
Sara Mohamed Abdelhalim
Localization Engineer at Elocalize
Mokattam, Cairo, EgyptWork Experience
Localization EngineerFull Time
Oct 2021 - Present -3 yrs, 8 months
- Job Details:• Preparation, Analysis, and Post-processing of files for localization (Determine counts of files, words, and numbers of Graphics in the files). • Setup and maintain file structure for localization. • Set up and use localization tools. • Manage Translation Memory setup and standards for each client. • Communicate to project managers the processes associated with technology and tools. • Provide technical support for localization projects. • Responsible for assuring that localized product retains the same design, appearance, and functionality as the original source product and in accordance with client specifications. • Provide training and support to the production team on the localization tools used. • Report technical problems and provide solutions.
Localization Project ManagerFull Time
- Job Details:- Managing localization projects from beginning to end, working closely with language specialists, localization engineers, internal business partners, and external vendors. - Developing project plans and workflows, managing time, budget, resources, and quality control. - Checking job requirements, verifying given instructions, and checking files upon receipt &on delivery. - Assigning the most suitable and available resources to a project making sure instructions are followed. - Run the necessary checks on target files before delivery. - Issuing the purchase orders to the assigned resource with the relevant data. - Updating the project records, sending POs to Finance. - Directing team’s deliveries to timelines and product quality, including responsiveness and professionalism towards both internal and external clients. - Leading project/client/business partner meetings and conference calls, including project kick-off meetings. - Preparing and maintaining project documentation. - Maintaining informative and professional communication with clients, resources, and colleagues.
Production coordinatorFull Time
Hindawi Foundation
Jul 2017 - Oct 2020 -3 yrs, 3 months
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:• Manage production teams: Markup - Arabic proofreading - Graphics. • process and review books before uploading them to the site or sending them to the print-house. • Manage any technical problems with teams. • Solve and test any problems in (PDF, Epub, KFX, Apps, add-in, website) with the IT department. • Coordinate with other teams to achieve the publishing plan. • Hire new members in production teams.
Final QC specialistFull Time
Hindawi foundation
Jun 2013 - Jul 2017 -4 yrs, 1 month
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:• Revise the book’s pdf (Cover, Copyright Page, Page Layout, Figures) and check its quality according to the Style guide and the checklist. • Add the ISBN & digital registration number in the Book. • Make Sure that the XML file is in the right format with no technical errors and fix any wrong formed Parts. • Check both book’s epub & KFX. • Send Feedback to the Layout and Markup member to Identify and avoid any existing or potential errors. • Work on any assigned special tasks.
Education
Mass Communication in PR & Advertising
Cairo University (CU)Jan 2007 - Jan 2011 - 4 yr
Skills
Languages
Arabic
FluentEnglish
Advanced
Training & Certifications
Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management
Coursera·2021Boost the SEO Traffic with Perfectly Optimized Content- mini course
Click minded·2021Localization Essentials
Udacity·2021Digital Marketing - Nanodegree program - Advanced Track
Udacity and The Egypt FWD program·2021Front End Development Track
1 Million Arab Coders initiative·2020Digital Marketing - Nanodegree program - Professional Track
Udacity and The Egypt FWD program·2020Digital Marketing - Nanodegree program - challenger Track
Udacity and The Egypt FWD program·2020English for the Workplace
EDRAAK Corporation (online education)·2020Introduction of Maharat Min Google.
Online Workshop·2020Principles of Human Resource Management
EDRAAK Corporation (online education)·2015TOEFL ITP Certificate
– AMIDEAST·2014Organizational & Work Behaviors Workshop
MBA-Egypt Cooperated with Hindawi Publishing Corporation·2013Professional Graphic Diploma
YAT Learning Centers·2010Public Relations Dep.
In The Eastern Company for smoking·2010Public Relations Dep.
In Cairo University·2010Developing The Abilities of Youth
Social Contract Center & Revive Consultings·2009