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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Activities
Personal Information
Military Service
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TAEHOON LEE

TAEHOON LEE

Fixer/Translator And Interpreter
IlsanSeo-gu

Summary

Professional linguist with deep expertise in translation and interpretation. Adept at bridging language barriers and ensuring clear, accurate communication. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork, consistently delivering high-quality results. Skilled in multiple languages, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability to changing needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificates
4
4
Languages

Work History

Translator

Freelancer
02.2016 - Current
  • Worked as an English translator for Korean Chiropractic Association from Feb 2016 to Apr 2018. Translated medical articles and reviewed letters to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
  • Translated Blizzcon 2017 live stream subtitles from English to Korean in real-time.
  • Working as a subtitle translator for a Korean mukbang channel since Feb 2020.
  • Specialized in translating complex technical documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity.

Fixer

Freelancer
09.2016 - 02.2019
  • Provide interpretation, translation, driving services to foreign journalists visiting Korea. Contact potential interviewees and coordinate schedule for media production.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by maintaining consistent communication and providing timely updates on project progress.

Lists of projects

  • Seoul Sharing City, Actu Asia, 2016. 9.
  • Anti THAAD protest, France24, 2017. 4.
  • President Park's Impeachment, France24, 2017. 11.
  • North Korea Defector and DMZ, Metropole Television, 2017. 8.
  • Former President Francois Hollande’s visit to South Korea, France Televisions, 2017. 10
  • Korea Tattoo, France Television, 2018. 2.
  • Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, France Television, 2018. 2.
  • The Korean Athlete Exposing Sexual Abuse, BBC World Service, 2019. 2

Military Translator and Interpreter

Republic of Korea Air Force
02.2014 - 02.2016
  • Translated military documents, ranging from simple guidles to MOUs, MOAs, SOPs, etc., from [Korean] to [English] and [English] to [Korean]
  • Worked as an interpreter and a translator in four military exercises(Ulchi Freedom Guardian and Key Resolve)
  • Received positive feedback for exceptional attention to detail in translated documents and interpreted conversations.

Private English Tutor

Self Employed
09.2013 - 04.2020
  • Boosted student confidence in English communication through personalized feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Increased students' vocabulary knowledge through creative word games and exercises, leading to more effective communication skills.

English Mentor

Chosun Education Co.
09.2013 - 10.2013
  • Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized educational guidance and support.

Education

J.D. - Law

Korea Univ Law School
Seoul, Korea
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Korea University
Seoul, Korea
05.2013 - Current

High School Diploma -

Goyang Foreign Language High School
05.2009 - 02.2012

Indiana Junior High School
PA, USA
05.2006 - 12.2008

Skills

Law

Certification

Driver License (Type 1)

Activities

  • Worked as a reporter for English newspaper club at high school
  • A select recipient of Army Commendation Medal from United States Forces Korea
  • Volunteer experience in Seoul G20 Summit.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: Jan 1994

Military Service

Worked as a ROKAF translator and interpreter in Combined Forces Command from Feb 2014 to Feb 2016. 

Timeline

Law Translator

09-2020

Fixer

Freelancer
09.2016 - 02.2019

Translator

Freelancer
02.2016 - Current

Computer Specialist in Spreadsheet & Database (Level 1)

01-2016

Military Translator and Interpreter

Republic of Korea Air Force
02.2014 - 02.2016

Private English Tutor

Self Employed
09.2013 - 04.2020

English Mentor

Chosun Education Co.
09.2013 - 10.2013

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Korea University
05.2013 - Current

Driver License (Type 1)

01-2013

High School Diploma -

Goyang Foreign Language High School
05.2009 - 02.2012

Indiana Junior High School
05.2006 - 12.2008

J.D. - Law

Korea Univ Law School
04.2001 -
TAEHOON LEEFixer/Translator And Interpreter