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High-quality, precise, natural-sounding translation. IT specialist
Account type
Freelance translator and/or interpreter, Verified site user
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French to English (University of Salford) English to French (University of Salford)
Memberships
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Software
Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Trados Studio, Wordfast
Bio
MA Translating and Interpreting - French-Eng, Eng-French
BA Joint Honours French and German
Several years experience in IT sector
Software, hardware, networking support
Experienced creative translator- Marketing, advertising , product branding
Recent clients - AstraZenica, Michelin, EDF Energy, Total, Roland-Garros, Land Rover, Orange, BP
PR, marketing and brand development
E-commerce
International relations, EU
Environment
A highly-qualified language professional with solid experience in other key industires. I offer fast, accurate, natural-sounding translations as well as conference and business interpreting services in French and English. I have several years experience working in the IT and marketing sectors, which adds real value to my work. I believe in giving the client the best possible service and quality of work.
Education Background:
Qualifications
2007 – 2008 University of Salford MA Translation and Interpreting (award pending) – French-Eng-FrenchTranslation (Bilateral)Simultaneous, consecutive and liaison/business interpreting.Modules in IT Project management and IT/Translation memory software
1991 – 1995 University of Salford BS Joint Honours Degree in French & German – 2.1
Languages
English Mother tongue
French Spoken and written fluency
German High level of spoken and written fluency
IT Skills Summary
SDL Trados
Microsoft Exchange / Outlook
Microsoft Office Suite
Video conferencing
Citrix
Operating systems: Windows 95 / NT / 2000 / XP
Active Directory
SAP
Understanding of Networks
Remote Access and Virtual Private Networking
NetMeeting Remote Desktop sharing
Personal Skills Summary
· Good written and verbal communication skills at all levels
· Fluency in French and German
· Fast, accurate, natural-sounding translations
· Conference interpreting experience
· Solid experience in the IT sector
· Marketing, advertising and brand development experience
· Self motivated with strong organisational skills
· Good attention to detail
· Work well on own initiative and also as part of a team
· Enjoy working in a challenging environment
Expertise