Jaime V.

Jaime V. – Translator

Professional academic and literary translator - English to Spanish (LATAM). Translation copy-editing and proofreading.

Overview

Meet Jaime, your academic and literary translation professional with over 15 years of captivating experience. With seven published books and multiple academic articles under my belt, I am not just fluent in language but in the art of conveying meaning, nuances, and emotions.


Working with me is like embarking on a journey in which every detail matters. My meticulous nature ensures that nothing slips through the cracks, guaranteeing the highest quality of every project.


As a seasoned freelancer, I orchestrate timelines and resources seamlessly, delivering on time, every time. However, I am not just a lone wolf; I thrive in collaboration, amplifying our collective strengths as a team player.


My organizational prowess ensures smooth sailing from start to finish. When it comes to bridging cultures, I can be your go-to companion to navigate the complexities with finesse.


By using CAT tools in my projects, I bring efficiency and precision to the table, making every translation a high-quality work. To ensure my QA process, I rely not only on my years of expertise but also on the knowledge I have acquired about translation studies since I hold a BA in Translation. Furthermore, as an active member of the Colombian Association of Translators, Terminologists, and Interpreters – International Federation of Translators, I strictly adhere to our code of ethics.


With me, you are not just getting a translator; you are getting a partner committed to excellence and exceeding expectations. Let us bring your words to life together.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Political Science & Current Affairs Sociology Writing & Publishing
Languages
English to Spanish
Certifications
  • Member of the Colombian Association of Translators, Terminologists, and Interpreters – International Federation of Translators (ACTTI – FIT)

Work experience

Ediciones Uniandes

Feb, 2016 — May, 2022 (over 6 years)

Translator of the following books:

"Hijo de la guerra, hombre de paz: unir naciones en un mundo dividido"
"Empatía con el traidor. Un manifiesto de la traducción"
"Las contradicciones de la globalización editorial"
"Los libros académicos y su futuro"
"La colección. Auge y consolidación de un objeto editorial"
"El ser y la tortura"

Antoine Berman Literary Translation Workshop

Apr, 2017 — Dec, 2019 (over 2 years)

Co-translator of the book "Arbolarium. Antología poética de los cinco continentes".

Portfolio

Empatía con el traidor

Polizzotti, Mark

En Empatía con el traidor, Mark Polizzotti —el mismo traductor al inglés de autores como Flaubert, Duras y Modiano— pretende replantear el debate en torno a la traducción de una manera más fructífera que como se ha dado tradicionalmente, tratándola no como un ... read more
Las recientes transformaciones que han afectado la cadena de producción del libro se han analizado, en general, desde el punto de vista del proceso de racionalización y de concentración, como causantes de la aceleración del círculo de fusiones-adquisiciones de... read more
La colección

Christine Rivalan

La colección: auge y consolidación de un objeto editorial estudia la colección —fenómeno editorial esencial— por medio de una compilación de estudios de caso que dibujan un mapa para dar una idea de la trascendencia de la colección editorial en la educación li... read more
El ser y la tortura

Muriel Montagut

El ser y la tortura propone una reflexión sobre la tortura y el sistema torturador que la permite. Los analiza desde un punto de vista sociopolítico además de psicológico, lo que hace posible ver las lógicas del sistema, comprender lo que está en juego. La prá... read more

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