| Janet Barber - Translator |
| Language combinations |
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French to English
Spanish to English |
| Experience and Areas of Specialisation |
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Organic Chemistry (cosmetics, toiletries and perfumes)
Medicine and Pharmaceuticals
Legal (including certification of civil status certificates)
Maritime safety |
| Accreditation, Membership, Qualifications
and Certificates |
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BA Combined Honours in Modern Languages - French and Spanish -
University of Bradford (50% of course work devoted to training in
translation/interpreting skills)
Diplôme Supérieur d'Etudes Françaises Modernes,
Alliance Française, Paris
United Nations Qualifying Examinations for English Translators/Precis-Writers
(French and Spanish), New York
Technical editor accredited by a United Nations specialized agency
Member of the International Association of Conference Translators
Member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting since 1986 |
| Equipment and Resources |
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IBM-compatible Intel Celeron 2.4 GHz processor
Windows XP; Microsoft Office 2003
Broadband
E-mail delivery |
| Rates and Terms |
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Translation £62 per 1000 words, based on source language
Translation revision £20 per hour
Minimum charge £20 for up to 250 words
VAT is charged in addition |
| Profile |
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A highly qualified and conscientious technical translator with 20 years’ experience as a freelance in a wide range of technical subjects. A former staff translator (steel industry), a former staff editor (United Nations) and currently a freelance translator/précis-writer and editor for international organizations. |
| Contact Details |
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Name: Janet Barber
Address: 12 Ullswater Crescent, Weymouth, Dorset DT3 5HE
Telephone/Fax: +44 (0)1305-781574
E-mail: jbarber@wdi.co.uk |
