Working languages:
Spanish to English
English to Spanish
French to English

Maria Riva
North American-based SP<>EN translator

Canada

Native in: English Native in English, Spanish Native in Spanish
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Account type Freelance translator and/or interpreter, Identity Verified Verified site user
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Services Translation, Editing/proofreading, Subtitling, MT post-editing, Copywriting
Expertise
Specializes in:
General / Conversation / Greetings / LettersTourism & Travel
Sports / Fitness / RecreationMarketing
Medical: Health Care

Volunteer / Pro-bono work Open to considering volunteer work for registered non-profit organizations
Rates
Spanish to English - Standard rate: 0.09 USD per word
English to Spanish - Standard rate: 0.09 USD per word
French to English - Standard rate: 0.09 USD per word

KudoZ activity (PRO) PRO-level points: 8, Questions answered: 11
Payment methods accepted PayPal, Wire transfer
Portfolio Sample translations submitted: 3
Translation education Bachelor's degree - University of Toronto
Experience Years of experience: 9. Registered at ProZ.com: Oct 2015.
ProZ.com Certified PRO certificate(s) N/A
Credentials N/A
Memberships N/A
Software Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Pro, Microsoft Word, OmegaT, Powerpoint, Trados Studio
Events and training
Professional practices Maria Riva endorses ProZ.com's Professional Guidelines (v1.1).
Bio
Translation is much more than just substituting words; it is about translating ideas so that the final product is not only faithful to the original in both concept and style, but is also adapted to the culture of the target audience. Computer programs cannot ascertain if a word or expression though grammatically correct, is hopelessly out of context. Human translators however, especially those who work into their native languages, can elegantly determine what is both culturally and linguistically sound.

Apart from translating, I am an excellent in person communicator because I am approachable and eager to make those around me feel at ease 100% of the time. I have been a professional freelance translator for just under a year, and I have over five years experience in interpreting (consecutive and sight translation).

I have spent the last 5 years in a career in aviation where I was blessed to be able to travel extensively and make connections all over the world. Language and culture are passions of mine as I myself am a cultural blend; I am Peruvian born and Canadian raised, and I am completely bilingual in English and Spanish. I have spent years living and studying in both of my target language countries.


I hope to apply my language and communication skills in part to organizations that either directly or indirectly promote self-awareness and self-reliance, betterment of interpersonal relationships, or offer positive encouragement to individuals from any walk of life who seek it.


LANGUAGE PAIRS
Spanish-> English
English->Spanish
French-> English

SERVICES
Editing, Proofreading, Subtitling, Translating, Voice-over

SPECIALITIES
General/Conversation/Greetings/Letters
Tourism & Travel
Sports/Fitness/Recreation
Marketing
Healthcare
Social Sciences

Also works in:
International Aid and Development
Environment and Ecology
Legal (General)
Business (General)
Keywords: Airlines, Airline Training and Development, Occupational Health, Unions, Collective Agreements, Rental Property Management, Property Leases, Landlord and Tenant Rights, Business, Marketing. See more.Airlines, Airline Training and Development, Occupational Health, Unions, Collective Agreements, Rental Property Management, Property Leases, Landlord and Tenant Rights, Business, Marketing, Human Resources, Commerce, Human Rights, Health, Health Education and Promotion, Mental Health, Social Studies, Social Justice, History, Environment, Cultural Studies, Education, Travel and Tourism, Sports, Fitness, Recreation. See less.


Profile last updated
Mar 29, 2020