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- $45 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (34 jobs)
I am a highly experienced professional translator, copyeditor, proofreader, researcher and content writer with excellent communication and time-management skills. I work very precisely and pay attention to detail. I work with a large variety of formats including full-length books, blog posts, journal articles, websites, MA and PhD theses, grant applications, etc. I have experience working with prominent US publishing houses including Routledge, CUP (Columbia University Press), University of California Press and more. I completed my MA in Translation Studies at the University of Innsbruck (Austria) and Dublin City University (Ireland). Work experience - June 2018-present: Translator, researcher, copyeditor, proofreader, at the Institute for American Studies, Innsbruck University - 2015-present: Freelance translator, copyeditor, line editor, developmental editor, proofreader, content writer (see portfolio and bibliography for examples of completed jobs) - 2013-2014: Blog and content writer for Kiddie-Ma-Jigs (see portfolio for blog writing samples) Language skills - Fluent in English (mother tongue), German (fluent), Afrikaans (fluent) and Dutch (fluent receptive); basic French and Spanish; learning Mandarin. List of Publications (this list contains my published, full-length books only. See Upwork Portfolio and past Upwork jobs for examples of other projects) Published translations Almiria Wilhelm, translator, editor. "Magic Innovation Leadership" by Kristin Reinbach. Amazon, 2023. - Almiria Wilhelm, translator. “Miraculous and Remarkable Events of Twelve Years of Slavery” by Maria ter Meetelen. In "Barbary Captives." Publisher: Columbia University Press, 2022. - Almiria Wilhelm, translator. “Short Story of My Unfortunate Journey” by Emanuel de Aranda. In "Barbary Captives." Publisher: Columbia University Press, 2022. - Almiria Wilhelm and Robert Spindler, translators. “Account of the Travels of Mister Balthasar Sturmer” by Balthasar Sturmer. In "Barbary Captives." Publisher: Columbia University Press, 2022. - Almiria Wilhelm and Robert Spindler, translators. “Mozart, Islam, and the Hangman of Salzburg" by Kurt Palm. In "Mediterranean Slavery and World Literature." Publisher: Routledge, 2019. Published non-fiction (copyeditor, researcher, proofreader) - "Fix Yourself: LIVE the Happy Path by Using 9 Eustress Exercises to Transform, Change Habits, and Find Balance" by Julian Casper. Amazon, 2023 (Live on Amazon - link in portfolio). - "Magic Innovation Leadership" by Kristin Reinbach. Amazon, 2023. - "Non-Duality: What the World Needs Right Now" by Rodger R. Ricketts, Psy.D. Amazon, 2023. - "Piracy and Slavery in the Early Modern Mediterranean: A Sourcebook of Arabic and Ottoman Texts." Publisher: University of California Press (forthcoming 2024). - "Barbary Captives: An Anthology of Early Modern Slave Memoirs by Europeans in North Africa." Publisher: Columbia University Press, 2022. Link in portfolio. - "Piracy and Captivity in the Mediterranean: 1550-1810." Publisher: Routledge, 2019. Link in portfolio. - "Mediterranean Slavery and World Literature: Captivity Genres from Cervantes to Rousseau." Publisher: Routledge, 2020. Link in portfolio. - "Präsentieren auf Englisch" (Presenting in English). Publisher: Redline, 2019 - "An Introduction to Literary Studies" (4th edition). Publisher: Routledge, 2023 (forthcoming). - "Verschleppt, Verkauft, Versklavt: Deutschsprachige Sklavenberichte aus Nordafrika (1550-1800)." Publisher: Böhlau, 2019. Fiction - Developmental editor, line editor for "Fairy Tale in B Flat: Anamnesis of Berlin WWII" by Lui Campos. Forthcoming. - Almiria Wilhelm (author). "The Favourite." Published online at Notes from the Writing Chair, 2013. Link in portfolio. - Almiria Wilhelm (author). "The Wonderland Home for the Aged." Short story - winner of the Whidbey Students Award (Jan. 2013). - Almiria Wilhelm (author). "The Arrival." Short story - winner of the Whidbey Students Award (2012).
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Beta ReadingGhostwritingEnglishBeta Reader ReportAcademic EditingCopy EditingBook ReviewProofreadingTechnical TranslationContent WritingBlog WritingAcademic ProofreadingTranslation - $25 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (7 jobs)
Fast, accurate, and reliable native English translations submitted on time; striving to deliver great quality, precise, and meticulous translations that sound great and really focus on context and content, conveying your intended message in the best possible way. My clients are engaging with a broader audience, and if you need improvement on your user or stakeholder engagement, I write translations, content, and subtitles that describe your products and ideas in a way that attracts users and gets your message across. I will conduct detailed and comprehensive research on your industry and choose the words and terms that best conform to the English language and jargon within your field. IS THIS WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR? ➜ Excellent and efficient German-to-English translations ➜ Native English localisation ➜ Fast, accurate translations that are delivered on time ➜ Thorough research and using the right terms for your content ➜ Translations delivered in the required format ➜ 100% human translations that are tailored to an English-speaking audience ➜ No AI, Google, MT, or word-for-word translations that sound strange, awkward or are grammatically incorrect ➜ Specialised dictionaries, glossaries, and translation tools for optimum results ➜ Streamlined processes to help you achieve your desired results ➜ A multilingual editor and proofreader ➜ Great and consistent communication and feedback throughout the entire process ➜ The implementation of best practices ➜ Proofread and quality-checked translations ➜ Your content being kept confidential (and I am happy to sign an NDA) ➜ No hidden costs or surprises; if you prefer, I can quote you on the ‘per word’ or 'per minute' rate upfront EXPERTISE: Translation | Audiovisual Translation | Subtitling | Proofreading | Editing | Transcreation | Localisation/Localization If this sounds like a good fit, then ➜ NEXT STEP: 🟢 Click the green ‘Invite to Job’ button in the top right-hand corner 💬 Send me a personalised message detailing your requirements, and I will gladly set up a short consultation with you to discuss your strategy and answer any questions you may have A STRONG BACKGROUND IN: ➜ HR/Recruitment: Writing and translating CVs/résumés, cover letters, job descriptions, training courses, etc. ➜ Business/Commercial: Documents, newsletters, correspondence, training materials, articles, press releases, etc. ➜ Real Estate: Listing descriptions, marketing content, websites, brochures, course materials, business letters, contracts and correspondence, etc. ➜ Sport: Articles, interviews, blogs, websites, product descriptions, brochures, videos, etc. ➜ Marketing: Marketing content, product listings, social media content, market/marketing research and surveys, transcreation, localisation, etc. ➜ Hospitality: Menus, recipes, marketing content, training materials (front and back of house), F&B management, HR documents, etc. ➜ Tourism/Leisure: Websites, brochures, marketing material, blogs, videos, etc. ➜ Subtitling: German, Swiss German, and/or English, including subtitle formatting and synchronisation, and srt. file creation. ABOUT ME: ⏱️ 4+ years of relevant professional experience as a native English translator and proofreader ✍️ Specialising in German-to-English translation, localisation, subtitling & proofreading 🇩🇪 🇨🇭 🇦🇹 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 Fully trilingual and bringing forth an excellent command of these languages: Swiss German, German, and English (Germany, Switzerland, Austria, UK, or US English) 🇨🇭 Dual National: Swiss and South African ✈️ Travelled and worked throughout Europe and South Africa 📖 A Bachelor of Commerce degree and German Abitur 📖 Skilled in Terminology and Processes 📖 Solid grasp of nuances, idioms, and various regional dialects and customs 📖 Impeccable grammar, vocabulary, and style consistency ✍️ Offering 100% human translation; your content will be tailored to an English-speaking audience ✍️ Detail-oriented: skilled, organised, and great proofreading skills ⏱️ Always striving to add value and deliver quality translations on time P.S. If you are unsure about what works best for your particular niche, or you have not had your work translated before, and are unsure about what to look out for, then send me a personalised message and I would be happy to offer you guidance and answer any questions you may have.
German
Document TranslationWebsite TranslationAudiovisual TranslationBusiness TranslationLocalizationCV/Resume TranslationEditing & ProofreadingLiterary TranslationEditorial TranslationSwiss German DialectTranscreationTranslationSubtitlesEnglish - $30 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (4 jobs)
I am an experienced proofreader, editor and book reviewer specializing in non-fiction. I can help you with developmental editing, line editing and proofreading your non-fiction book. I am also available to do beta reading and editorial book reviews. I am a certified TEFL English teacher and have 20 years of teaching experience, both in person and online. I can help you with English and German teaching and conversation classes. I am also a very skilled photographer, and I am a YouTube Creator with a very popular performing arts channel with over 55.4 thousand subscribers and over 37.8 million views so far. My skills include: • Accurate proofreading and editing with attention to detail • Excellent time-management and communication skills • Insightful book reviews and beta reading with in-depth feedback • Creating social media images and texts that generate high engagement • Reliable and easy to communicate with
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German TutoringProofreadingPhotographyInfluencer ShoutoutBook ReviewBeta ReadingTeaching English as a Foreign Language CertificationEnglish TutoringBeta Reader ReportBookEnglish - $26 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
Multilingual Administrator (Dutch, English, French, German and Spanish) with Commercial Pilot's license) looking to apply my wide range of technical (Solar Energy and Python coding) and aviation skills.
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