About me / Qualifications
Enthusiastic translator from Norwegian and English to French since 2001. Became sworn translator (State-authorized) from Norwegian to French in Norway (2007) and was also State-Authorized in France (2008-2010).
Valuable experience as both a freelance translator and as a project leader / quality controller in one of the biggest Norwegian translation bureaus. Complete overview of the translation process allows to stick to any client's needs and expectations. Many years of work in Norway (January 1998 - August 2007 and presently since August 2010), in France (1992-1997 and 2007-2010), and a few months in English-speaking countries.
Works also as a Cross-cultural coach.
Key words
Precision - rapidity - method - flexibility - passion - reliability - confidentiality and ethics - inquisitiveness - consciousness - experience.
Specialization
Polyvalent and adaptable sworn (Norwegian / French) translator: this certification implies 5 different tests to pass (culture, economics, law, technical and oral). Translations in most subjects and for very different clients.
My most common fields of competence are nevertheless:
- Business (economics, finance, marketing, politics, contracts - law, bank-insurance, etc...)
- Certificates - diplomas
- Technical niches (energy, environment, IT, sorting devices)
- Tourism, history, geography, sport, development aid.
Education (France & Norway)
2009 French State-authorized translator (3 months training)
2007 Government authorized translator exam (Norway)
1992 DESS Marketing with distinction (Master in Mktg)
1991 Compulsory military service, sergeant
1990 University, Political Science Studies Institute (IEP),
economics-finance major
1988 University, Economics and Business Major (DUT)
1986 High School Diploma, Economics, with distinction
Interests
- Reading in 3 languages: IT, media, History, novels, psychology, society, sport, etc. in 3 languages.
- Music and all kinds of languages
- Computer: Trados 2007 Freelance, SDLX, TagEditor, notions of FastWord, Data card, extensive use of PC and Internet.
- Traveling: many countries visited (mostly in connection with work)
- Sports challenges: Marathon (active), football, etc..