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I'm a German-Italian and English-Italian translator with experience as a CAT Expert and Project Coordinator. Convey the right style and tone for each audience is my priority. I'm specialized in B2C/B2B marketing localization and transcreation, in particular in the fields of: IT services, Fintech, Sports, Design, Tourism, Clothing/Sportswear, Food&Wine. I also work with (almost) any type of content, from e-commerce websites, to travel blogs and technical manuals, and I am specializing in SEO optimization for Italian content. You can ask for my CV or any other kind of information if you are interested.

My passion, enthusiasm and talent perfectly harmonize with the great dedication and hard-working attitude that I put in anything I engage myself with.

PERSONAL STATEMENT - Certified Engineer with Master’s Degree in Electronics - Currently working in the fields of Electrical Installations and Renewable Energies KEY ACHIEVEMENTS - I graduated in Turin Polytechnic - I earned a six-month ERASMUS scholarship in Sweden - My first non-professional translation (in nuclear physics) dates back in 1985 - Average production: ca 300,000 words per year (along with my practice as an engineer) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - Employee in an industrial machinery company from 1998 to 2000 - Freelancer since 2001 - Documents: Manuals, Press Releases, Datasheets, Web Pages - Subjects: Meters, Appliances, Integrated Circuits, Computers, Cars, Industrial Machinery GENERAL SKILLS - Computer skills: Windows, Linux Ubuntu, Office, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign - Personal skills: Accurate, reliable, willing to work to tight deadlines - Languages: Italian (native), English - Hobbies: Singing

I am a bilingual Italian English freelance translator with over 20 years experience in translations in the following fields: instruction books, manuals, industrial equipment, finance, law, fashion, footwear and apparel detailing, software, tanning industry, electronics, tourism, food (fresh produce), automotive, marketing, business, international trade, bank, civil engineering, tenders, contracts, subcontracts, consulting. I was born in the USA from Italian parents, and lived there up to age 13, thus growing up in a bilingual family and school environment. I achieved my degree as an English and French translator in 2000, and have been working since then as a translator, both freelance and in-house, in the following language pairs: ENG > IT, IT>EN, FR>IT. I worked for 7 years for an engineering and consulting firm, translating all sorts of documents, administrative, technical, project-related, business and legal. I currently work as a freelance translator.

I love translating legal documents (e.g. contracts, certificates, notarial certificates, licenses, patents, apostilles, legalizations) and other documents such as books, emails, academic transcripts, websites, and user guides.

My name is Mattia, I live in Italy, and I am a freelance technical translator. I am an expert and professional translator/proofreader from English/German and French to Italian, my expertise covers different fields of translations, from easiest product translations to complex manuals for machines, I have translated almost any kind of text in my career. Why you should choose me? There are several points that I would like to underline; the first is that I put customer's needs first, working in a high demanding environment everyday has developed in me an attitude towards providing high quality results with zero complaints from the customer. That is why my focus is always on providing high quality translations that are perfectly suited for an Italian audience. As stated above, my daily work is to translate and proofread several kinds of texts, from complex manuals to product descriptions for Amazon shops, to emails, contracts, I can handle with almost any kind of text.

I have been working in the translation industry for almost 18 years, dealing with translation agencies and direct clients alike. My keywords are availability, flexibility and quality. I am always available for my clients and I am extremely flexible in terms of deadlines. All this, of course, without compromises as far as quality is concerned. I offer the following services: translation, proofreading, editing, DTP, transcription, localization, mobile apps, websites and e-commerce translation + localization. My rates are totally flexible, because i think that every project is unique, therefore I will be delighted to send you a customized quote upon request. I am EU VAT registered, which is a proof of my commitment and my professionalism. CAT LITERATE, which means more accurate quotes which take into account repetitions and fuzzy matches.

26 years experience as a translator for companies and agencies throughout the world.

I started my career 21 years ago as in-house translator and PM at a translation agency based in Turin, Italy. After three years, I decided to take up the challenge and become a freelancer, in order to devote myself to those texts I was most interested in. My experience as PM gave me a deep insight into all aspects related to the translation process, thus I perfectly know and understand the needs and expectations of Project Managers whom I work with. I am able to work under pressure, and manage large volumes of work with no prejudice to quality. I am able to translate very technical texts, like instruction manuals for X-ray inspection systems, but also to use my creative side to produce translations of content marketing articles.

MA, English Literature and Linguistics, Translation Professional, TEFL Certified English teacher. 2014- 2019 Acquiring a vast expertise for the last 5 years in various fields. Responsible for handling and translating all kind of documents such as; international development reports, technical and website materials, feasibility and business case studies, medical material and more. Having a special educational preparation and extensive experience in writing articles, essays, literary comments, political researches and technical reports. Moreover, I have worked extensively in the field of subtitling movies, documentaries, TV series, programs ... etc from and into English. What is so important for enhancing one’s expertise is the contact and interaction with so many different fields, through which to gain hands-on experience. Inter-personal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity.

I am an energetic and unafraid leader who enjoys ownership and is always looking for new ways to work and grow. I am hands on and have no problem rolling up mysleeves and getting things done to support my teams. I also can see the bigger picture and plan for the long-term development of my markets and will always ensure me bring my team on board with my plans. - I am competitive and love hitting goals. - I am adept at organizing multiple competing priorities - While others are bogged down in the reactive, I find ways to be proactive. - I truly love talking to people and are excited by the idea of helping them ease the chaos in their lives. - Challenge and high-pressure situations excite me – I’d much rather be crazy busy than bored. - I am resourceful. “I have no idea” is not in my vocabulary. - My communication and customer service skills are in a dead heat for first place – I am not one to shy away from a difficult conversation. - I am flexible and adapt to the situation.

I currently study Translation and Interpreting (EN/ES>IT) at the Scuola Superiore per Mediatiori Linguistici di Pisa. I have always had a great passion for languages, but it was during the high school when I realized that my passion could become my job. At that time, I understood that what made me really excited about was studying languages as a tool of communication and sharing so, after obtaining the diploma, I decided to make a change in my life by choosing a university focused on the practical study of languages in order to constantly apply the acquired skills and prove myself. ° ° ° I consider myself as an introvert and stubborn, but open-minded person, always willing to exchange views with others, to learn about different cultures and lifestyles, especially by travelling and getting to know new people. I’m also a great listener and a perfectionist. The qualities that always make me stand out are my motivation, perseverance and reliability.