Rachel McRobertsMy name is Rachel McRoberts. I am a Spanish>English translator because of my love of languages, cultures, writing, and helping other people. My job—and my passion—is to use my research and writing skills to provide you with a translation that sounds like it was originally written in English. I want you to come away with a document that helps you succeed, whether your success relies on a birth certificate, a grant application, or a marketing brochure.

Because my native language is U.S. English, I translate from Spanish into English. By only translating into my native language, I can assure you that your translation will be accurate and sound natural to English readers. If you need a translation into Spanish (or any other language), I will do my best to help you find a professional translator for your project.

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Qualifications:
  • Certificate in Spanish/English Translation & Interpretation, University of California, San Diego Extension
  • M.A. in Linguistic/Sociocultural Anthropology, University of California, San Diego
  • B.A. in Modern Languages (Spanish & Japanese) and Anthropology/Sociology, summa cum laude and college honors, Knox College
  • Former Communications Manager of a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization
  • Experience living in Barcelona, Spain, and volunteering in San Lucas Toliman, Guatemala
  • 20+ years of studying, speaking and writing Spanish
  • 10+ years experience creating and managing websites
  • Member: ATA, ATISDA, Phi Beta Kappa
Testimonial

Rachel has worked with me on a couple of Spanish into English translations for Word Awareness, Inc. I was responsible for overseeing both projects and not only she provided top-quality translations, but she was also very professional and available to give and receive feedback on the assignment at hand. – Rafa Lombardino, Word Awareness, Inc.

Want to know more?

Please contact me at rachel@mcrobertstranslations.com. I am happy to answer any questions you may have.