Taras Shevchenko

Key Skills

Software

Lionbridge

Appen

Top Subject Matter

Transcription Quality Assurance

Machine Translation Post-Editing

Data Annotation for ML Training

Top Data Types

Text

Audio

Top Task Types

Transcription

Classification

Freelancer Overview

Proofreader – Machine Transcriptions (Ukrainian Language). Brings 8+ years of professional experience across complex professional workflows, research, and quality-focused execution. Core strengths include Lionbridge, Centific, and Appen. Education includes Bachelor of Economics, Odessa Economic University (2016). AI-training focus includes data types such as Text and labeling workflows including Transcription, Translation, and Localization.

Labeling Experience

Post-Editing Machine Translations

Text

Edited AI-generated translations for Russian, Ukrainian, and English language pairs to ensure linguistic quality and consistency. Provided comprehensive post-editing feedback and collaborated on improving machine translation systems through QA testing. Delivered outputs that met rigorous requirements and project-specific guidelines. • Enhanced consistency of terminology across translations. • Supported feedback loops for iterative model improvements. • Delivered high-quality, deadline-driven translation reviews. • Worked on multiple linguistic projects in parallel.

Edited AI-generated translations for Russian, Ukrainian, and English language pairs to ensure linguistic quality and consistency. Provided comprehensive post-editing feedback and collaborated on improving machine translation systems through QA testing. Delivered outputs that met rigorous requirements and project-specific guidelines. • Enhanced consistency of terminology across translations. • Supported feedback loops for iterative model improvements. • Delivered high-quality, deadline-driven translation reviews. • Worked on multiple linguistic projects in parallel.

2019 - Present

Data Annotator

AppenTextClassification

Labeled and categorized various data types such as text, images, and audio according to specific project instructions. Verified annotation accuracy and maintained strict adherence to guidelines to support machine learning initiatives. Managed simultaneous annotation projects and tracked progress on proprietary platforms. • Delivered high-quality labeled datasets under strict timelines. • Provided accurate categorization for ML algorithm training. • Ensured consistency and repeatability in data annotations. • Supported AI model development with precise labeling.

Labeled and categorized various data types such as text, images, and audio according to specific project instructions. Verified annotation accuracy and maintained strict adherence to guidelines to support machine learning initiatives. Managed simultaneous annotation projects and tracked progress on proprietary platforms. • Delivered high-quality labeled datasets under strict timelines. • Provided accurate categorization for ML algorithm training. • Ensured consistency and repeatability in data annotations. • Supported AI model development with precise labeling.

2018 - 2022

Proofreader – Machine Transcriptions (Ukrainian Language)

LionbridgeTextTranscription

Reviewed and corrected machine-generated Ukrainian transcriptions for grammatical, punctuation, and factual accuracy. Collaborated closely with project managers to meet quality benchmarks and productivity targets. Maintained detailed logs of reviewed data and adhered to established time tracking using internal tools. Contributed quality assurance expertise to fast-paced labeling projects. • Ensured consistency and accuracy on high-volume transcription datasets. • Provided feedback to improve transcription models. • Supported process optimization and workflow improvements. • Worked remotely with language and AI teams.

Reviewed and corrected machine-generated Ukrainian transcriptions for grammatical, punctuation, and factual accuracy. Collaborated closely with project managers to meet quality benchmarks and productivity targets. Maintained detailed logs of reviewed data and adhered to established time tracking using internal tools. Contributed quality assurance expertise to fast-paced labeling projects. • Ensured consistency and accuracy on high-volume transcription datasets. • Provided feedback to improve transcription models. • Supported process optimization and workflow improvements. • Worked remotely with language and AI teams.

2019 - 2020

Education

Work History