I combine writing, analytical and research skills with a creative mind and great attention to detail to provide accurate translations that faithfully render the meaning, style and tone of the source text while sounding natural. The real challenge of this art form is to give the illusion that the translated text has been originally written in the target language! I’m fully aware of regional linguistic standards and customs and follow them strictly. For example, punctuation rules, the use of anglicisms, expressions and terminology can all differ between France and Quebec.

Meticulous comparison of source and translated materials to detect and correct any possible mistranslations, omissions, additions, clumsy syntax, inconsistent terminology and grammar or spelling mistakes. I pay close attention to detail to deliver translations that are as flawless as possible.

Are you planning to launch a video game, a website, an app or software in France or Quebec? Do you need to update your translated content so that it meets the specific preferences of your target locale or internal requirements (i.e. character restrictions)? That’s when localization becomes a go-to service. I will fully adapt source and pre-translated copies, making sure the general style, idiomatic expressions, cultural references, punctuation, terminology, names, date and hour formatting, addresses, phone numbers and other components sound and look local.

When your content needs to be fully adapted to resonate authentically with your target audience, transcreation is the solution. Through this intricate creative process, I will recommend different options (with back translation and rationales) that capture the tone of voice, intent and style of the original message while taking into account the cultural sensitivities of the target culture and the specificities of the French language. Consider transcreation a key element of your international marketing strategy. Examples of content: taglines, movie titles, product names, print and digital ads.

Proofing of target files translated into French by other professionals to identify any remaining typos, eliminate any grammatical or spelling mistakes and improve the natural flow where required. These projects generally require minimal corrections. If I notice major language issues, I’ll recommend that you submit your documents for editing instead.

Checking and testing your localized content (websites, videos, video games, software interfaces, online training platforms) to ensure that there are no functional bugs, that they are displayed correctly on different types of devices and that they meet the linguistic and cultural standards of the target market before being broadcast or released.