Language Services
Interpreter
I work remotely and in person, and frequently travel internationally for assignments and events.
Translator
I have translated well over 3 Million words in the past decade, mostly using memoQ and Trados Studio with my own licenses.
Sworn Translations
Sworn (certified) translations for high-intent individuals and corporate partners who need legal validity for official documents.
Voice Over
German is my native language and my voice is a warm Baritone. I also frequently work in French (Parisian French) and English (US)
Professional Journey
Made in Germany, I am schooled in German & English before moving to Paris.
In the course of a 30-year international tourism career I have managed multiple aspects of hospitality from operations, music & events, art exhibitions, motor racing, cruise trains and many others up to executive level.
Now I enjoy working as an accredited interpreter, sworn translator and VO artist, with a proven track record as a language professional in French, English and German for over 13 years.
Having lived and worked in Germany, Japan, the US and France, I am now based in South Africa, from where I support international companies and NGOs in their activities.
What Drives My Work
Industries I Am Working With
Interpreters VS Translators What's The Difference?
Interpreters VS Translators
Interpreters: Spoken or Signed
Interpreters convert spoken or signed (SASL) expressions from one language into another
Translators: Written
Translators convert written expressions from one language into another
Interpreters VS Translators
Interpreters: Real Time
Interpreters work in real time
they interpret at the same time as the original is spoken = simultaneous or they speak in pauses in between = consecutive
Translators: Scheduled Delivery
Translation takes time to be completed
Interpreters VS Translators
Interpreters: Both Languages
Interpreters are fluent in both languages
Translators: Target Language
Translators often specialize in one direction only
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FAQ'S: All You Need to Know
Where are you based? Are you available to travel?
I am based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Working for a variety of clients who are not based in my home town, I frequently travel. Around South Africa, regionally throughout all countries in Africa, and overseas to just about any destination in Europa, Asia and America.
What are your rates?
Interpreting services are paid by the day. Subject matter, degree of difficulty and the type and duration of the assignment determine the actual pricing. Provisions for travel will be made.
Translations are charged per word. The price per word depends on the degree of difficulty of the translation, the language combination and also on the volume and urgency of the order.
Due to this dynamic, it is not feasible to make a general statement on final prices here.
Voice Recordings are paid per minute.
Often, it is more appropriate to speak about “recording and broadcast” fees, depending on the intended usage. What’s the medium – online, radio, TV? Is it commercial, for profit?
Will it be used only inside the client organization?
Will access to it be free of charge or behind a paywall?
I am happy to establish an individual offer that is tailored to your needs.
What languages do you work in?
German is my mother tongue, and I master English and French fluently both orally and in writing with excellent negotiating skills. Any combination between those languages is possible.
What if I’m looking for other languages?
Language professionals are a tight-knit community, as we often work together on the same events. This allows me to confidently source my most experienced colleagues in languages such as Arabic, Hebrew, Japanese, Kiswahili, Spanish and Portuguese.
When are you available?
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and in some years even 366 days
Where are you based? Are you available to travel?
I am based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Working for a variety of clients who are not based in my home town, I frequently travel. Around South Africa, regionally throughout all countries in Africa, and overseas to just about any destination in Europa, Asia and America.
What are your rates?
Interpreting services are paid by the day. Subject matter, degree of difficulty and the type and duration of the assignment determine the actual pricing. Provisions for travel will be made.
Translations are charged per word. The price per word depends on the degree of difficulty of the translation, the language combination and also on the volume and urgency of the order.
Due to this dynamic, it is not feasible to make a general statement on final prices here.
Voice Recordings are paid per minute.
Often, it is more appropriate to speak about “recording and broadcast” fees, depending on the intended usage. What’s the medium – online, radio, TV? Is it commercial, for profit?
Will it be used only inside the client organization?
Will access to it be free of charge or behind a paywall?
I am happy to establish an individual offer that is tailored to your needs.
What kind of project management do you undertake?
Individually, as a team member or a team leader, my work experience is broad and ever growing in the most diverse fields, cultures and languages.
Why should I / we work with you?
In addition to good looks and a charming personality?
My expertise and professional ethics build on years of business experience around the globe, in the most diverse fields of activity.
Thanks to my rapid grasp of changing environments I am able to act with flexibility and recognize opportunities in face of the unexpected.
I have come to experience the need for top quality engagement and absolute confidentiality first hand throughout my career.
I therefore take my assignments and their preparation very personal – also, because my only capital as a freelance language professional is my reputation.
Resulting repeats and referrals are what secures future contracts for me.
Where are you based? Are you available to travel?
I am based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Working for a variety of clients who are not based in my home town, I frequently travel. Around South Africa, regionally throughout all countries in Africa, and overseas to just about any destination in Europa, Asia and America.
What are your rates?
Interpreting services are paid by the day. Subject matter, degree of difficulty and the type and duration of the assignment determine the actual pricing. Provisions for travel will be made.
Translations are charged per word. The price per word depends on the degree of difficulty of the translation, the language combination and also on the volume and urgency of the order.
Due to this dynamic, it is not feasible to make a general statement on final prices here.
Voice Recordings are paid per minute.
Often, it is more appropriate to speak about “recording and broadcast” fees, depending on the intended usage. What’s the medium – online, radio, TV? Is it commercial, for profit?
Will it be used only inside the client organization?
Will access to it be free of charge or behind a paywall?
I am happy to establish an individual offer that is tailored to your needs.
What kind of project management do you undertake?
Individually, as a team member or a team leader, my work experience is broad and ever growing in the most diverse fields, cultures and languages.
Why should I / we work with you?
In addition to good looks and a charming personality?
My expertise and professional ethics build on years of business experience around the globe, in the most diverse fields of activity.
Thanks to my rapid grasp of changing environments I am able to act with flexibility and recognize opportunities in face of the unexpected.
I have come to experience the need for top quality engagement and absolute confidentiality first hand throughout my career.
I therefore take my assignments and their preparation very personal – also, because my only capital as a freelance language professional is my reputation.
Resulting repeats and referrals are what secures future contracts for me.
You're In Good Hands. See What Others Say About Me
“Chris has the most important skill in our industry, a dominance in English, French & German, both as a simultaneous and consecutive interpreter. His experience ranges from infrastructure development, women’s rights and climate change to international corporate affairs and international relations.”
“Your knowledge of French and rapid grasp of project parameters has enabled our mission to the National Hydrocarbons Corporation of Cameroon to create a sustainable and beneficial partnership.”
“We would like to thank you once again for your support during the IndustriALL seminar.
We frequently have workshops with our colleagues in PE and will need your language support in future.”
