I'm a UK-based native French and English translator offering over a decade of experience in professional language services.
I am based out of Bournemouth, England.
I’ve specialised in the French↔English language pair, providing high quality, native translations for companies and agencies around the world.
All my translations are 100% HUMAN.
I have particular interest in legal, technical and literary texts but also work regularly with general, marketing, financial and gaming content.
I also offer adjunct services in the following areas
- Content creation (EN/FR)
- Copywriting
- Transcriptions
- Transcription-translations
- Proofreading
- Project Management
I deliver on time 99.9% of the time.
The other 0.1% is due to forces majeures which, by definition, are beyond my control.
You can count on me for polished, ready-to-publish translations, edits and proofreads.
With over 20 years of professional linguistic experience, a commitment to excellent client service, and a rigorous attention to detail, you can depend on this pair of hands for excellent, reliable service-delivery.
Need someone who can work independently, take ownership of his brief, and hit the ground running with minimal hand-holding? I'm your guy.
Need someone who can fit into your existing team and workflows?
Also your man here.
I have collaborated with countless teams over the years, working on an array of platforms and translation management systems.
I am comfortable on MemoQ, SDLTrados, WordFast, and other traditional formats such as Google Docs, Word, Excel, HTML, markdown, and a few more else besides.
I have also worked on a variety of translation management systems designed in-house by some of the numerous agencies and SaaS companies I've collaborated with.
I get the hang of new, such systems pretty quickly.
Please feel free to send me an invite to your project and I'd be happy to discuss it!
English
French
Medical Transcription
English to French Translation
French to English Translation
Editing & Proofreading
Localization
Technical Translation
Medical Translation
Legal Translation
Mathilde S.
Burntwood, United Kingdom
$40/hr
5.0
76 jobs
As a French native speaker, I moved into England in 2018 in order to keep on improving my vocabulary and learning new expressions.
Being passionate about languages and the world of translation, I know the importance of delivering the original meaning and tone of translated texts. As the connector between two different languages, I always try my best to maintain the "spirit" of the source language without skipping any misunderstood word in order to keep a good work quality.
- Native French, Near Native English with frequent travel between the two
- Experienced in using Microsoft and adobe products to meet the clients needs
- Localisation Experience with comprehensive knowledge of individual cultural differences
- Expertise in translating texts in UK English FRA French
- Experienced providing Quality Assurance to text and Localization projects
In addition to translation, I also offer editing and proofreading services to ensure that the final product is error-free and polished.
Quotes from people I've worked with:
"If you want an accurate translation in a very short space of time. Mathilde is the answer to your prayers. She is finishes in double-quick time, with no loss of accuracy and is very easy to work with."
"A perfect translation every time with very few typos, and a real understanding of the nuances in the original language."
"She is a delight to work with. Cheerful, patient and empathetic. I hope she will translate many more."
"I feel my stories are safe in her hands."
If you are looking for a reliable and experienced French translator, please don't hesitate to contact me. I would be happy to provide a quote and samples of my work upon request."
Mathilde S,
English
French
Proofreading
Documentation
Translation
General Transcription
Audio Transcription
Linguistics
French to English Translation
Writing
Data Entry
English to French Translation
Typing
Video Transcription
Kelvin O.
Carmarthen, United Kingdom
$15/hr
5.0
6 jobs
🇬🇧 Native English | 🇫🇷 Native French | 🇩🇪 German Linguist
✨ Business | Financial | Marketing | Localization Expert
Hello! Bonjour! Guten Tag!
Are you looking for a translator who does more than simply convert words from one language to another?
Do you need translations that sound natural, preserve your message, and truly connect with your audience?
Would you like to work with someone who understands not only languages, but also the cultures, businesses, and people behind them?
Then you are in the right place.
Languages have been part of my identity from the very beginning long before they became my profession. I was born to a British father and a French mother, which blessed me with two native languages and two beautiful cultures to call my own. I spent my early years and completed my basic education in France, where my love for languages, literature, and communication grew naturally. Later, I moved to the United Kingdom to continue my academic journey, specializing in European Studies and earning a Master's degree in German Studies (Modern language)
Growing up between countries, cultures, and languages taught me something very important:
✨ Translation is not replacing words.
✨ Translation is preserving meaning.
✨ Translation is respecting cultures.
✨ Translation is making your audience feel as though the text was originally written just for them.
That philosophy has guided my work throughout my career.
Alongside my linguistic background, I also gained valuable experience in banking, business, and marketing environments. This has given me a strong understanding of financial terminology, corporate communication, and the language of international business. Whether it is a financial report, a website, a marketing campaign, or a business proposal, I understand that your words represent your brand, your credibility, and your reputation.
... Although I am new to Upwork, I am certainly not new to professional translation.
Over the past 7 years, I have worked with businesses, professionals, and international clients outside this platform, helping them communicate effectively across English, French, and German speaking markets. My experience has taught me that trust is earned through consistency, attention to detail, and delivering work that exceeds expectations. I now bring that same level of dedication and professionalism to every project I take on here on Upwork.
WHAT I DELIVER
- French ↔ English Translation
- German ↔ English Translation
- French ↔ German Translation
- Business & Corporate Translation
- Financial & Banking Translation
- Marketing & Website Localization
- Proofreading & Editing
- UK & US English Adaptation
- Business Correspondence & Reports
CAT I have experience with:
- SDL Trados
- SmartCat
- XTM Cloud
- memsource
- Weglot
- InDesign
- Localize
- MateCat
7+ Years of Proven Results
- Business Documents: 5,000+ translated and localized documents delivered across English, French, and German
- Financial & Banking Materials: 1,500+ Financial reports, statements, proposals, and corporate documents translated
- Marketing Content: 7,000+ pages of brochures, campaigns, and promotional materials adapted for international audiences
- Website Localization: 200+ Corporate websites and landing pages translated for UK, US, French, and German markets
- Academic & Research Materials: 1,000+ Research papers, reports, and educational content translated
- Corporate Communication: 300+ emails, presentations, contracts, and business correspondence translated
- Blogs: 700+ blog post translated and delivered
FORMATS :
+Microsoft Word & Excel
+PDF
+PPT
+Website Content & HTML
+Google Docs and spreadsheets.
WHAT I CAN GUARANTEE YOU
- 100% Manual, Accurate & Professional Work
- Natural, Culturally Adapted Translations
- Quick Response & Friendly Communication
- Error Free Material to Professional Standards
- Strict Adherence to Deadlines
- Maximum Flexibility to Meet Your Expectations
- Complete Confidentiality & Professional Integrity
MY CORE VALUES
+ TIMELINESS
+ CULTURAL SENSITIVITY
+ 100% CLIENT SATISFACTION
+ PROFESSIONALISM
+ EXCELLENCE
MY PHILOSOPHY
I believe a great translation should never feel like a translation.
It should read naturally.
It should preserve the original spirit.
It should respect cultural differences.
And above all, it should help people, businesses, and ideas connect effortlessly across borders.
That is the standard I set for myself on every single project I take on.
Whether you require French/German to English or English to French/German translations, I am here to assist you. Let's collaborate to overcome language barriers and ensure your message reaches a global audience.
CONTACT NOW!!!
English
French
French to English Translation
German to English Translation
English to French Translation
English to German Translation
Translation
Localization
Proofreading
Editing & Proofreading
Translation & Localization Software
Business Translation
Financial Translation
Website Translation
Website Localization
German
Technical Translation
Academic Translation
Literary Translation
Amazon Translate
Laura H.
Braintree, United Kingdom
$50/hr
5.0
174 jobs
"I had the incredible opportunity to work with Laura on my book project, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. As a non-native English speaker, there were nuances I simply couldn’t capture on my own, and finding someone who could bridge that gap felt like an impossible task—until I found Laura. What I initially thought would be a daunting, months-long challenge turned into an efficient, seamless, and even enjoyable process, thanks to Laura." – Anna Denisova
A native English speaker fluent in Russian, French, and Spanish, I have over 18 years’ experience translating French-English and over 11 years’ experience translating Russian-English.
Qualifications: Ph. D (Russian literature), Master’s degree (Russian), Bachelor’s degree (Russian and French).
I specialise in financial and legal translation, but also have experience in a wide range of fields, including journalism, gastronomy, and academia.
Some of my main projects include:
• The Rossi Brothers YA series (French-English translation)
• Le Monde (French-English translation)
• Freedom Finance (Russian-English translation)
• Eurosport (French-English translation, copywriting)
• SW1 Translation (French/Russian/Spanish-English translation of passports, marriage certificates, and court documents)
I also have experience working with SEO, so together we can ensure that your business reaches as wide an audience as possible!
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch to discuss any projects that you have in mind! :)
English
Russian to English Translation
French to English Translation
English to Russian Translation
Website Localization
English to French Translation
General Transcription
Documentation
Translation
Megan P.
Alton, United Kingdom
$25/hr
5.0
319 jobs
I graduated from Jesus College, Oxford with a First Class Honours degree in French in 2016.
I have over eight years of experience as a freelance translator, translating texts and content across a broad range of genres from French to English and English to French. I am familiar with translation theory and am comfortable with producing and checking translations across various registers, whether technical, academic or literary or more informal. I pride myself on the accuracy and idiomatic nature of my translations, and never fail to keep the client’s requirements at the forefront of my attention. I specialise in literature and the arts, educational and e-learning content, science, general translation, correspondence, media and marketing.
I also work as an editor and proofreader on both a full-time and freelance basis, and show exceptional accuracy and attention to detail. I particularly enjoy working on educational content (specifically e-learning) and literary texts, but have extensive experience working across a variety of other genres and text types too.
I am meticulous in every aspect of translation, proofreading and editing and guarantee that any projects will be completed in a professional, punctual and thorough manner. I am highly responsive, flexible and committed in the projects I work on, and take pride in building excellent, lasting relationships with my clients, as can be seen from my reviews.
French
Translation
Proofreading
French to English Translation
Copy Editing
Microsoft Office
English to French Translation
Line Editing
Editing & Proofreading
Book Editing
AI Content Editing
Academic Proofreading
Literary Translation
Academic Translation
Arnaud W.
Sheffield, United Kingdom
$15/hr
5.0
6 jobs
SUMMARY
✅ I'm a content creator with experiences in editing videos ( Final cut pro), editing images/pictures (Adobe Lightroom), creating content itself from the ideation to the completion of the project.
✅ You can check out my social media Arnaud from France if you want to have a look ( Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube).
✅ I have the tools to make great content such as camera, microphone, ND filter; Tripod etc..for you and your brand.
✅ I've been working for small and medium sized businesses in France and the UK so i can help making content in both languages as well as doing some translation if needed.
✅ Got a Digital Media Degree as well as a Business Marketing Degree, got some experiences working as marketing strategist, managing social media and i helped grow a brand from 0 to 100K on Tiktok/Instagram reels.
✅ Social media expert with more than 7 years of experience making content, analysing different channels and providing results for my clients.
✅ Regular communication throughout the project to meet the expectations so let's keep in touch.
✅ Can translate English/French for your different projects
✅ Experienced in Design thumbnails for youtube, creating website to provide a good conversion.
✅ Experienced Video Editor
Content Editing
Content Creation
Video Production
Image Editing
Social Media Content
Teaching
Video Editing
Social Media Management
Business Development
Social Media Audit
YouTube Thumbnail
Final Cut Pro
Marketing Strategy
Translation
Digital Media
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