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Umut Zeybekoğlu

Mütercim-Tercüman
Ankara,06

Summary

Detail-oriented Translator skilled in digital localization and strategic planning. Adept at translating complex materials while ensuring cultural accuracy and enhancing team collaboration.

Overview

2
2
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Hacettepe Tercüme
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Reviewed and edited documents for accuracy and clarity in translation projects, contributing to high-quality deliverables.
  • Conducted research to support senior translators, ensuring precision in terminology and context for enhanced translation accuracy.
  • Organized project files and assisted with office tasks, streamlining administrative processes for improved project management.
  • Engaged with clients to gather feedback, fostering improved communication and service delivery.

Localization Specialist

Hacettepe University
10.2024 - 06.2026
  • Translated academic materials, game files and literature, ensuring cultural and contextual accuracy for diverse audiences.
  • Collaborated with faculty and students to adapt website content, enhancing accessibility for international students.
  • Reviewed and edited translations for consistency, ensuring adherence to university standards and improving overall quality.
  • Developed glossaries and style guides, streamlining localization processes and supporting team alignment.

Volunteer

Coffee Stain Studios
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Collaborated with development teams to ensure linguistic accuracy in product releases.
  • Assisted in developing language-specific cultural references within gaming content.
  • Conducted language quality assurance tests to identify and resolve translation issues.
  • Translated and localized game dialogue for diverse player demographics.

Tutor

06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted students in understanding complex concepts through individualized support.
  • Facilitated engaging learning sessions that promoted active participation.
  • Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback regularly.
  • Developed tailored lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.

Education

Bachelor - English Translation And Interpreting

Hacettepe University
Ankara
04.2001 -

Skills

Localization

Glossary Creation

Proofreading

Interpretation

Cross-cultural communication

Project Management

Teamwork and Collaboration

Computer Skills & Office Softwares

Strategic Planning

Learning Agility

Cultural Adaptation

Product Design & Systems Thinking

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 8 staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Actively and efficiently learning and mastering digital programs, databases and real-life skills about my hobbies.

Software

Office Programs

Python

Aurora 5e Character Builder

Foundry VTT

Curseforge

Blender

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe After Effects

Unreal Engine 5

Interests

Improv

Storytelling

Voice acting

Homebrewing

Animation

Photography/video production

Painting/drawing

Model building

Sewing

Graphic design

Game development

Social media

Chess

Astronomy

Timeline

Intern

Hacettepe Tercüme
07.2025 - 08.2025

Localization Specialist

Hacettepe University
10.2024 - 06.2026

Tutor

06.2024 - 08.2024

Volunteer

Coffee Stain Studios
09.2021 - 11.2021

Bachelor - English Translation And Interpreting

Hacettepe University
04.2001 -
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