructor, English Second Language TeacherEnglish with Ska4ik Dec 2022 – Present
- General English Teacher – Instructing foreign students through leveraging a deep understanding of their language, culture and the nature of common errors made by non-native speakers.
- IELTS Instructor – Preparing students for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam, focusing on all four language skills: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
- Business English Instructor – Conducting business English classes for individuals seeking to improve their professional English skills or preparing to move abroad for work purposes. Assisting students in interview preparation in transnational companies.
- Curriculum Developer – Creating engaging and effective curriculum materials to support student learning and achievement in English language acquisition.
- Cultural Integration Specialist – Utilising knowledge of British culture to assist students in integrating into the UK society. Cooperation with a team of educational experts to aid students during the application process to foreign universities.
Moscow State Linguistic University Dec 2023 – Present
•Providing Russian-English consecutive interpretation during university events, meetings and conferences, ensuring clear communication between Russian and English speakers.
- Assisting in translating and proofreading documents, presentations and other materials from Russian into English and vice versa to facilitate accurate intercultural communication.
- Interpreting for foreign students during medical examinations and the process of adaptation in the Russian environment.
• Working as a team to organise intercultural events for students.
Education:
Moscow State Linguistic University
Professional Development Course, Consecutive Interpretation (Russian<>English) Dec 2023 – Aug 2024
Moscow State Linguistic University
Professional Development Course, Russian as a Foreign Language Sep 2022 – Jul 2023
North-Caucasus Federal University
Bachelor of Linguistics 2018 – 2022
Skills:
• Fluent in English • Upper Intermediate level in Russian • Intercultural Communication • Organisational Skills • Public Speaking • Critical Thinking • Teamwork • Microsoft Office • Video Conferencing Equipment
Honors & Awards
Volunteer: ESL Teacher
– KosmosKidsClub Children’s Development Center, Moscow
Aug 2022 – Oct 2022
- Planned and conducted engaging lessons to enhance students’ language skills.
- Created interactive activities and games to make learning fun and effective, tailored to the 2-5 age group and proficiency levels of the students.
- Provided individualised support to students who needed extra assistance, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other volunteers and center staff to coordinate lesson plans and activities.Professional performer – CHIPAWO, Zimbabwe Apr 2007 – Dec 2014• Represented Zimbabwe in international cultural exchange tours.
- Participated in acting and dancing with a diverse portfolio of leading roles in theatrical productions, showcasing exceptional stage presence, dynamic character portrayals, and mastery of movement techniques.
- Worked with diverse teams to deliver captivating performances that engaged audiences and brought characters to life with authenticity and emotion.
