BARA'A EKBARIEH
Pennsylvania
Summary
Arabic-English interpreter and translator with experience supporting international NGOs, media organizations, and cross-functional teams. Delivers accurate, culturally informed interpretation and translation while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards. Completed Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreter Training through Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), strengthening readiness for interpreter work in healthcare and multicultural settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Translator & Language Services Specialist
Freelance Translator & Language Services Specialist
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided Arabic-English translation and localization services for NGOs, educational platforms, and media clients.
- Localized scientific content for Arabic-speaking learners through the Madrasa initiative.
- Produced culturally sensitive translations for interviews and documentary materials.
- Supported CARE International through translation of financial and administrative documentation.
- Collaborated with e-Arabization on academic and professional projects.
- Provided ad hoc bilingual mediation and interpretation support.
Administrative Assistant
iMMAP Jordan
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Coordinated procurement, scheduling, and travel for international staff.
- Translated internal and legal documentation.
- Served as a bilingual liaison between English-speaking management and Arabic-speaking stakeholders.
Content Writer
Wajeez
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Created clear, engaging summaries of complex Arabic texts while maintaining editorial accuracy and tone.
Social Media Data Analyst (Freelance)
Ureed
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Analyzed and categorized user-generated content, developing linguistic analysis and pattern-recognition skills.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Italian and English Languages and Literature
University of Jordan
01-2017
Skills
- Arabic-English Interpretation & Translation
- Medical & Community Interpreting Foundations
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Cultural Mediation
- Active Listening & Register Control
- Accuracy & Contextual Meaning Transfer
- Confidentiality & Ethics
- Time Managemant
Certification
Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreter Training
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), 2025
Timeline
Freelance Translator & Language Services Specialist
Freelance Translator & Language Services Specialist
02.2020 - 06.2022
Content Writer
Wajeez
12.2019 - 04.2020
Administrative Assistant
iMMAP Jordan
07.2018 - 12.2019
Social Media Data Analyst (Freelance)
Ureed
04.2018 - 07.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Italian and English Languages and Literature
University of Jordan