Zachary Townsend

Zachary Townsend – Translator

I specialize in food and beverage topics and cookbooks and have translated over thirty books from French to English for major publishers.

Overview

I am an MBA and a PMI-certified project manager with many years of professional experience in proofreading, editing, and translating. My expertise in culinary, food and beverage, and cookbooks also includes expertise in converting ingredient measures (metric to/from standard US measures). I work daily with The Chicago Manual of Style. I have a keen eye for detail and am a consummate professional who believes in proactive communication. I am passionate about helping authors bring their best work to the market.


In addition to food topics, I have translated several books on fashion and travel.


I love cooking and traveling and spend a great deal of time in France. I also teach chocolate classes and have formal training in pastry and chocolate. I have three recipes featured in award-winning baking books.

Services
Non-Fiction
Architecture Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Design Fashion & Textiles Travel
Fiction
Middle Grade
Languages
French to English
Certifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMI)

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2012 — Present

Providing freelance French-to-English translation, copyediting, proofreading, and ingredient conversion services specializing in gastronomy, cookbooks, and food + drink. I help authors achieve accurate and engaging English versions of their manuscripts to ensure the best experience for readers. I love the world of books and food, so I am energized when I help my clients achieve their best product.

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