Andrea Jakobs
Wallerfangen,SL
Summary
Professional freelance translator with over 25 years of experience and a robust background in software localization and documentation translation, primarily from English to German. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to dynamic work environments. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality translations under tight deadlines.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Translator
Self-employed
10.1999 - Current
- Provided translation services for various translation agencies from English to German.
- Specializing in software localization, translation of documentation, online help and website texts, post-editing of machine-translated texts, video subtitling.
- Proofread and edited translations to ensure clarity, consistency, and grammatical accuracy.
- Developed a strong working knowledge of industry-specific terminology through extensive research and continuous professional development.
- Worked with translation memory tools (Trados, XTM, OTC) to improve translation efficiency and consistency.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
Trainee
ALPNET Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG
07.1998 - 09.1999
- Software localization, especially financial accounting software.
- Translation of user documentation and online helps.
- Specializing in economic and technical texts.
- Language combinations: English to German, Spanish to German.
Education
Diplom-Übersetzerin (English And Spanish) - Translation
Universität Des Saarlandes
Saarbrücken, Germany05-1998
Skills
- German: Native
- English: Fluent in written and spoken language
- Spanish: Basic knowledge
- French: Basic knowledge
- Proofreading expertise
- Editing skills
- Marketing material translation
- Subtitling and captioning
- Project management abilities
- Quality assurance processes
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Freelance Translator
Self-employed
10.1999 - Current
Trainee
ALPNET Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG
07.1998 - 09.1999
Diplom-Übersetzerin (English And Spanish) - Translation
Universität Des Saarlandes
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