| Sylvie Updegraff
This profile is available in: English Translation Services > Native Language(s): French. > Target Language(s): French. > Source Language(s): English. > Service Type(s): Translation Services, Proofreading/copywriting, and Other. > Specialization(s): Advertisement/Marketing, Arts, Cooking/Food/Beverages, Song lyrics/Poetry, Fashion/Clothing, Film - Theatre, Health and Beauty, History, Hospitality Industry, Journalism - Press, Literature/Publishing, Music, and Media/Broadcasting. > Software: Adobe Acrobat Professional and Microsoft Office . > Certifications and Professional Affiliations: Can provide references on request. > Relevant Translation Experience: Accurate translator, editor, and proofreader with an eye for details. 20 years of experience in a variety of industries including publishing and marketing. Proven ability to translate accurately and convey the message. Collaborative team player with ability to handle simultaneously multiple tasks, in a timely manner. ? Fluent in French and in English ? Translated articles, brochures and literary works (Bolder, Updike) ? Specialized in literature, journalism, tourism and travel, business, cosmetics ? Some experience in translating legal documents ? Translated correspondence, marketing documents (ads and posters), articles and testimonies (for children and adults), children's stories ? Reviewed translations of articles and books ? Proofread finished texts and last proofs of magazines and books > Education: 1988 First Certificate in English, University of Cambridge, Institut britannique, Paris, France 1982-1985 Cours Simon, Paris, France (drama school) 1980-1982 Ecole Française d’Hôtesses et de Tourisme, Paris, (travel agency business, art history, English, Spanish) > Additional Skills: TECHNICAL SKILLS ? Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel, QuarkExpress passport, and Outlook. ? Knowledge of PowerPoint and Photoshop. ? Ability to use either Macs or PCs. ? Proficient in the use of Adobe Standard marking tools > Location: Boston, Massachusetts (United States) |
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