Jia Hui Amanda Tan

I am a Chinese major fresh graduate in Nanyang Technological University interested in launching my career in the Chinese media, cultural and the Translation industry. Throughout my course of studies and internship experience, I have developed strong research, Chinese writing and interpersonal skills. Besides academics, I actively engaged myself in various activities such as tutoring, creative writing (also lyrics writing) , writing for book review and translating.

Chinese Tutor

Apr 2019 - Jun 2022

• Taught Chinese Language to students from international (ICGSE and IB) and local schools, mainly in areas such as Oral Speaking, Composition Writing and Comprehension 
• Taught Chinese Language to students who wish to learn Chinese from beginner level 
• Generated worksheets and prepare relevance materials
• Two of my students from international schools obtained the highest score of 7 at their final examination

Writer and Digital Content Intern, Singapore Press Holdings Ltd 

Sep 2018 - Feb 2019

• Produced high quality news articles for Lianhe Zaobao and Shin Min Daily News. Gathered information through on-site interviews, internet, and contacting different merchants.
• Worked with camera crews to ensure smooth process of interview.
• Managed Zshop website as well as 早报俱乐部Facebook Page, and SPH Reward Phone App.
• Assisted in events such as Distinguish Chinese Language Teachers Awards Ceremony 2018 and Zaobao Cultural and Creative Space.

Translator and Shop Assistant, Giggles Indoor Children Playground

Jun 2016 - Dec 2017

• Expanded company’s target audiences by translating a 20 over pages company brochure (EN to CN).
• Successfully organised events such as children’s birthday parties and Christmas parties.
• Responded to inquiries in a hectic environment.

BA in Chinese Studies, Nanyang Technological University

Aug 2019 - Dec 2022

• Minor in Chinese Creative Writing
• Honours (Highest Distinction), CGPA 4.59/5.00
• Dean's list 2021-2022 

Diploma in Chinese Studies, Ngee Ann Polytechnic 

Apr 2016 - Apr 2019 

• Specialised in Chinese Business 
• Gold medalist, CGPA: 3.91/4.00 
• Obtained the best performance for Chinese Business Translation
• Recipient for Mrs Wan Boo Sow Award for three consecutive years