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Yeseul Song

Seoul

Summary

A freelance book translator with over 5 years of active experience, proficient in delivering high-quality and genuine translation of texts across various fields, leveraging extensive background knowledge.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Translator

Freelance Book Translator
11.2018 - Current
  • Translate fiction and non-fiction books from English to Korean.
  • The books I have worked on so far include the following:
    Beyond the Wall: A History of East Germany by Katja Hoyer (published in Korea in 2023).
    Maniac by Benjamín Labatut (in 2023).
    Atlas of the Invisible by James Cheshire and Oliver Uberti (in 2022).
    Uncanny Valley by Anna Wiener (in 2021).
    Eggshell Skull by Bri Lee (in 2020).

Translator

Freelance Subtitle Translator
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Translated subtitles for documentaries and reality TV programs from English to Korean.
  • Primarily covered titles of HGTV and Discovery Channel.

In-house Translator & Researcher

Kobiz Media Co., Ltd.
03.2015 - 12.2017
  • Researched data and wrote reports on topics including semiconductors, chemicals, and oil & gas.
  • Compiled news covered by major English-language media outlets and wrote daily/weekly reports summarizing international political issues and industry trends.
  • Translated corporate press releases for distribution to media organizations and journalists in Korea.

Education

Master of Arts - Comparative Literature

Seoul National University
Seoul, South Korea
02.2015

Bachelor of Arts - International Area Studies Major, English Major

Handong Global University
Pohang, South Korea
02.2012

Timeline

Translator

Freelance Subtitle Translator
11.2022 - 01.2024

Translator

Freelance Book Translator
11.2018 - Current

In-house Translator & Researcher

Kobiz Media Co., Ltd.
03.2015 - 12.2017

Master of Arts - Comparative Literature

Seoul National University

Bachelor of Arts - International Area Studies Major, English Major

Handong Global University

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