L2translations
English to French translation · Portland Ore.

L2translations is a partnership between freelance translators Jane Fabulet-Roberts & Carine Zimber. We provide professional, confidential and reliable language services from English into French.

Photo of Carine and Jane on a motorbike Through our friendship, we’ve realized how much that we have in common and have decided to share our experience and skills. Perhaps our greatest qualification is that, being married to American citizens, we both know what it means to be lost in translation.

Based in Portland, Oregon, we’re excited to serve our neighbors and local businesses. We listen to our clients’ specific needs and aim to establish long and trustworthy relationships with them.

Our services

We provide translation, proofreading, editing and voice over services from English to French. Each assignment is carefully edited and proofread to ensure quality final product.

We specialize in areas such as:: Business, marketing, finance, technical, legal, literary, personal, localization and voice over.

Something we can help you with?: Email us at . We consider all requests and will gladly answer your questions.

Rates

Rates start at $0.08 per source word and depend on the type and purpose of your document. A sliding scale of charges is possible for large projects.

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Specials: Vital records: Birth, death, marriage or divorce certificates translated for $35 per document; One diploma & one transcript: $75; Resume & cover letter package: $50; Non-profit organizations: 25% off total quote

About Carine and Jane

Carine Zimber: Carine began translating soon after she moved to Portland in 2002. Before that, her interest in writing and compulsive attention to detail and research had first led her to literary studies …; » Read more about Carine; Carine earned her B.A. in French Literature at the University of Montpellier, France before crossing the Atlantic to study Journalism at the University of Tennessee. She later left the Smoky Mountains for the smoggy highways of California and worked as a staff writer for the San Diego Community Newspaper Group, before eventually arriving in Portland.

As an Executive Secretary at The Portland French School, Carine translated educational material and course curriculum, and she also diversified her portfolio by working independently for local and international clients. Her areas of expertise now extend to vital records and visa applications, marketing material (in the domains of fashion, electronics, I.T. and more), software and software manual translation. She is a member of the Northwest Translators and Interpreters Society.

On sunny days, Carine enjoys exploring the diverse and beautiful landscapes of the Pacific Northwest by hiking, camping or canoeing with her husband. When the rain comes she nestles at home — experimentally cooking, canning or planning the summer garden. She also enjoys a good book.

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Jane Fabulet-Roberts: With a very complex and eclectic experience behind her, Jane undertakes projects with professionalism and passion …; » Read more about Jane; Before moving to the United States, Jane studied French Literature with minors in English and Education (and started a multi-faceted career in live theater well before attending the Jacques Lecoq International School of Theatre in Paris). She has been teaching French and drama for many years.

Since moving to Portland in 2004, Jane has leveraged her eclectic background into a professional translation career. Having no trouble changing gears from a legal document for a non-profit organization to translation and phonetic transcription of an educational method (with voice over and video shooting), she always has a tool for the job. She is a member of the Northwest Translators and Interpreters Society.

In addition to translating, Jane teaches drama and coordinates the after school program at The Portland French School (where she and Carine met).

Jane feels at home in Oregon — not only because the PNW’s weather reminds her of her native Normandy, but because after much travel, Portland is the city she wants to live in. A true Portlander, Jane rides her bike everywhere rain or shine. With time she desires a deeper involvement in her community.

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Links: Alliance Française de Portland: The Alliance Française offers year-round French classes for all levels from beginners to advanced.; Northwest Translators and Interpreters Society

L2translations English to French translation · Portland Ore.

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About Carine and Jane

L2translations
English to French translation · Portland Ore.