EMMANUELLE OCCANSEY
Larwehkope
Summary
Native French linguist with 36 years’ experience translating, editing, proofreading, and transcreating from English to French. Contract translator to UNHQ with extensive work for major international organizations. Combining linguistic precision, cultural insight, and subject-matter expertise to deliver accurate, impactful content tailored to diverse audiences across Africa and beyond.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Consultant
The Word Enabler
05.2025 - Current
- Translated documents from English into French, and vice versa, for clients in the legal, financial, and international organizations spheres.
- Proofread, edited, and revised translated documents.
- Acquired in-depth AI skills and started offering training for educators.
- Created illustrated books relevant for early readers in Africa (to be published).
Translator, Editor and Proofreader
DFD Traduction
01.2018 - 11.2024
- Translated legal, financial, and international organizations/NGOs documents from English into French, and vice versa.
- Conducted terminology research to ensure accuracy in translations, especially in financial statements, CSR and environmental reports.
- Used CAT and AI-enhanced software to enhance efficiency and streamline workflow.
- Proofread, edited, and revised translated documents.
Translator
Self-employed
01.2001 - 12.2017
- Translated documents between English and French for various clients, including the UN, several translation providers to the World Bank, the African Development Bank, as well as law firms, banks, and general interest publishers.
- Collaborated with clients to refine translations based on feedback.
- Delivered completed projects within agreed timelines and specifications.
Founder/Manager
CGH Translation
09.2004 - 08.2007
- Selected young graduates, organized and delivered subject matter and technological training (financial translation, CAT tools).
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
- Managed translation projects from business sourcing to account management.
Founder/Manager
CGH Traduction
12.1999 - 11.2000
- Recruited, hired, and trained staff translators (financial translation, CAT tools).
- Reviewed and evaluated the quality of translated documents for accuracy and adherence to established standards.
- Managed business development actions and negotiated rates and terms of service.
Translator
Self-employed
05.1989 - 12.1999
- Translated documents between English and French for travel and lifestyle book publishers as well as translation agencies (focusing on legal and financial documents, contracts, and reports).
- Promoted translation accuracy by referring to reference dictionaries, lexicons, or computerized terminology banks.
- Proofread, edited, and revised translated documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated with other translators on complex projects.
Education
Master of Arts - Translation
Ecole Supérieure D'Interprètes Et De Traducteurs
Paris, France01.1992
International Business Law Certificate - undefined
American University of Paris
06.1991
Certificate in French and English Translation - undefined
British Institute
06.1990
Skills
- Attention to source text detail and nuances
- Cultural awareness, in particular with regards to English- and French-speaking West and Central African audiences
- Creating or faithfully applying style guides
- Adaptation to the target audience (tone and culture)
- Editing, proofreading, summarizing original or translated documents
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Language Consultant
The Word Enabler
05.2025 - Current
Translator, Editor and Proofreader
DFD Traduction
01.2018 - 11.2024
Founder/Manager
CGH Translation
09.2004 - 08.2007
Translator
Self-employed
01.2001 - 12.2017
Founder/Manager
CGH Traduction
12.1999 - 11.2000
Translator
Self-employed
05.1989 - 12.1999
International Business Law Certificate - undefined
American University of Paris
Certificate in French and English Translation - undefined
British Institute
Master of Arts - Translation
Ecole Supérieure D'Interprètes Et De Traducteurs
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