Derek Fitzgerald
Moscow
Summary
Multilingual professional with Russian work permit, residing in Moscow. Fluent in English and Russian, with conversational skills in German. Expertise in cultural adaptability and independent problem-solving, focused on delivering impactful results and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Translator
Self-employed
New York
01.2018 - Current
- Translation of documents from Russian into English
- Translated legal, business, and personal documents for self-employed clients.
- Reviewed source text for tone, meaning, and language accuracy.
- Experience with Microsoft and Google programs
- Ensured customer satisfaction with timely turnaround of documents, meeting deadlines and working under pressure
- Proofread translated materials for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Managed client requests, deadlines, and file delivery independently.
- Facilitated communication for people with limited language proficiency.
- Reviewed source documents prior to translation to ensure clarity and understanding of the content.
Courier Contractor
Self-employed
New York
01.2021 - 04.2026
- Delivered parcels and documents for independent courier operation across assigned routes
- Planned daily pickup and drop-off routes for self-employed courier services
- Verified shipment details against delivery instructions before leaving each location
- Loaded and secured packages for safe transport in personal delivery vehicle
- Collected signatures and proof of delivery for courier assignments
- Inspected vehicle condition and maintained service readiness for daily courier work
- Delivered packages to homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, construction sites and other locations in a timely manner.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions regarding deliveries or pickups.
- Made sure that all paperwork was completed accurately in order to maintain accurate records of deliveries and pickups.
Sales Manager
Self-employed
New York
01.2018 - 04.2026
- Managed self-employed sales operations across private client relationships and service offerings.
- Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
Caregiver
Self-employed
New York
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting support.
- Prepared meals and monitored daily nutrition needs.
- Managed medication reminders and care schedules.
- Supported mobility, transfers, and safe walking assistance.
- Cleaned living spaces and maintained sanitary home environments.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Administrative Volunteer
Middletown High School
New York
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Supported Middletown High School office staff with daily clerical tasks
- Prepared mailings, notices, and office documents for distribution.
- Processed incoming mail including sorting correspondence into appropriate categories and distributing it promptly.
- Assisted in the coordination of administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and photocopying documents.
- Filed attendance records, forms, and correspondence for easy retrieval.
Education
Middletown High School
Middletown , USA Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Syracuse University
Syracuse, USASkills
- English and Russian fluency
- Conversational German
- Russian translation
- Proofreading
- Document review
- Deadline management
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Proofreading skills
- Cultural awareness
- Transcription services
- Verbal and written communication
Languages
English
First Language
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
- Certified Typist, Orange County NY
- US Social Policy, Harvard School
- Kultur und Recht, Julian-Maximilians Universität Würzburg
- Grundlagen der Künstlichen Intelligenz, Państwowy Instytut Badawczy
Affiliations
- Language learning
- Photography
- Reading
- Exercising
Work Permits
- Russia
- USA
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Appreciation, American Legion Auxiliary
- Award of Recognition, Syracuse University
- Cadet of the Month, Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps
- Stephan Decatur Award, Surface Navy Association
Timeline
Courier Contractor
Self-employed
01.2021 - 04.2026
Caregiver
Self-employed
01.2019 - 11.2023
Freelance Translator
Self-employed
01.2018 - Current
Sales Manager
Self-employed
01.2018 - 04.2026
Administrative Volunteer
Middletown High School
01.2014 - 01.2016
Middletown High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Syracuse University