Laura Sato
Maison Ueda 7A, Ueda Minami 2-113, Tempaku, Nagoya, Aichi JAPAN 468-0053
Telephone: +81-80-5111-6444 Email: laura.sato@alumni.utoronto.ca
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Japanese to English freelance translator looking for opportunities to develop her skills in areas of
expertise and explore new fields.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
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Produces clearly written and accurate translations with fast turnaround.
Highly organized and motivated with excellent research skills.
Proficient in computer applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Fluent in Japanese with six years of residency in Japan.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Animal Behavior, Sept 1998 - May 2002
University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Freelance Translator, August 2006 to present
• Provides English to Japanese translation and proofreading services. Major projects
include: academic papers, abstracts and presentations related to health science,
nutrition and biological rhythms for professors in Japanese Universities, including a
7000 character report on access to dental care; a 22,000 character University course
manual in computer programming; letters of recommendation for MBA and other
graduate programs for bank employees
In-house Translator, Aug 2006 to present
MEG-Maruka Kakouki Co., Ltd., Miyoshi, Aichi, Japan
• Translates technical manuals for polyurethane injection machines and related
devices, company brochures, legal documents and email and fax communications.
• Interprets at business and technical meetings.
Student Office Administration Staff, Sept 2005 to Aug 2006
Toyota Technological Institute, Nagoya, Japan
• Assisted international students, interpreting when necessary.
• Translated University documents and brochures, employee handbooks, legal
memorandums and email communications.
• Assisted in general office administration.
Assistant Language Teacher, Aug 2002 to Aug 2005
Tajimi High School, Tajimi, Gifu, Japan
• Created and administered curriculum for oral communication.
• Prepared teaching materials, lessons and examinations.