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NINA WEBER

125 Harrowdene RoadHA0 2JHWembleyMiddlesex
Mobile: 00 44 7817 50 66 56 E-mail:

Translation is not merely conveying words in another language. More importantly, it means reproducing a source text customised for the target readership within its cultural context while living up to the idiosyncrasies of the particular subject matter.

Out of a keen interest and passion for language and translation I have completed a Bachelor’s degree in translation and interpreting specialising in scientific translation. The main sub disciplines covered were Medicine, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Biology and Geology. Furthermore I have taken additional courses in Engineering, Technology and Law. In order to broaden my areas of expertise I then opted for a Master’s degree in Audiovisual Translation, including a module on Localisation, at Roehampton University, London. Both degrees helped me fine-tune my translational skills to an academic and professional level. Focusing on the field of science translation and on audiovisual translation equipped me with the tools and methodology necessary to work myself into different highly specialised fields. Strategically acquiring the relevant principles and the background knowledge of a certain discipline now enables me to efficiently tap into new sectors of translation and localisation as well as to consolidate and broaden my expertise in already familiar areas.

As a freelance translator, subtitler and proof-reader I have gained valuable work experience collaborating with direct clients, translation agencies and fellow translators.

EDUCATION

2009 – 2010: RoehamptonUniversity – London, UK

MA in Audiovisual Translation

Passed with First Class, Gerhard Weiler Distinction Prize

Translation theory and practice
Translation tools (WinCaps, Swift, Dragon, Trados)
Intralingual and interlingual subtitling
Dubbing, voice-over, video game localisation
Subtitling for the hearing-impaired, audio description and live-subtitling
Academic writing

2007 – 2009: WDSCollege for Translation and Interpreting – Würzburg, Germany

Bachelor’s degree in translation and interpreting

Passed with First Class, distinction prize

Software and Translation Tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Trados)
Translation theory and practice (general, literature and arts in both directions between English, German and Spanish)
Area of specialisation: scientific translation (from and into German and English in the disciplines medicine, physics, chemistry, astronomy, geology and biology)
Additional courses in engineering and technology as well as legal translation
Principles of the natural sciences in the above disciplines
Interpreting, general and scientific
Linguistics, Spanish conversation, contemporary history (Germany, United Kingdom and United States), German law

2003 – 2005:BFSTrainingCollege for Multi-lingual Secretaries – Aschaffenburg, Germany

State-certified multi-lingual secretary:

Passed with First Class, distinction prize

General and business translations, commercial correspondence (from and into German, English and Spanish)
Principles of business, economy and marketing (German, English, Spanish)
Liaison interpreting
Spanish and French classes
History (Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, United States)
London Chamber of Commerce Certificate in English for Business (level 2)

WORK EXPERIENCE

09/2004 – present:
A broad variety of freelance translations such as:

Translation and proof-reading of documents in the following sectors: Heath, Beauty, Diet/Nutrition and Fitness (manuals, product documentation, diet plans, nutritional and medical advice and information, etc.)
Website Translation for Eiviplant, Spain, marketing of garden design company (into German),
Documentary subtitling for Kelimwerkstatt Rengin, Turkey (German into English)
Translation of documents, work specifications and correspondence for a blast furnace project in Bangkok, Thailand (both directions between German and English)
Numerous articles on martial arts for a German magazine (English into German)
Translation of economic texts and correspondence for private customers (from and into German and English)
Proofreading of translations and academic essays for private customers

01/2011 – 07-2012:

Officer for Customer Relations and Communication, Air France – KLM – Delta,London, UK

Translation of legal documents as well as translation, editing and proof-reading of customer communication and website contents; handling of claims from legal authorities and passengers in both spoken and written formal English and German.

09/2010 – 03/2011 and 06/2012 – present:
Freelance translator and subtitler for IMS Media– London, UK

Proofreading, translation and subtitling for the hearing-impaired of TV series, movies, talk and game shows (German and Austrian German). Translation, subtitling and proof-reading of specific audiovisual content for children as a target audience/readership.

09/2006 – 03/2007:
Multilingual secretary for Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLB – Frankfurt, Germany, sector: Real estate management, development and investment

Correspondence in German and English
Translation of correspondence and documents from English into German
Preparing and writing out fair copies of agreements and legal documents
Managing the offices of a partner and two associates in the real estate investment sector, organising business trips, conferences, appointments, telephone calls with international clients and authorities

01/2006 – 09/2006:
Lufthansa AG – Frankfurt, Germany - Flight Attendant on long-haul flights

10/2005 – 01/2006:
Japan Airlines International Co., Ltd. - Tokyo, Japan - Flight Attendant on long-haul flights

SKILLS

Languages: Native German, fluent English to native level, intermediate knowledge of Spanish, basic knowledge of French
Software:Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Translation/Audiovisual Tools: SDL Trados (WorkBench, 2009 and 2011), Wordfast, WinCaps, Subtitle Workshop, Dragon, personal licence of Swift Create, personal licence of Trados Studio 2011 Freelance
Excellent administration skills
Cultural competence: Numerous stays throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain,Canada and Japan with the aim of constantly improving my language skills and intercultural expertise.

PUBLICATIONS, CONFERENCES

Book review of Translatione Via Facienda. Festschrift für Christiane Nord zum 65. Geburtstag, published in the Journal of Specialised Translation, July issue 2010,
Translation and subtitles for Made in Kurdistan, documentary on cultural preservation in Kurdistan (German into English), broadcast during an exhibition at Roehampton University, the Kurdish Community Centre, London, and various exhibitions throughout Europe
Attendance of the international conference Languages & The Media 2010, Berlin, on audiovisual translation
Attendance of the international conference Media Across Borders 2012 on Localisation, Roehampton University, London, UK

INTERESTS

Foreign languages, travelling, film and cinema, art, literature

PERSONAL DETAILS

Date of Birth: 3rd November, 1982

Driving License: Full clean European Driving Licence

REFERENCES

Available upon request