I have worked as a freelance general linguist and project manager for 30 years, specialising in technical writing, complex editing and copyediting, translations (Dutch to English and Afrikaans to English), and proofreading.
I am a certified Translator and experienced Media Professional.
Please contact me directly for prices for specialized translations, transcreation and copywriting.
Both English and German are mother tongues; linguistic skill and experience are guaranteed, with the marketing and media writing experience to deliver sophisticated and polished translations.
I am passionate about my work and truly enjoy writing and translation work. And, as everyone knows, if you genuinely love your work, you cannot BUT be good.
"Pharmex", "Aldi Talk", "BBQ Master", "BW-Bank (Baden-Württembergische Bank)", "Com Direct Bank", WIGGS Bank", "Saturno GmbH", "Atlas PROfilax Academy Switzerland ®", "AquaClic Publique", "On-Star" and the "Frankfurt, Hessen Dept, of Justice”, as well as the "Finanzamt Berlin Charlottenburg", among others.
I have completed the following types of texts:
• CV's and Reference Letters
• Legal Documents
• Marketing Copy
• Product Descriptions
• Newspaper and Magazine Articles
• Contracts
• Forex / Finance Documents
• Certificates
• Transcription of Advertising Films and Promotions
• Academic Papers
• Websites
• Technical Translations (Handbooks, Descriptions)
• Fictional texts
I hold a B.A. (Languages) degree, two Project Management diplomas and a certificate in html/css and web design, as well as a TEFL diploma, amongst others. I have excellent time management skills, outstanding attention to detail and a highly professional work ethic.
I have been editing and proofreading university theses, novel and literature manuscripts, newsletter and other publications on a freelance basis since 2002. Fluent in English, Afrikaans and German, with a strong proficiency in Dutch, I offer multiple professional linguistic services.
I was employed as a Marketing and Communications Specialist in South Africa for Investec Bank, Commercial Union and Mutual & Federal. After moving to New Zealand, I became the online marketing and communications manager for Spicers Wealth Management in Auckland, followed by senior online communications manager for Tower Financial Advisory Services.
I relocated permanently to Ireland in 2012, and am based in Dublin city.
Training and mentoring interpretation of Primary Sources for Faculty, Graduate and Undergraduate students intra- and extramurally at Cornell. Foreign Language testing according to EEU standards for Students and Faculty. Developing a course in tergeted reading of Primary Sources for Graduate Students. Paleorgraphy transcription and Translation as well as training for PhD candidates and writers, Summarizing books and tracing features for researchers. Translating handwritten lists for Lawyers. Translated novel of a Dutch-Surinamese writer. Developing oral tests according to EY standards for sutdents, who went to Europese universities. Translated classified materials. Translated handwritten materials from the 1600s. Guided reading classes of Middle Dutch writers and Mystics. Aided art historians with important reference materials.Translated " Catalogues Raisonnes.Translated folders and informational materials for art exhibits. Trained a horticultural Director in Dutch. Taught Afrikaans.
I translate from Dutch and Afrikaans to US and UK English. More than 3 years experience & over 400 successfully completed projects for reputable agencies & individuals.
Good day,
I can translate/edit/proofread 4000 – 6000 words per day at a rate of 0.02 USD per word and will do it in any format you prefer.
My languages are English, Afrikaans, and Dutch.
Please feel free to contact me if you would like to make use of my services.
Regards,
Charlene de Lange
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