About Me
My name is Rachael Douglas and I am a professional freelance translator. I am fluent in both French and Spanish and thus am engaged in translating from these languages into English. I approach projects with commitment and diligence, enabling me to produce high-quality translations and meet deadlines with reliability. I translate texts from a wide range of fields, and I have expertise in the production of accurate technical translations. I love literature, and I consider translation to be an essential part of the modern world. I also provide English transcription services. I am an Associate of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting.
Experience
Translation, post-editing and revision work undertaken in a wide variety of fields. The following list provides examples, but is not exhaustive:
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Technical
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Transportation: Automotive, railway, logistics, specifications, procedures, data sheets.
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Engineering & Industrial: Factory machinery and equipment, automation, safety information.
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Manufacturing & Materials: Wood, street furniture, cladding, laminate, paint.
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Computing & IT: Messaging and payment apps, computing, programming training
Academic
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School reports and university transcripts, course descriptions, online courses, CVs.
Literary​
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Literature for young adults.
Marketing
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Food: Wine, spirits, pastries, chocolates, meat.
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Websites: Sustainable energy production, technical products, online shops, corporate.
Tourism
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Accommodation, activities, practical information, events.
Sports
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Video games, documentaries, equipment, clothing.
Arts
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Material for historical properties, museums, events
EN transcription work also undertaken. Experience in the fields of education, sports, and oenology.
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Qualifications
MA in Translation
September 2016 – December 2017
Pass with Distinction
Modules included:
- Technical Translation
- Literary Translation
- Translation Theory and Practice
- The Business of Translation
- Translation and Journalism
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BA Hons. (Joint Honours: French and Spanish)
September 2005 – June 2009
2:1 classification
Modules included:
- Theory and practice of Translation
- Literature and Society in 20th Century France
- The Literature of War
- French Studies
- Hispanic Studies