I'm a native English speaker from the United States with a love for language, storytelling, and clear communication. I enjoy working closely with clients to ensure my writing is clear, concise, and effectively captures the intended message. I meticulously cross-check and edit all of my work, and I conduct extensive research as needed. I am reliable, adaptable, and highly motivated by language and words. My background and experience provide a unique professional advantage and transferable skills in translation, writing, editing, teaching, and program development. I have built and run language programs, led teams, and delivered high-quality language services for diverse clients, with a strong focus on accuracy and client collaboration. I have a wide-range of experience in translation from Spanish, Catalan and French into English, as well as proofreading and copyediting. I have also worked extensively on AI-generated and MT post-editing, and I love the challenge of polishing text and giving it that human, real touch. References available upon request.

Emilie Delcourt

I'm a native English speaker from the United States with a love for language, storytelling, and clear communication. I enjoy working closely with clients to ensure my writing is clear, concise, and effectively captures the intended message. I meticulously cross-check and edit all of my work, and I conduct extensive research as needed. I am reliable, adaptable, and highly motivated by language and words. My background and experience provide a unique professional advantage and transferable skills in translation, writing, editing, teaching, and program development. I have built and run language programs, led teams, and delivered high-quality language services for diverse clients, with a strong focus on accuracy and client collaboration. I have a wide-range of experience in translation from Spanish, Catalan and French into English, as well as proofreading and copyediting. I have also worked extensively on AI-generated and MT post-editing, and I love the challenge of polishing text and giving it that human, real touch. References available upon request.

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I’m a native English speaker from the United States with a love for language, storytelling, and clear communication. I enjoy working closely with clients to ensure my writing is clear, concise, and effectively captures the intended message. I meticulously cross-check and edit all of my work, and I conduct extensive research as needed. I am reliable, adaptable, and highly motivated by language and words.

My background and experience provide a unique professional advantage and transferable skills in translation, writing, editing, teaching, and program development. I have built and run language programs, led teams, and delivered high-quality language services for diverse clients, with a strong focus on accuracy and client collaboration.

I have a wide-range of experience in translation from Spanish, Catalan and French into English, as well as proofreading and copyediting. I have also worked extensively on AI-generated and MT post-editing, and I love the challenge of polishing text and giving it that human, real touch.

References available upon request.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Catalan; Valencian
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder & Director at Collage Barcelona Language School
July 1, 2005 - September 1, 2021
Founded and directed Collage Barcelona Language School in Barcelona, creating innovative language-learning programs for children and teens (ages 2–18). Provided translation services (Spanish, Catalan, French to English). Built and managed a team of up to 25 teachers, overseeing hiring, accounting, marketing, program development, and community involvement. Served a diverse client base (e.g., Institut Ramon Llull, Monestir de Pedralbes, Innovamat, Sauvage TV, Netflix) and developed language-learning programs and language services. Sold the business in September 2021.
Translator, Writer, Proofreader at Freelance
August 6, 2006 - Present
Spanish, Catalan, French to English translation services Proofreading, Content & Copy Editing, Localization, Transcreation Full-length book & Literary translations Write Where You Are workshop instructor Specializations: literary, cultural, art history, entertainment, education, marketing and the arts Clients include: quilingo.com, Sprouty, Institut Ramon Llull, Monestir de Pedralbes, Innovamat, Sauvage TV, The Geeky Pen, Masseria Moroseta, Daruma Serveis Lingüístics, Fundació Tàpies, Estudi del moble, Netflix, TV3, Marvel Comics, BioViva, Samsung, Editorial Kalina, Parentheses, GGCOM/AIE, Laia Libros, amongst others

Education

BA, Urban Studies & Community Development at Haverford College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Qualifications

Active Member, Mediterranean Editors & Translators (MET)
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
Professional Development Workshops: Teaching Writing Specialization; Copywriting Skills for Translators; SEO; Storytelling in Branding; Tools for Women in Leadership; Memoir, Personal Essay, Creative Writing, Poetry workshops
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services