Translation
Translation is complex and dialectical. It involves creating a text in a target language and cultural system in reference to a text originally in another language and cultural system. This has a number of implications: the new text must say everything the source text says, must not say anything the source text does not, and it must do all this while adhering to the adequacy of the rules, contexts and nature of what we call the target culture. The latter point is important, because a text that flows badly is a text that people will not want to read.
As a general rule, there are no hard equivalences between languages and cultures, as all are unique. The same is true for words. A good translation recognizes these seemingly opposing needs and navigates them deftly.
Translation is a specialist field that, properly practiced, can add value to any endeavor. I can help you in ways few people can: my cross-industry experience, creative focus and theoretical insight avail me an impressive toolkit to perform my craft, tempered by knowledge and years of experience
Literary translation
A text must flow correctly or be doomed to fail. In fiction, immersion is everything and must be protected. The text must also make the author’s voice and intent shine through. This is what accuracy means in this context: not a misplaced loyalty to arbitrary structures, but a heartfelt commitment to literature and to the author’s understanding and practice of it.
I am the first translator into Galician of famed author Terry Pratchett, and have also translated classics like Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House.
Translation is always a sort of alchemy, but literary translation more so. William Blake wrote with corrosives. I can write with what you need me to. I specialize in science fiction and fantasy translation and I am available for any inquiries regarding literary translation. Here is my Galician translation of William Blake’s Marriage of Heaven and Hell so you can see for yourself.
Translation for the video game industry
I localize video games since 2021 and have the experience and qualifications to boot. I have worked in titles like Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, Empire of the Ants and others.
Video game localization requires immersion, impact and technical know-how, a style that perfectly complements my creative focus. I am a specialist in the craft and I have a wide network of contacts to help you build the team you need, regardless of your project’s size or scope.
Legal and sworn/certified translation
I am sworn translator English <> Spanish appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 2012. Armed by an understanding of two compared legal systems, I have translated hundreds of personal documents, academic certificates and record transcripts, legal judgments, notarial statements, and many other things.
If you need a sworn translation, feel free to request a quote.
Translation for institutions
Institutional communication needs propriety, elegance and impeccable style. It’s not only what it communicates, but also how. In translating institutional texts, these are only a few things of many to keep in mind.
On the one hand, you need a translator that won’t miss the mark on your high-stakes communication needs. On the other hand, you need a translator than can produce easily readable copy, so that your team or public will actually read your dispatches. I am that translator.
