Working languages:
English to Bulgarian
Bulgarian to English
Spanish to Bulgarian

Lina Nicolova
Fluency is OK but add love in a big way.

Bulgaria
Local time: 16:35 EET (GMT+2)

Native in: Bulgarian (Variant: Standard-Bulgaria) Native in Bulgarian
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Account type Freelance translator and/or interpreter
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Services Translation, Editing/proofreading, MT post-editing, Subtitling, Training, Website localization
Expertise
Specializes in:
LinguisticsPoetry & Literature
International Org/Dev/CoopMedia / Multimedia

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KudoZ activity (PRO) PRO-level points: 50, Questions answered: 39
Project History 0 projects entered
Payment methods accepted Visa
Portfolio Sample translations submitted: 1
Glossaries desapisar, gig economy, pasta de héroe
Translation education Master's degree - St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo
Experience Years of experience: 17. Registered at ProZ.com: May 2009.
ProZ.com Certified PRO certificate(s) N/A
Credentials English to Bulgarian (Veliko Tarnovo University)
Bulgarian to English (Veliko Tarnovo University)
Spanish to Bulgarian (IV Foreign Language High School - Varna, Bulgaria)
Russian to Bulgarian (Shumen University)
Russian to English (Shumen University)
Memberships N/A
Software Adobe Acrobat, CafeTran Espresso, Google Translator Toolkit, MateCat, memoQ, MemSource Cloud, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Poedit, Powerpoint, Subtitle Edit, Subtitle Workshop, Trados Studio, Wordfast
Website http://linanicol.com/
CV/Resume CV available upon request
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Bio


Professional Bulgarian Translator | English, Russian, Spanish |
15+ Years of Experience

I am a native Bulgarian speaker with extensive expertise in
English, Russian, and Spanish, backed by a strong academic background and over
15 years of professional translation experience. My qualifications include:

·       
MA in English and Irish
Studies
 (Veliko Tarnovo University, Bulgaria) with a focus on Film
& Media, Gender Studies, and Subtitling.

·       
BA (Hons) in English Studies and BA (Hons) in Applied Linguistics in
English and Russian
 (Shumen University, Bulgaria).

·       
Certificate in Spanish as a
Foreign Language
 (IV Foreign Language High School of Varna, Bulgaria).

I specialize in delivering high-quality translations,
proofreading, editing, post-editing, and subtitling services across a wide
range of fields, including:

·       
Legal Documents:
Contracts, agreements, EU legislation, and policies.

·       
Business & Commerce:
Financial reports, internal documents, e-commerce content, and user manuals.

·       
Media & Entertainment:
Subtitling for films, documentaries, TV programs, and commercials.

·       
Social Sciences &
Education
: Academic texts, research papers, and educational materials.

·       
Technical & Medical: User
guides, technical manuals, and healthcare-related content.

Key Skills and Expertise:

·       
Translation and Localization:
Proficient in SDL Trados Studio, MemoQ, Phrase, and other CAT tools.

·       
Subtitling:
Experienced with Subtitle Workshop and Subtitle Edit for multimedia
localization.

·       
Post-Editing:
Skilled in post-editing from English, Russian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Latvian, and other languages into
Bulgarian using DeepL.

·       
Terminology Research:
Expertise in EU strategies, international development, and specialized fields.

·       
Teaching:
Certified teacher of English and Russian as foreign languages.

Professional Experience:

·       
Freelance Translator: Collaborated with leading translation agencies such as
Paspartu Translations, Mitra Translations, and Bureau Translations, handling
projects ranging from EU texts to Harley-Davidson manuals and BBC
documentaries.

·       
In-House Translator &
Proofreader
: Worked with the National Alliance for Social Responsibility
(NASO), translating and proofreading texts related to EU policies,
international conferences, and social inclusion initiatives.

Advantages of working with me:

·       
High-Quality Translations:
Fluent, accurate, and culturally adapted translations that preserve the style
and meaning of the source text.

·       
Reliability:
Consistently meet tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality.

·       
Adaptability:
Skilled in handling diverse projects, from legal and technical texts to
creative and conversational content.

·       
Customer-Centric Approach:
Adjustable rates and a commitment to ensuring client satisfaction.

I am passionate about languages and continuously invest in my
professional development by attending webinars, learning new languages (German,
Italian), and staying updated on the latest translation tools and AI
technologies.

Let’s collaborate to bring your projects to life with precision,
creativity, and cultural sensitivity.

 

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: 54
PRO-level pts: 50


Top languages (PRO)
English to Bulgarian20
Bulgarian to English8
Russian to English8
Spanish to English6
Spanish to Bulgarian4
Pts in 1 more pair >
Top general fields (PRO)
Other12
Law/Patents12
Art/Literary10
Bus/Financial8
Science8
Top specific fields (PRO)
Poetry & Literature10
Business/Commerce (general)8
Education / Pedagogy8
Other4
Cooking / Culinary4
Economics4
Social Science, Sociology, Ethics, etc.4
Pts in 2 more flds >

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Profile last updated
Feb 12