Working languages:
English to Arabic
French to Arabic
Arabic to English

Muhannad Albayk Jaam
Humanitarian translator

Aleppo, Halab, Syria

Native in: Arabic 
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What Muhannad Albayk Jaam is working on
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Jun 11, 2021 (posted via ProZ.com):  Just finished a big TOT manual for a UN Agency, 45k words, English Arabic, using MemoQ. One of my favorite jobs so far! ...more, + 52 other entries »
Total word count: 725158

User message
Per Ardua, ad Astra!
Account type Freelance translator and/or interpreter, Identity Verified Verified site user
This translator is helping to localize ProZ.com into Arabic
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Affiliations
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Blue Board affiliation:
Services Translation, Interpreting, Editing/proofreading, Voiceover (dubbing), Subtitling, Training, AI + Human review (MT post-editing) , Transcription, Transcreation, Native speaker conversation
Expertise
Specializes in:
LinguisticsEducation / Pedagogy
International Org/Dev/CoopIT (Information Technology)
Computers (general)Law: Contract(s)
Computers: SoftwareLaw (general)
Computers: Systems, NetworksAccounting
Certificates, Diplomas, Licenses, CVsGeneral / Conversation / Greetings / Letters
Automotive / Cars & TrucksConstruction / Civil Engineering
Business/Commerce (general)Energy / Power Generation
Telecom(munications)Tourism & Travel
Human ResourcesHistory
Cinema, Film, TV, DramaGaming/Video-games/E-sports
Internet, e-CommerceAutomation & Robotics
PsychologyPoetry & Literature
Electronics / Elect EngEngineering (general)
Social Science, Sociology, Ethics, etc.

Volunteer translations

Volunteer professional humanitarian translation services-

Translators without Borders

Words translated: 365,367
Volunteer / Pro-bono work Open to considering volunteer work for registered non-profit organizations
Rates
General rate: 0.05 USD per word / 35 USD per hour

KudoZ activity (PRO) PRO-level points: 28, Questions answered: 14
Blue Board entries made by this user  4 entries

Payment methods accepted PayPal | Send a payment via ProZ*Pay
Portfolio Sample translations submitted: 6
Translation education Master's degree - University of Aleppo
Experience Years of experience: 12. Registered at ProZ.com: Mar 2016.
ProZ.com Certified PRO certificate(s) N/A
Credentials English to Arabic (Arab Professional Translators Society, verified)
Arabic to English (Arab Professional Translators Society, verified)
English (University of Aleppo, verified)
Memberships ATN / APTS
TeamsTranslatoneers
Software Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Amara, Crowdin, Google Translator Toolkit, Indesign, MateCat, memoQ, MemSource Cloud, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, OmegaT, Passolo, Powerpoint, ProZ.com Translation Center, SDLX, Smartcat, Smartling, Subtitle Edit, Subtitle Workshop, Trados Online Editor, Trados Studio, Wordbee, Wordfast, XTM, XTRF Translation Management System

CV/Resume CV available upon request
Events and training
CPD

Muhannad Albayk Jaam's Continuing Professional Development

Contests won 21st translation contest: English to Arabic
Professional practices Muhannad Albayk Jaam endorses ProZ.com's Professional Guidelines.
Professional objectives
  • Meet new translation company clients
  • Meet new end/direct clients
  • Work for non-profits or pro-bono clients
  • Build or grow a translation team
  • Network with other language professionals
  • Stay up to date on what is happening in the language industry
  • Transition from freelancer to another profession
Bio
Muhannad Albayk Jaam Humanitarian Linguist | University Lecturer 🌍 About Me: Passionate humanitarian linguist and humanities educator. University Lecturer specializing in language arts and a dedicated freelance linguist excelling in translation, interpretation, desktop publishing, and subtitling. Committed to learning technical subjects and driving positive change through volunteering and humanitarian work. 📚 Education: PhD in Literature (Ongoing), Aleppo University, specializing in British Theater. MA in Literature, Aleppo University, with a focus on modern British political theater. BA in English, Aleppo University, graduated top of the class, later appointed as a full-time faculty member. 💼 Experience: University Lecturer, Aleppo University (2015 - Present): Designing and teaching diverse courses, including literature, writing, EFL, and technical English. CLEAR Global (2018 - Present): Language and terminology consultant, desktop publishing specialist, localization engineering support, course design, and advocacy for Arabic gender-neutral language. Freelancer (2014 - Present): Extensive experience in translation, subtitling, localization, interpreting, desktop publishing, and consultancy for prominent clients. 📜 Certifications: ProZ Certified Pro APTS Certified Translator Memsource Certified User and Trainer Trados 2022 Training ICDL V6 TWB Introduction to Humanitarian Translation TWB Translation and Interpretation Course Accad Institute Teacher Course TransLinguist Certificate of Training ProZ Professional Language and Interpretation 🏆 Awards: Winner of ProZ 21st Translation Contest, TWB RRT Gold Translator 2017, OCHA Humanitarian Translation Certificate, and other recognitions for outstanding contributions. 🌐 Participation: Active involvement in workshops, conferences, and speaking engagements, including LocWorldWide34, ProZ ITD 2020, and Socinfo2019. Interpreter for UNDP and IOL in Syria (February 2024). ✨ Volunteer Work: Passionate volunteer for TWB, KidsOut, Free the Slaves, ProZ Bono translator/mentor, Translation Commons. I am eager to contribute my unique blend of academic knowledge, practical experience, linguistic proficiency, and technological skills to collaborative projects. Let's connect and explore opportunities for positive impact!
This user has earned KudoZ points by helping other translators with PRO-level terms. Click point total(s) to see term translations provided.

Total pts earned: 36
PRO-level pts: 28


Top languages (PRO)
Arabic to English20
English to Arabic8
Top general fields (PRO)
Law/Patents12
Other8
Tech/Engineering4
Art/Literary4
Top specific fields (PRO)
Law (general)16
Electronics / Elect Eng4
Medical (general)4
Other4

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This user has reported completing projects in the following job categories, language pairs, and fields.

Project History Summary
Total projects6
With client feedback0
Corroborated0
0 positive (0 entries)
positive0
neutral0
negative0

Job type
Translation5
DTP/Formatting1
Language pairs
English to Arabic5
Arabic to English1
Specialty fields
Social Science, Sociology, Ethics, etc.2
Education / Pedagogy1
IT (Information Technology)1
Construction / Civil Engineering1
Other fields
Government / Politics1
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Profile last updated
Jan 2



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