Rustam Shafikov

Rustam Shafikov is a highly skilled and experienced translator with a diverse background in various industries.

He has an extensive history of translating for well-known companies like Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, Linksys, Intel, Konami, OLX.com in business, administration, and economic sectors.

In the IT, telecom, engineering, and technical fields, Rustam has translated technical documentation, software and hardware products, user's manuals, product descriptions, and more for companies like ABB, Cisco, Motorola, Huawei, and Microsoft, showcasing his expertise in these areas.

His proficiency extends to the videogame industry where he has localized content for games from Square Enix, Konami, Blizzard, and various mobile games, displaying a deep understanding of gaming terminology and culture.

Furthermore, Rustam has provided translation services for tourism-related materials, including travel guides and website content, demonstrating his versatility across different subject matters.

With a background in linguistic validation projects for reputable institutions like MAPI Institute, ICON plc, and RWS, Rustam excels in ensuring accurate and culturally appropriate translations.

His specialties include translation, editing, proofreading, transcreation, and linguistic validation, making him a well-rounded professional in the field.

Rustam studied MA in English philology at Bashkir State University and has a diverse work history ranging from freelance translator roles to positions at companies like Pole To Win Europe Ltd., Alchemic Dream, Ciena, and OLX.

His experience also includes working with firms like Huawei Technologies, SNEMA, and thebigword, highlighting his adaptability and expertise in diverse work environments.