Originally from Dublin, I’ve spent half a lifetime abroad, first studying in France and then moving to Germany. I’ve lived in Cologne ever since, having set up as a freelance translator and copywriter back in 2003 after a spell in the market research sector.
I have a BA in International Marketing & Languages from Dublin City University, with first-class honours in both French and German. As well as this, I obtained a Certificate in Accounting from the Open University as an additional qualification for my financial translation work.
When not at my desk, you’ll generally find me on the tennis court, walking by the Rhine, cooking with my wife or curled up with a good book and a glass of Italian red.
Ian has been one of my most trusted partners for English translations since 2008. With his strong business and financial background, he is always an ideal choice when it comes to translating reports, contracts, presentations and minutes for my main interpreting customers.
Angela Sanchez
semantica
As we serve customers all over the world, we decided to hire a copywriter to write all of our press releases and new website content in English directly. Ian came highly recommended – and sees to all our translation needs as well!
Jan Lepold
Orchestral Tools
Whenever I add new products to my range, I get Ian to write the descriptions. His writing has a lightness of touch that fits perfectly with my range of personalised gifts.
Ruth Wallington
Owner
We are well aware of the importance of clear, compelling communication in our international social media and public relations activities. This is why we send all our content to Ian for translation and revision.
Dr Ina Werxhausen
Director Sustainability & Corporate Communication
Ever since I first worked with Ian in 2019, he has been my translator of choice for everything I publish in English. As well as taking great care and precision in his work, he is well attuned to the nuances and subtleties that are the hallmarks of a superior art translation.
Dr Anne Schloen
Author and art historian
Translation from German and French to English, Copywriting in English
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