Miriam Nicholls
Bondi Junction
Summary
22 years of experience in language and media work, especially in editing, translating, program creation, and copywriting. Strong communication skills with an emphasis on detail, and excellent analytical and problem-solving competence. Proven team working skills balanced with the ability to work alone and a positive attitude. Ample experience in teaching and living abroad: growing up and schooling in Germany, one year in the USA, six years in China, three years in Australia.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Translator and Editor
Diverse companies and brands
Sydney
01.2020 - Current
- Translated and edited texts (English/German/Chinese)
- Focused on culture, health, and technology
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards
Consultant/Translator/Editorial Content Manager
Sino-German College for Postgraduate Studies at Tongji-University
Shanghai
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Consultant for China Competence
- Developed new curricula
- Quality and project management
- Newsletter and social media management
- Translation and editing (Chinese/German)
- Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organisation's systems and programs
Editor/Journalist/Translator
Radio China International
Beijing
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Editorial, journalistic and translation work for the German Editorial Office
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standard
- Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality
- Managed multiple projects from the conceptual stage through to launch
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for internet and digital channels
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories
- Utilised SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with experts and celebrities
Operations Planner, Language Specialist
Goethe Business School
Frankfurt/M
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Operations for business seminars for Chinese executives
- Editorial work in China context and translations
- Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries
- Completed precise translations of official documents to meet legal standards
- Developed and maintained automated tracking systems to enhance office workflows
Editor and Archivist
ARD Main Studio
Beijing
06.2004 - 09.2004
- Administration of radio press archives
- Researched for and prepared radio programs
- Wrote and created content for various topics
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact (German)
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication
Education
Master of Arts - Sinology, Art History, Classical Archeology
Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University
Frankfurt/M.05.2014
General Studies Certification - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Management
Fairfield In Iowa, USA08.2002
University Entrance Diploma (German Abitur) - High School
Eleonoren Gymnasium
Darmstadt06.2001
Skills
- Content planning and word processing (current events, culture, online copy materials, SEO and blogging knowledge, managing media, social media, editing, research)
- Keen eye for detail, impeccable grasp of grammar
- Originality and creativity
- Quality control and project management
- Cultural understanding (focus on Germany, Australia, China, USA)
- Microsoft Office package, basic skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, input methods for Chinese characters
Certification
- 新汉语水平考试 (HSK)
- Fundamentals of Digital Marketing (Google)
- Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce (an online non-credit course authorized by Google and offered through Coursera)
- Content Marketing Certified (Hubspot Academy)
- Digital Advertising Certified (Hubspot Academy)
- Digital Marketing Certified (Hubspot Academy)
- Email Marketing Certified (Hubspot Academy)
- SEO Certified (Hubspot Academy)
- Social Media Certified (Hubspot Academy)
Hobbies
- Dancing (modern, ballet, Chinese folk and classic dance)
- Playing the piano
- Reading
- Walking
- Painting, drawing, and sculpting
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Advanced (C1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Freelance Translator and Editor
Diverse companies and brands
01.2020 - Current
Consultant/Translator/Editorial Content Manager
Sino-German College for Postgraduate Studies at Tongji-University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Editor/Journalist/Translator
Radio China International
01.2015 - 08.2017
Operations Planner, Language Specialist
Goethe Business School
07.2012 - 07.2014
Editor and Archivist
ARD Main Studio
06.2004 - 09.2004
Master of Arts - Sinology, Art History, Classical Archeology
Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University
General Studies Certification - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Management
University Entrance Diploma (German Abitur) - High School
Eleonoren Gymnasium
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