Stefan Schmidt
Lage,North
Summary
Diligent and driven, with exceptional communication and language skills, coupled with keen eye for accuracy and coherence, ensuring clear and precise output. Expertise in transcription and translation, complemented by proficiency in editing software, guarantees high-quality deliverables. Ready to enhance all of those qualities to your benefit, too.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Subtitler
Amberscript (Freelance)
Lage, North Rhine-Westphalia
2024.11 - Current
- Contributed significantly towards making foreign language films accessible to a wider audience through expert translation and subtitling skills.
- Performed detailed script analysis prior to translation; ensured authentic expression of emotions via subtitles.
- Handled challenging assignments under pressure; delivered accurate subtitles within strict deadlines.
- Developed custom solution for managing large volume workload; increased productivity without compromising on quality.
Translator, Writer and Proofreader
Freelance
Lage, North Rhine-Westphalia
2022.01 - Current
- Delivered assignments within strict deadlines, demonstrating excellent time management skills.
- Handled literary translations, preserving original tone and style.
- Validated document accuracy with thorough proofreading skills.
- Proofread translated texts to meet interpretation quality standards.
- Ensured linguistic consistency across all translated documents.
Social Worker in Public Administrations
Bielefeld University
Bielefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia
2017.05 - Current
- Provide information and advice for (prospective) scholars mainly via email or telephone
- Take care of the administrative needs of the General Student Advisory Service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Applied Sciences
Bielefeld, Germany 2013.04 - 2017.02
Preparational Course for State Examination - Translation Studies for English and German
AKAD University
Stuttgart, German 2020.01 - 2024.03
Skills
- Excellent written German
- Strong communication
- Context translation
- Attention to Detail
- Quality Control
- Textual analysis
Languages
German
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
Affiliations
- Family
- Music
- Sports (particularly Soccer)
Timeline
Subtitler
Amberscript (Freelance)
2024.11 - Current
Translator, Writer and Proofreader
Freelance
2022.01 - Current
Preparational Course for State Examination - Translation Studies for English and German
AKAD University
2020.01 - 2024.03
Social Worker in Public Administrations
Bielefeld University
2017.05 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Applied Sciences
2013.04 - 2017.02