Chandrakant D. Shastrakar
Marathi Linguist | Senior Translator | Localization Expert
Ramtek
Summary
Results-driven Marathi language specialist with 10+ years of experience in translation, localization, and linguistic quality assurance. Proven ability to deliver high-accuracy translations across e-commerce, UI/UX, legal, and technical domains. Recognized for driving process improvements, maintaining 98%+ QA accuracy, and scaling multilingual projects for global clients such as Amazon and Huawei. Expert in CAT tools and known for building terminology assets that reduce review cycles by up to 30%.
Experienced with providing accurate and culturally relevant translations. Utilizes linguistic proficiency and cultural knowledge to enhance communication across diverse audiences. Track record of managing translation projects efficiently and ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Translator
Reverie Language Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
04.2021 - Current
- Translated and reviewed over 1 million words in Marathi for high-impact UI/UX and legal content with 98%+ client QA scores.
- Spearheaded glossary development initiatives, improving translation consistency and reducing reviewer feedback by 30%.
- Coordinated freelance linguists and managed project trackers, leading to a 20% improvement in delivery timelines.
- Reduced turnaround time by 25% by implementing streamlined QA checklists and translation memory strategies.
Freelance Translator & Reviewer
01.2010 - Current
- Delivered over 2 million words of Marathi translation and review content across 15+ industries for clients including Amazon, Pactera, Pangeanic, and Process Nine Technologies.
- Achieved consistent 4.9+/5 satisfaction ratings on Upwork and ProZ based on accuracy, speed, and cultural adaptation.
- Amazon: Improved CTR by 18% for translated product pages by localizing content with regional buyer behavior in mind.
- Huawei (via Pactera): Enhanced UI clarity across mobile platforms by refining terminology and reducing user confusion.
Content Designer & Translator
Ikon Remedies Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Developed Marathi content for healthcare educational materials that improved patient comprehension by 40% in field surveys.
- Created brand-consistent translation guidelines that streamlined content creation for new product launches.
Media Manager
Sobhagya Advertising Pvt. Ltd.
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Produced and localized media campaigns across Marathi and Hindi markets, increasing regional campaign ROI by 25%.
- Collaborated with creative teams to ensure cultural accuracy and message alignment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
I.T.I. - Electronics
H.S.S.C. - Arts with Mathematics
Skills
English > Marathi Translation
Hindi > Marathi Translation
High-Volume Localization
Linguistic QA
SDL Trados
Lokalise
Memsource
Neotrans
ATMS
P9edittool
Prabandhak
Anuvadak
Terminology Management
Glossary Building
Quality Assurance
Process Optimization
Stakeholder Communication
Freelancer Coordination
Fast Typing
Accurate Typing
MS Office
Google Docs
Google Sheets
Google Forms
Certifications And Platforms
- Certified User: SDL Trados, Memsource
- Verified Linguist on ProZ, Upwork, Freelancer, TranslatorsCafe
Project Highlights
- Delivered 2M+ words in high-impact domains: e-commerce, legal, UI, healthcare.
- Developed 10+ multilingual glossaries, reducing QA revision loops by 30%.
- Led translation for projects averaging 100K+ words with
- Increased project throughput by 20% by optimizing freelance reviewer workflows.
Timeline
Senior Translator
Reverie Language Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
04.2021 - Current
Freelance Translator & Reviewer
01.2010 - Current
Content Designer & Translator
Ikon Remedies Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2015
Media Manager
Sobhagya Advertising Pvt. Ltd.
01.2004 - 01.2010