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ZSOLT MAGYAR
Hungarian-English Translator

ZSOLT MAGYAR

SEK Budapest International School
Budapest,BU

Summary

Translator offering more than 10-year background converting conversations, recordings and documents from Hungarian to English. Expertise in reviewing and proofreading mother-tongue text and conducting face-to-face interpretation. Proficient in various translation software such as Trados, Crowdin, Wordfast paired with first-rate time management and organizational abilities.

9
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

High School Teacher

2 Years
SEK Budapest International School | Budapest, Hungary | 08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching abilities further.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
  • Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
  • Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
  • Increased student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.

Archive Assistant

11 Months
University of Kent | Canterbury, UK | 10.2012 - 09.2013
  • I assisted the preparation of the research archive of an international archaeological project.
  • Assisted researchers in locating relevant materials, fostering effective collaboration between departments.
  • Streamlined the archival process by implementing a new categorization system for increased efficiency.
  • Provided expert advice on archival practices to colleagues and external stakeholders, positioning the organization as a leader in the field.
  • Managed high volumes of data entry tasks while maintaining strict attention to detail and accuracy of information entered into databases.

Doctoral Researcher

4 Years
Central European University | Budapest, Hungary | 09.2008 - 09.2012
  • Subject: Medieval Studies
  • I undertook my doctoral research in Medieval Studies, prepared publications and held conference presentations
  • Published multiple peer-reviewed articles, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
  • Developed innovative research methodologies for enhanced results and improved project outcomes.
  • Identified sources of funding to prepare research proposals and submit funding applications.
  • Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
  • Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding funerary archaeology.

Site Assistant

1 Year
Wessex Archaeology | Salisbury, UK | 2006 - 2007
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Personal Support Assistant

1 Year 1 Month
Northern Life Care | Leeds, UK | 07.2004 - 08.2005
  • Maintained client safety through close monitoring and timely response to potential hazards.
  • Aided clients in achieving personal goals through encouragement, guidance, and hands-on assistance when needed.
  • Improved client quality of life by providing personalized assistance with daily tasks and activities.
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.

Education

Master of Arts - European Historical Archaeology

University of Sheffield | 2005 - 2006
  • Degree Awarded with Honors
  • Dissertation: Southern Influences in Roman Sopianae

- English As A Foreign Language

Park Lane College | Leeds, UK | 2004 - 2005

University Diploma - Hungarian Grammar And Literature/Aesthetics

University of Pécs | 1995 - 2003
  • Chief editor of a literature journal
  • Study Abroad: Vrije University, Amsterdam
  • Dissertation: The postmodern and Ákos Kovács [a Hungarian poet and rock star]

Skills

Excellent communication skills
Teamwork
Customer Satisfaction
Scripting and Documentation
Customer Needs Assessments
Cultural Understanding
Consecutive Translation
Punctuation Corrections
Grammatical Skills
Technical Translation
Regional Dialects
Translate Documents
Business Communications
Resolve Translation Conflicts
Language Problems
Original Text Review
Conversation Interpretation
Audio Translations
Content Adaptation

Certification

  • Theme Centered Interaction Basic Training: The method of lively and effective group leadership, Ruth Cohn Institute International, Cologne 2015-2017
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Band 7.5 (Very Good), British Council, 2005
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE), Cambridge University Press, 2005

Hobbies

  • Playing guitar
  • Hiking
  • Woodworking

Languages

Hungarian
Native language
English
C2
Proficient

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Contract WorkPart Time

Location Preference

Remote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home option
"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing."
Walt Disney

Software

  • Trados

  • Crowdin

  • Wordfast

ZSOLT MAGYARHungarian-English Translator