Friederike (Freddie) Debachy Email & Phone Number

PROFILEProfessional, multi-skilled, reliable & talented Translator and Proof-reader with a proven ability to translate from English into German and vice versa. A quick learner who can absorb new ideas and can communicate clearly and effectively with people from all social and professional backgrounds. Flexible and open to challenges when they arise while remaining aware of confidentiality, professionalism and boundariesSUMMARY OF SKILLS- Almost 10 years’ experience providing translation and proof-reading services to multinational clients- Language proficiency: English (Professionally Fluent), German (Mother Tongue) and French (Advanced Knowledge)- Extensive translating & proof-reading work in both the entertainment industry (subtitling for TV and movies) as well as legal, technical, travel & tourism and general business translations- Highly motivated professional with a proven capacity for multitasking and managing large workloads- Facilitated effective communication between two parties by converting one spoken or written language to another- Developed and maintained customer portfolio and customer relationships- Consistently ensures the smooth flow of information and follow up for existing and prospective customers and clients- Computer proficiency advanced for Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Internet & Email and specialized skills for translation software; Work Bench, SDL Trados and Subtitling softwareKEY TRANSLATION PROJECTS- Completed translation for 12 Harlequin novels to date- Translated over 100 legal documents (wills & claims etc.)- Collaborated to successfully translate over 10 websites for several reputable companies including; Canada Goose, Petro Canada Lubricants, SciCan and the Museum of Civilization in Ottawa- Edited and translated over 100 movies and various episodes for over 200 different well known TV-shows including; How I met Your Mother, Big Bang Theory, NCIS, The Good Wife, The Simpsons and House of Cards

Listed skills include Translation, Proofreading, Subtitling, Interpreting, and 36 others.