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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

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

I.T.I. - Electronics

H.S.S.C. - Arts with Mathematics

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -

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