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Florence A.

Berlin, Germany

$25/hr
4.9
302 jobs

Guten Tag! Fluent German Translator Delivering Precision and Impact Are you in need of an outstanding TRANSLATOR for your projects? Would you like to have a German/English translator who works with professionalism? With over 6 years of experience in the translation industry, I have honed my skills across a diverse range of sectors, including legal, medical, technical, and marketing. Whether it's legal contracts, medical documents, technical manuals, or marketing collateral, I ensure that every translation maintains the integrity and nuance of the original message while resonating effectively with the target audience. With vast experience in translation, primarily German to English and English to German translations with excellent skill; a professional German translator living in Berlin, Germany. I was born and raised in Berlin to a German mother and an English-Dutch father. I have my Bachelor's degree in English from Frankfurt University and a master's degree in Communication & Language from the University of Southern Denmark. Being born to a family with different origins and nationalities has allowed me to learn and converse fluently in diverse languages over time With a localized ability in the use of English and German. My commitment to excellence extends beyond just words. I leverage industry-leading translation tools and software, such as SDL Trados and MemoQ, to streamline the translation process and ensure consistency and efficiency in every project. Additionally, my keen awareness of cultural nuances allows me to deliver translations that not only speak the language but also speak to the heart of the audience, fostering meaningful connections and driving engagement. My Belief Client satisfaction is at the core of my work ethos. I pride myself on delivering translations that exceed expectations, consistently meeting deadlines, and surpassing quality standards. Clients are the first and a significant priority for me to create the utmost satisfaction on their project, which is my core value. I ensure In-time delivery with the best service on all projects. I am open to suggestions, ideas, and corrections to deliver the best quality work in a friendly environment. Send me a message with information about your project translation from German to English and English-German, and what you are looking for help with, and we can get started on it IMMEDIATELY. Thanks Florence A.

  • Translation
  • Website Translation
  • Content Localization
  • Technical Translation
  • Dutch to French Translation
  • English to German Translation
  • German to English Translation
  • English to French Translation
  • French to German Translation
  • German to Dutch Translation
  • English to Dutch Translation
  • Dutch to English Translation
  • German to French Translation
  • French to Dutch Translation
  • Dutch to German Translation
Silvana M.

Lagoa, Portugal

$18/hr
4.6
73 jobs

Clear, natural, and accurate translations in English, Portuguese, and German — carefully adapted so your message sounds fluent, professional, and ready to publish. Hi, I’m Silvana, a professional translator and proofreader with a Master’s degree in Translation and experience working with multilingual content for international clients. I help businesses, agencies, and individuals communicate clearly across languages. My work goes beyond word-for-word translation: I focus on meaning, tone, terminology, and cultural context so the final text reads naturally in the target language. I can help you with: • English ↔ Portuguese translation • German ↔ Portuguese translation • German ↔ English translation • Proofreading and editing • Website and document localization • Technical documents, manuals, and instructions • Marketing, business, and literary content • Subtitles and audiovisual translation Every project is handled with care, attention to detail, and clear communication from start to finish. I review grammar, terminology, formatting, tone, and consistency before delivery, so you receive a polished text that is accurate, fluent, and professional. I value reliability, realistic deadlines, and honest communication. I only accept projects when I am confident I can deliver high-quality work within the agreed timeframe. Whether you need a document translated, a website localized, subtitles adapted, or a text polished for publication, I’d be happy to help make your content clear, natural, and effective in the target language. Let’s make your message sound right — in every language.

  • English
  • German
  • Subtitles
  • Fluent
  • French
  • Audiovisual Translation
  • Portuguese
  • Proofreading
  • Translation
  • Audio Transcription
  • English to Portuguese Translation
  • German to English Translation
  • German to Portuguese Translation
  • English to German Translation
  • Subtitling
Muhammad Syarif F.

Pekanbaru, Indonesia

$13/hr
4.9
276 jobs

I am a multilingual translator specializing in translations from several European languages into English. My main source languages are German and Dutch. My service has been repeatedly used by TranslationPal, LLC (German, Dutch, etc.), Transferendi B.V. (Dutch, Indonesian) and Desindo Translation Service (Indonesian, Dutch, French, Italian). A more exhaustive list of my source-target language pairs: Indonesian to English, English to Indonesian, Latin to English, English to Latin, Ancient Greek to English German to English, Dutch to English, Danish to English, Norwegian to English Icelandic to English and Italian to English. I have been a prolific language learner from an early age, 12 years old to be exact. My learning has benefited from self-directed study of linguistics which enables me to systematically and analytically dissect various languages so as to have an easier time discerning them. I am a proficient user of SmartCAT; which is a professional computer-assisted translation software (not automatic translators like Google Translate). Professional translators use CAT apps mainly to boost efficiency and keep terminological consistency, not to replace the translator's expertise and intellectual effort. However, my default service is manual translation on Microsoft Word since that is what many clients are more comfortable with. I also have a membership at Proz.com, a website dedicated for professional translators worldwide. Although my passion is in linguistics, my actual professional academic domain is Petroleum Engineering with a focus on Geothermal Reservoir engineering.

  • German
  • Norwegian
  • Dutch
  • Microsoft Word
  • Project Management
  • English to Indonesian Translation
  • German to English Translation
  • Dutch to English Translation
  • Danish to English Translation
  • Latin to English Translation
  • Norwegian to English Translation
Birk S.

Bremen, Germany

$49/hr
5.0
256 jobs

Expanding into the German market? Don't let subpar translations stand in your way! I'm here to help you find success by faithfully adapting your English copy and ensuring it resonates effectively with the German audience. As a native German speaker with 10 years of professional translation experience and a background in the natural sciences, I bring a blend of professional skills and technical know-how to drive the success of your project. While I can work with many types of content, I specialize in the translation of: - Websites, apps & software - Marketing materials - Business communication (reports, presentations, press releases etc.) - Legal documents (contracts, T&C, GDPR etc.) - Financial documents Sounds like a good match? Drop me a message with your English text and a bit about your business and the project. I'll quickly advise on turnaround time and cost. If needed, I can provide different options tailored to your specific needs and budget. Already have German copy or AI translation that's not hitting the mark? No worries. With years of experience and a proven track record of helping clients thrive in the German market, I'll help you enhance your existing translations for maximum impact. Let's connect! And if it turns out I'm not the perfect fit, I'd be happy to guide you toward the right solution for your project.

  • English
  • German
  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Business Translation
  • Content Localization
  • Technical Translation
  • Contract Translation
  • German to English Translation
  • Translation & Localization Software
  • English to German Translation
  • Software Localization
  • Website Localization
  • Copywriting
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Content Editing
Thomas V.

Hohen Neuendorf, Germany

$25/hr
5.0
392 jobs

I'm a cross-cultural, native/bilingual professional translator and content editor for English-German-English business, marketing & technical documents (+ B2B website and software localization). Apart from my solid human translation skills – I am a member of the German Association of Freelance Translators & Interpreters, DVÜD –, you will benefit from over 25 years of practical engineering and operational management experience in the industry. Every work is proofread by a bilingual colleague (4-eye-principle). This way, you always receive a high-quality translation and professional competence from a single source! 🥇 GERMAN/DEUTSCH ↔︎ ENGLISH (UK/US) BIZ & TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS 🥇 Errors in business & technical translation cost you money, time & reputation. The costs of getting your message lost in a business translation can be high. When in 2009 HSBC translated their tagline "Assume Nothing" as "Do Nothing" it cost them more than $10 million! If you're looking to avoid spikes in your budget, project delays, increased legal costs, and even project failure, then you must work with a competent language service provider. That’s where I come in. YOUR BENEFITS – TRANSLATION, LOCALIZATION & TRANSCREATION FROM A NICHE EXPERT As a subject matter expert translator, my technical expertise helps me twist words the right way to communicate your message across the language barrier effectively. I bring in 25+ years of experience as an engineer, manager and executive in quality assurance, manufacturing operations, business development, and B2B marketing. I provide human translation (remaining faithful to the literal meaning), localization (adapting content to account for regional language differences), and transcreation services (creative translation and adaptation of messages to different markets). My work translates into peace of mind for you, knowing that nothing gets lost in translation, there are no additional costs or project delays due to mistranslation, and your reputation is 100% protected. ✅ Human Translations – No machine translation, handcrafted translation utilizing​ CAT tools to ensure consistency and speed. ✅ 2nd Translator Proofreading – All documents proofread by another translator to ensure top accuracy (4-eye-principle). ✅ Paraphrasing, adaption, and localization services - To meet your reader's needs and your brand's tone of voice in the target language. ✅ High Efficiency – Flexible working time, meticulous, sticks to deadlines. ✅ Fast Turnarounds – No more waiting multiple days for your translation. ✅ Top-Notch​ Communication – Quick to respond & always keep you in the picture. ✅ 360-Degree Service – Your sources aren't just input but I'll offer style recommendations, annotate typos, etc. (if appropriate). ✅ NDA On Request – Need to translate sensitive information? No worries, I’ll sign an NDA. MY SERVICES – I TRANSLATE & PROOFREAD: ● Technical Documents, Specs, Manuals, Business Proposals, Product & Requirement Specifications, Presentations, Online Content; ● Software or Website Localization; ● Online Product Descriptions (e.g., Amazon); ● Other Marketing & Business Content (privacy policies (GDPR) / terms and conditions, employee contracts, job descriptions, agreements, publications, pre-sale and post-sale materials, etc.); ● Subject Matter Expert for Smart Manufacturing, Internet-of-Things (IoT), Industry 4.0, Industrial Automation, Robotics, Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing, Cloud Computing, AI, Machine Learning, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, e-Mobility, Renewable Energy, Smart Grid/Smart City as well as e-commerce; ● Area of Expertise​: ICT, Software, Engineering, Computing, Supply Chain (Logistics, Procurement, etc.), Quality Assurance/Management, 6-Sigma/LEAN/Kaizen (incl. Kanban, Agile/SCRUM), process documentation (incl. BPMN), Digital Marketing, eCommerce. ❌ I DON’T TRANSLATE OR PROOFREAD: Medical/pharma, in-depth financial and legal documents, *certified* certificates, fiction, gaming, gambling & military, user manuals for A380s and atomic power plants ;) ❌ I DON’T OFFER VOICE RECORDING/TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES STANDARD RATES PER WORD: - specialist translations: USD 9 ct; - standard: USD 7 ct; - proofreading-only: -40%; - proofreading w/ back-translation​: +50% - express (less than 12hrs): + 25%; - source pre-processing: +10% (includes PDF to DOC conversion, OCR and post-conversion processing); handwritten/typewritten documents (non-OCR): $20/page - text optimization/adaption and transcreation: +20% SUPPORTED FILE FORMATS: TXT, DOC(X), XLS(X), PDF, MD, HTML, XML, YML, JSON, PO(T), BPMN + more! HIT THE INVITE BUTTON OR GET IN TOUCH WITH ME NOW TO GET STARTED

  • Technical Documentation
  • Proofreading
  • Software Localization
  • German to English Translation
  • Marketing Communications
  • English to German Translation
  • Translation & Localization Software
  • Contract Translation
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Business Translation
  • Technical Translation
  • Document Translation
  • Website Translation
  • Marketing Localization
  • Content Editing
André U.

Berlin, Germany

$33/hr
5.0
645 jobs

I’m a native German translator with over 500 successful projects and a 100% client satisfaction rate on UpWork, delivering high-quality translations that truly resonate with the target audience. With more than a decade of experience, I specialize in translating English and Spanish into German, covering everything from blog posts, product listings, and websites to non-fiction books, subtitles, video games, apps, and marketing campaigns. In addition to translation and localization, I offer AI-powered dubbing and professional captioning services for video content, ensuring your message sounds natural and engaging for German-speaking audiences. I work with advanced voice AI tools such as ElevenLabs for high-quality AI voiceovers and Linguana for seamless multilingual video localization. My expertise also includes proofreading, MTPE (machine translation post-editing), data annotation, speech recognition, and data evaluation, helping improve AI systems and machine learning models while ensuring content is accurate, culturally adapted, and technically optimized for the German market. I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with industry leaders such as Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Facebook, Bloomberg, Fiverr, Coursera, Mazda, DefinedAI, Rhapsody Semantics, Education First, GoDaddy, and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, among many others. If you’re looking for a dedicated professional who understands the importance of tone, context, cultural nuance, and cutting-edge AI solutions, feel free to reach out. I’d love to help bring your content to life for German-speaking audiences.

  • English
  • German
  • Website Translation
  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Document Translation
  • Financial Translation
  • Spanish
  • Business Translation
  • Transcreation
  • Technical Translation
  • Spanish to German Translation
  • English to German Translation
  • Localization
  • AI Content Editing

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How to Hire Top German-to-English Translators

What is a German-to-English translator?

Working with clients and customers in Germany often requires having access to someone who is skilled in German-to-English translation. There are many ways language translation services can be useful for your organization, whether it’s transcription services, translation of legal documents, or direct verbal translation.

How do you hire a German-to-English translator?

You can source German-to-English translating talent on Upwork by following these three steps:

  • Write a project description. You’ll want to determine your scope of work and the skills and requirements you are looking for in a German-to-English translator.
  • Post it on Upwork. Once you’ve written a project description, post it to Upwork. Simply follow the prompts to help you input the information you collected to scope out your project.
  • Shortlist and interview German-to-English translators. Once the proposals start coming in, create a shortlist of the professionals you want to interview. 

Of these three steps, your project description is where you will determine your scope of work and the specific type of German-to-English translator you need to complete your project. 

How much does it cost to hire a German-to-English translator?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced German-to-English translator may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their German-to-English translating services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project. 

How do you write a German-to-English translator job post?

Your job post is your chance to describe your project scope, budget, and talent needs. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

Job post title

Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample German-to-English translator job post titles:

  • Need someone fluent in german to translate business documents into English
  • Looking for expert in German language and culture to help with movie script
  • Need German speaker to accompany me to berlin for conference

Project description

An effective German-to-English translator job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From reading and writing in German to deciphering cultural nuances, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, events, or documents, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

German-to-English translator job responsibilities

Here are some examples of German-to-English translator job responsibilities:

  • Translate to English instructions accompanying German-manufactured products
  • Teach German citizens how to speak English
  • Translate all textbooks from German to English 

German-to-English translator job requirements and qualifications

Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications you’re looking for in a German-to-English translator. Here are some examples:

  • Minimum of five years living and working in Germany
  • Track record of translating large volume of business documents from German to English
  • Exhibit strong understanding of German culture and customs