Member since Nov '20

Working languages:
English (monolingual)
German (monolingual)
Afrikaans (monolingual)
Dutch (monolingual)
German to English
Petrus Maritz
Highly qualified, social sciences

Regensburg, Bayern, Germany
Local time: 03:00 CEST (GMT+2)

Native in: English Native in English
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Account type Freelance translator and/or interpreter
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Services Native speaker conversation, Editing/proofreading, Translation, Training, Copywriting, Language instruction, Subtitling
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Specializes in:
ReligionHistory
Social Science, Sociology, Ethics, etc.Poetry & Literature
Art, Arts & Crafts, PaintingLinguistics
FolkloreEducation / Pedagogy
PhilosophyPsychology

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KudoZ activity (PRO) PRO-level points: 8, Questions answered: 7
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Payment methods accepted PayPal, Bank transfer
Translation education PhD - KULeuven
Experience Years of experience: 23. Registered at ProZ.com: Nov 2020. Became a member: Nov 2020.
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Software Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, OmegaT, Affinity Designer, Affinity Publisher, DaVinci Resolve, Powerpoint, Subtitle Edit
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Professional objectives
  • Meet new translation company clients
  • Meet new end/direct clients
  • Screen new clients (risk management)
  • Get help with terminology and resources
  • Learn more about translation / improve my skills
  • Learn more about interpreting / improve my skills
  • Get help on technical issues / improve my technical skills
  • Learn more about additional services I can provide my clients
  • Learn more about the business side of freelancing
  • Stay up to date on what is happening in the language industry
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  • Buy or learn new work-related software
  • Improve my productivity
Bio

Born and raised in Zimbabwe, I am a South African citizen currently living in Germany.

I have a handful of academic qualifications in different directions that testify to my versatility.


Qualified English Teacher

Academic background in Theology, Philosophy, Education,
Greek Drama and Literature

Experience

 in the film industry, book industry, factories,
a fitness studio, at stables, teaching and conducting research at universities in South Africa, Belgium
and Germany

 

Translated and edited countless articles, papers, journals and books.

Prepared several successful projects; written and published my own work, and have extensive experience with
film scripts

 

Travelled extensively and enjoy most forms of sport

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Profile last updated
Sep 6, 2023