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Li Ma

Richmond,BC

Summary

Bachelor of English, Master of English Literature, Certificate of Legal Translation and Interpretation, SFU, Certificate of International Simultaneous Interpretation for International Conferences, SFU. Over 20 years professional experience as the journalist, editor, and writer, marketing manager, working language is English, Mandarin. Outstanding writing and interpretative capabilities bilingual.

Reliable Translator possessing excellent critical thinking skills and bilingual fluency. Polished in converting written materials, relaying concepts and ideas between languages and editing and proofreading text to reflect language. Meticulous and detailed professional with experience translating verbal and written communication.

Talented Interpreter with advanced conversational abilities in Chinese and English. Maintain emotion, style and content of speaker's words in translations and familiar with deeper cultural context behind phrases.

Overview

18
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance
Vancouver, BC

Translator and Interpreter
10.2021 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Translated client documents between languages.
  • Mediated conversations for one-on-one and group discussions.
  • Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.
  • Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
  • Proofread, edited and revised translated documents.

Voice of America
Beijing, China

Assistant Editor-in-Chief
07.2016 - 07.2019

Job overview

  • Wrote interesting, eye-catching story headlines and summaries.
  • Produced high-quality article copy with Word, and produced the video footages for the daily live streams with final cut pro.
  • Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
  • Performed extensive research to back up stories.
  • Completed research and checked facts to maintain high journalistic integrity standards.
  • Utilized understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
  • Wrote and produced compelling investigative and human interest stories about celebrities and iconic news subjects.
  • Simplified different fields through clear, concise and compelling writing.
  • Used MS Word to author and edit professional pieces.
  • Created tightly written news stories crafted from reliable sources.
  • Wrote engaging stories and copy for live or pre-recorded broadcasts to successfully cover important news topics.

FreeLance
Richmond, BC

Content Writer
12.2012 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Drafted accurate, engaging and fact-checked stories.
  • Used social media outlets to connect directly with public.
  • Shaped narrative on key issues through effective storytelling and knowledge of public opinion.
  • Covered news events at various locations and delivered information in cohesive format on-air.
  • Authored articles by crafting original writing.
  • Delivered high-quality, insightful, informative and entertaining written content while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Performed in-depth research into topics to write clear and accurate copy.
  • Write Cover Stories, column for some magazine, newspaper on subjecting topic.

Accenture Greater China
Beijing , Beijing, China

Marketing Manager
07.2007 - 07.2011

Job overview

  • Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
  • Developed and supervised marketing campaigns and events to maximize income and achieve audience targets.
  • Represented company at local and trade association meetings to promote products.
  • Formulated and launched marketing and promotional campaigns to maximize profits.
  • Translated market knowledge and strategy into thought-provoking stories and tools for CMO and business teams.
  • Supervised creation of marketing materials and collateral.
  • Planned and facilitated meetings to share marketing plans and explain future business goals.
  • Coordinated marketing events for showcasing product and service offerings.

Accenture Greater China
Beijing, Beijing China

Marketing Specialist
10.2005 - 07.2007

Job overview

  • Created and provided marketing material to meet business needs.
  • Tracked results for marketing initiatives and developed dashboards to share with stakeholders.
  • Organized development and implementation of diverse marketing videos, social media posts and blogs.

Education

Simon Fraser University
Vancouver, BC

from Simultaneous Interpretation
08.2020

University Overview

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC

Certificate from Legal Translation And Interpretation
07.2020

University Overview

Beijing Foreign Studies University
Beijing, China

Master of Arts from International Economics
06.2004

University Overview

Inner Mongolia Normal University
Huhhot Inner Mongolia

Bachelor of Arts from English Education
07.1997

University Overview

Skills

  • Cultural Understanding
  • Live Interpretations
  • Document Translation
  • Body Copying
  • Summarizing and narration
  • Editing Skills
  • Proofreading Skills
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Command of the Word, excel, Powerpoint, Final Cut Pro, etc
  • Fluent in English, Chinese Mandarin and Speaks some French

Languages

French
Professional
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Translator and Interpreter
Freelance
10.2021 - 10.2023
Assistant Editor-in-Chief
Voice of America
07.2016 - 07.2019
Content Writer
FreeLance
12.2012 - 12.2015
Marketing Manager
Accenture Greater China
07.2007 - 07.2011
Marketing Specialist
Accenture Greater China
10.2005 - 07.2007
Simon Fraser University
from Simultaneous Interpretation
Simon Fraser University
Certificate from Legal Translation And Interpretation
Beijing Foreign Studies University
Master of Arts from International Economics
Inner Mongolia Normal University
Bachelor of Arts from English Education
Li Ma