Confidentiality and security issues are a priority for The Translator. On request, we will sign a non-disclosure or confidentiality agreement upon acceptance of our quotation.

 

Our quality of translation is a guaranteed, as our translators are carefully selected according to the translation requirements. Furthermore, all our translations undergo a rigorous, independent proofreading process for accuracy.

Our Services

 

Multilingual Translation Services, specializing in English-to-French and French-to-English translations.

 

The Translator is a South African company, which offers multilingual translation services, specializing in English-to-French and French-to-English translations. The Translator has now expanded its language pairs to include Portuguese, Spanish, German, Swahili and a host of other languages.

 

Our areas of expertise include technical, financial, marketing, legal, medical, mining, geological, academic and educational texts, as well as sworn translations and specialist environmental reports for envisaged mining projects. Additionally, we offer an editing and proofreading service.

 

By continuously providing exceptional service, we ensure that we build long-term relationships with our clients. Finally, in a world where personal service is dying and an automated response is often the only client service, The Translator will impress and reward you with its personalized and professional service and should we not be able to assist you with a particular translation, we will assist you in finding a service provider that can.

Technical Translation Services

 

We specialize in the translation of technical documents that includes installation and service manuals, service agreements, regulatory documentation, technical modules and product catalogues. The Translator will ensure that your document is translated 100% correctly, using the exact terminology for the subject field and region or country concerned.

Marketing Translation Services

 

We will translate your marketing material including websites, magazines, brochures, PR material and fact sheets.

 

When we undertake the translation of your marketing material, we are equipped with not only expert linguistic skills and technical expertise but also, more importantly, with specific knowledge on how to address and reach your particular market segment.

 

We will ensure that we find the exact ‘symbolic’ match within the context of your target market and it won’t be just a verbatim or direct translation.

Forestry and Environmental Translation Services

 

We have a highly qualified team in the field of forestry and are able to successfully translate documents relating to harvesting, fire prevention management, fire line leadership, hydrology and productivity.

 

Our experience in the environmental sector includes the translation of environmental and social impact assessments, sustainable environmental management documentation of third world countries and specialist documentation of indigenous flora and fauna of Africa.

Legal Translation Services

 

We specialize in the translation of legal documentation including agreements, contracts, and MOU’s. For instance, the understanding and correct interpretation of a particular clauses will depend on a proper knowledge of the local culture and legal system of the country concerned. At The Translator, we specialize in the African market and therefore have the necessary expertise to translate your legal document accurately.

 

We are also qualified to perform sworn translations for documents such as divorces, court proceedings and litigation matters.

Business Translation Services

 

We will translate, promptly and professionally, all your business documentation including annual reports, financial statements or confidential business agreements.

 

Before embarking on your business translation, we will cover all aspects from financial regulations to the technical specificity of your business sector, as well as specific marketing translation nuances. 

Mining and Industrial Translation Services

 

We have vast knowledge and experience in the mining sector as well as experience in translating environmental and social impact assessments for envisaged mining projects.

 

Our process for any industry specific document such as an operator’s manual is to assign the project to a translator who has the technical linguistic requirements, the necessary knowledge and if possible, has real world experience in the specific subject matter. See also technical translation services.

Private Translation Services

 

We translate birth and marriage certificates, divorce documentation, educational qualifications, curriculum vitas and other personal information. Should you need the translation of a personal email or letter or want a foreign sounding name for your pet or establishment, we will be happy to assist.

Services to Translators

 

The Translator Handbook

 

With our extensive experience and expertise in translations, we have composed The Translator Handbook for persons wanting to become translators as well as for novice translators, which will answer the following questions:

 

How do I become a translator?

How do I become a sworn translator?

How do I become an accredited translator?

Where can I advertise my services?

What translation institutions should I become a member of?

Where is there a demand for my chosen language?

Should I become a translator or interpreter? What is the difference?

What can I expect to earn?

What is the going rate for translations?

Where do I find information in terms of dictionaries, glossaries, translator forums to compile a proficient and professional translation?

How can I ensure that my translation is professional and abides to the approved translation guidelines?

Pitfalls to avoid, suggestions and much more...

 

The Translator Handbook will be sent to you via email at a cost of R150.00. Contact us on veroniquevivier@thetranslator.co.za.

 

This handbook is specifically for people wanting to become translators or who already are translators. Should you not be certain that being a translator is right for you or whether you have the necessary qualifications or expertise to become a translator, request our The Translator Questionnaire, fill it in and email it back to us and we will offer you our expert advice and recommendations.

We will ensure that we deal with each translation project, whether big or small, with the same personal attention.

We translate documents from French to English and English to French as well as in other language pairs:

Interpreting Services

 

Whether your company needs an interpreter for a meeting with foreign delegates, for training purposes or intensive business negotiations, we will ensure that you have a qualified interpreter specialized in your field. 

Editing, Writing and Proofreading Services

 

The Translator offers editing and proofreading services in our specialist languages, from light editing of grammatical and spelling mistakes to heavy editing where we will change your text according to your brief. We also write copy to suit your style, idiom and target audience.