1999-Present➜ Translated multiple books (100k+ words), marketing collateral, press releases and product descriptions.➜ Balanced often conflicting project priorities to ensure compliance with translation deadlines.➜ Fostered robust relationships with translation and transcreation clients.LCC Language Consulting, MilanTranslator (English / Italian), Transcreator, Copywriter 1999-2020➜ Researched and translated original, distinctive and compelling copy for a mix of projects and clients.➜ Demonstrated a clear, concise and professional writing style as Copy Editor for publishing companies.➜ Acted as Translator and Copy Editor at CRAFT Translation in New York.➜ Improved ability to develop content strategies based on an understanding of target audience.➜ Called upon linguistic skills while assessing quality and completeness of translations for Rizzoli, Milan.➜ Edited Italian manuscripts due for publication by international literacy agency, Grandi & Associati, Milan.Silvana Editoriale, MilanManaging Editor 2001-2007➜ Oversaw daily operations and strategic planning within this Italian art publishing company.➜ Mobilised talented editorial teams in all aspects of content development. ➜ Optimised publishing house operational output to ensure alignment with prestigious competitors.➜ Sourced and negotiated with industry experts to promote collaboration.➜ Edited, copy-edited and proofread work in accordance with styles.➜ Improved staff performance through contributions to training and development.➜ Reduced editorial team attrition having sympathetically project managed internal reorganisation.➜ Oversaw selection and coordination of Editors while researching and evaluating Translators.➜ Fostered, maintained and nurtured relationships with foreign publishers.