When requesting a quote, please send the full text to be translated as this will prevent misunderstandings and will ensure the accuracy of the quote and quoted delivery date. Please also provide any other information and/or materials relevant to the project (see also: instructions below).
The translation cost will depend on the length and the difficulty of the text, the amount of formatting involved and the stated deadline.
Projects can be quoted on:
a per source-language word basis
a target-language word basis
a standardized line basis (55 characters incl. spaces)
a per-project basis (all inclusive)
an hourly basis (i.e. for proofreading, editing)
When requesting a quote
Please indicate how you would like the quote expressed (see above list) and whether you need the quote in U.S. dollars (USD) or euros (EUR).
When you have a firm deadline, please provide the exact deadline (date & time & time zone). This helps in scheduling and ensures that you will receive the translation on time.
If you do not have a firm deadline, but would like the translation delivered within a certain timeframe, please include this information.
*Nearly all of my translations are delivered prior to the deadline.
Since 1997, I have never delivered a translation late.
*Excellent two-way client/translator communication + excellent scheduling skills =>translations that are delivered on or before the deadline and utltimately results in highly satisfied, long-term clients.
Please understand that in some cases, the type of project will pre-determine the way the quote is formulated. For example, editing and proofreading of translations is charged at an hourly rate.
After I receive your inquiry, I will take a careful look at the text to be translated and your requirements. Quotes are usually prepared and sent out on the day the request has been received. As no jobs are subcontracted out, at times, it may take me several hours to reply to your inquiry. If your inquiry is very urgent, please mark it as such.
Prior to starting a project, all project, delivery and payment details will be confirmed by email and I will require (by email or in writing) your full contact info and acceptance of all terms stated in the emails.
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