Work with Marina Torruella Bonsoms!

Translating is like solving puzzles, with the difference that there isn’t a right or a wrong answer. There is, however, a feeling of accomplishment. I strive to find what I feel are the best solutions to translation riddles, such as wordplay, cultural references and character limits.

Translation brief

First of all, I need some key information:

• Language pair
• Deadline
• Delivery format
• Audience and purpose: who is your target? What is the purpose of the text?
• Reference material: do you have glossaries, style guides or existing translations? This is important to be consistent with your previous translations and your brand image.

Setting up project in translation software

I set up a new project on my translation tool with a dedicated translation memory and termbase.

Research and draft translation

I research on the topic of your translation, add terms to the termbase, and write a first draft.

Revision

I go through the text again to make sure the translation is accurate and idiomatic.

Proofreading

I run QA checks on my software and proofread the target text in its final format to avoid any typos or formatting issues.

I create and maintain termbases created using memoQ for each of my clients and domains. I only add terms to them after thorough research, and, if necessary, I modify them according to client feedback.