| Translator's name: | Annalisa Canessa |
| Language pair: | English to Italian translator |
| Country of residence: | Italy |
| Activity: | Active since 2026 |
| Membership status: | Basic member |
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PERSONAL SUMMARY Multi-skilled, reliable translator with a proven ability to translate technical and marketing documents from English to Italian. Quick learner who can absorb new ideas and can communicate clearly and effectively with people from all social and professional backgrounds. Well mannered, articulate and fully aware of diversity and multicultural issues. Flexible in the ability to adapt to challenges when they arise and at the same time remaining aware of professional roles and boundaries. Would like to establish a long-term business relationship with agencies and direct clients that can offer interesting opportunities for progression. WORK EXPERIENCE FREELANCE TRANSLATOR, WRITER (February 2007 - Present) As an English > Italian translator, I work as a freelance with direct customers and translation agencies from Europe and North America, providing translation, proofreading and editing services. Regular clients: - International translation agencies (Europe and North America) - International direct customers (Europe and North America) Duties: Researching technical phraseology to ensure the correct translation is used. Liaising with clients to discuss any unclear points. Providing guidance and feedback and creating customer -specific style guides. Revising other translators' translations. Supporting the translation team with other projects when necessary. Retrieving articles from newspapers, magazines & the internet & translating them into English. KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Translation software tools: Across, MemoQ, Trados. Excellent communication and social skills. Able to work to tight deadlines. Highly skilled in Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook. Able to prioritize work. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Language, Literature and Intercultural Studies Università degli Studi di Trieste 2003 - 2006 REFERENCES Available upon request | |
