6 Jackson Drive, Stokesley, Middlesbrough, TS9 5QF

Jennifer James M.I.T.I.

Telephone/fax: +44 (1642) 711187

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PERSONAL PROFILE

With 43 years of translation experience, I have developed expertise in a wide variety of fields. I thrive on the variety that freelance work provides and I am always prepared for new challenges. My freelance experience has taught me to be flexible and I am able to work odd hours or to tight deadlines, as well as providing adaptability: adhering assiduously to client-specific requirements regarding vocabulary or document formatting. I enjoy learning about subjects outside my main areas of expertise and I carry out meticulous research into terminology. While I am able to work conscientiously on my own, I also fit in well as part of a team, especially when collaborating with experts in a particular field, combining my translation skills with their knowledge of their subject. I am keen to continue my professional development, especially taking the opportunity to learn more languages while increasing my knowledge of my main working languages.

COMPETENCE PROFILE

§ 43 years experience in translating from French and German into English

§ Over 30 years experience as a freelance translator

§ As part of my commitment to providing new languages and services, I have been able to offer translation services into English from Spanish since 2003 and from Italian since 2006

§ Expertise in the field of technical patent translation

§ Experience in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Word, including 2007 .docx format

§ Fast and efficient document production: Typing speed 50 words per minute

§ Excellent command of English

§ Able to reproduce complex formatting, e.g. tables and layout, also chemical and mathematical formulae

§ Able to translate text in graphics, e.g. legends on graphs, flow charts, captions on drawings, etc.

§ Meticulous research into terminology and constant attention to detail

§ I am able to work flexibly and to tight deadlines

§ Able to work independently on translation, or as part of a team

FREELANCE TRANSLATION EXPERIENCE

1979 – Present Freelance Translator

I have over 30 years' experience as a freelance translator of patents and related documents, having previously worked with patent attorneys both in private practice and in industry. During this period I have undertaken freelance translation work for many different clients in a wide variety of fields. I specialise in translating patents, but I also have experience of translating numerous other technical documents, for example user manuals and academic journals. I have translated documents in many technical fields, including electronics, especially television and video equipment, aviation and aerospace, genetic modification, pharmaceuticals, cement production, telecoms, mechanical and electrical engineering, and contracts.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1987 M.I.T.I.: Member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting

In 1986 I became a founder member of the newly-formed Institute of Translation and Interpreting. I was later granted full membership, entitling me to use the initials M.I.T.I. after my name.

1975 Polytechnic of Central London (Now University of Westminster)

Course on Technical Translation

1974 Polytechnic of Central London (Now University of Westminster)

Course leading to Intermediate Examination of the Institute of Linguists

1974 Institute of Linguists

Intermediate examination in German, with distinction

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

1977 – 1979 AMP of Great Britain Limited, International Patents & Legal Department

Clerk/Translator

Working within the legal department of this multinational electronics company, my duties included translation and I was able to extend my knowledge and experience in both the legal and technical fields.

1977 Square Grip (London) Limited

Secretary

Based in the offices of this steel company I gained an understanding of industrial manufacturing processes and an opportunity to learn about production, sales and transport, as well as increasing my knowledge of technical terminology.

1976 Confidential Only

Secretary/Translator

Working in the office of this secretarial and translation agency gave me experience of administering translations, negotiating with clients and working under pressure to meet deadlines, whilst undertaking translations in very varied fields for local businesses and individuals.

1971 – 1975 Kilburn & Strode

Clerk/Translator

As well as being an administrative and clerical role, my duties with this firm of patent attorneys included translation. As I gained more experience of the work of patent attorneys I became increasingly interested in translating as a profession, specialising in patents

1967 – 1971 Haseltine, Lake & Co.

Clerk/Translator

Part of my role within this firm of patent attorneys included the translation of correspondence and documents relating to the legal and technical work of the firm. I gained valuable experience and knowledge of patent law, both in this country and abroad, and the varied technical fields in which they worked.

GENERAL EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Stokesley School, Stokesley, North Yorkshire

2006 TROCN Level 3 Italian Grade A (Equivalent to A/S level)

2005 GCSE Italian (A*)

Riverside College, Stockton-on-Tees

2003 A-Level Spanish (A)

Purley County Grammar School for Girls

1967 A-Level English, French, German. O-Level Spanish, Russian.

1965 8 O-Levels, including English, Mathematics, French and German

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

I enjoy travel and relish the opportunity to use my knowledge of languages when abroad. I am a member of several local choirs and play a part in the administration and organisation as well as enjoying singing. I am a keen walker and swimmer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

References: Available on request