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Translation

Localization | MT post-editing | Transcreation

Which languages do you work with?

I translate out of German and Russian into both British (UK) and American (US) English. Please specify which variant(s) you would prefer when you contact me.

How much do you charge?

A lot of translators charge a minimum fee – but I only charge for what you need, whether by the word, line, page or hour. I can bill according to the number of words in the source text, even if it is only a few words or sentences, or at an hourly rate. Drop me a message to discuss exact pricing and processes for your project.

Can you help with terminology management?

Yes – I can. Terminology management is particularly useful for texts where consistent terminology is key. Send me your translation memory and/or glossary and I can match your company's standard terminology from the get-go – or we can start building one together. If you have any questions about using translation memory systems and how they can help you, please get in touch.

What sort of texts do you specialise in?

I translate a wide range of texts, but I specialise in translating the following:
- Marketing and press materials: including brochure, leaflet and advert copy; product descriptions; press releases
- Websites: text snippets, single web pages, whole websites, blogs
- Books & magazines: blurbs, non-fiction books, journalistic articles
- Audiovisual: subtitles, transcriptions

What subject areas do you specialise in?

I specialise in the style and vocabulary of the following areas in particular:
Topics:
- mechanical watchmaking & luxury goods
- linguistics and philology
- the education sector
- business, management and leadership

Industries:
- media, film and TV
- publishing, literature, journalism
- membership organisations
- marketing, advertising, PR, communications
- retail, e-commerce
- culture, tourism, travel, hospitality
- humanities and the arts

What software do you use?

I can work with files in multiple formats (.doc, .xls, .odt, .pages, .pdf). For texts where consistent terminology is particularly key (such as more technical texts or marketing campaigns), I often use computer aided translation (CAT) tools to match your company's standard terminology. If this sounds like something that could help you, please get in touch.

Editing

Structural editing | Copy editing | Line editing | Fact checking

What’s the difference between editing and proofreading?

Proofreading mainly involves checking the consistency of spelling, grammar and adherence to house style – but no changing of the style or content. Editing is a bit like proofreading-plus. It involves inspecting and improving the accuracy and style of a text. This means, in addition to spelling and grammar, also checking that the information in it is correct and that the text flows well and makes sense. This is helpful if you would like to improve the structure of the text or if there are names and facts that you would like double checking, for example.

How much do you charge?

A lot of editors charge a minimum fee – but I only charge for what you need, whether by the word, line, page or hour, even if it is only a few words or sentences. Drop me a message to discuss exact pricing and processes for your project.

What sort of texts do you specialise in?

I specialise in translating the following kinds of texts:
- Marketing and press materials: including brochure, leaflet and advert copy; product descriptions; press releases
- Websites: text snippets, single web pages, whole websites, blogs
- Books & magazines: manuscripts, illustrated non-fiction books, journalistic articles
- Audiovisual: subtitles, transcriptions

What software do you use?

I can work with files in multiple formats (.doc, .xls, .odt, .pages, .pdf). ​I can also work with HTML and LaTex if required.

Proofreading

What’s the difference between editing and proofreading?

Proofreading mainly involves checking the consistency of spelling, grammar and adherence to house style – but no changing of the style or content. Editing is a bit like proofreading-plus. It involves inspecting and improving the accuracy and style of a text. This means, in addition to spelling and grammar, also checking that the information in it is correct and that the text flows well and makes sense. This is helpful if you would like to improve the structure of the text or if there are names and facts that you would like double checking, for example.

How much do you charge?

A lot of proofreaders charge a minimum fee – but I only charge for what you need, whether by the word, line, page or hour, even if it is only a few words or sentences. Drop me a message to discuss exact pricing and processes for your project.

What software do you use?

I can work with files in multiple formats (.doc, .xls, .odt, .pages, .pdf). ​I can also work with HTML and LaTex if required.

Copywriting

What sort of texts do you specialise in writing?

I specialise in creating the following kinds of texts:
- Long-form media (e.g. journalistic articles, book copy)
- Marketing materials (e.g. brochures, leaflet and advert copy; press releases; product descriptions)
- Website copy
- Technical guides

How much do you charge?

I generally charge £37.50 per 100 words. Drop me a message to discuss exact pricing for your project.

Can I see a sample of your writing?

Explore my portfolio for some examples of my writing.