Octavia

Hello:

I was offered to translate a user's manual and I am not sure what I my fee should be.

Thus far I've done meeting minutes, birth certificates, resumes; etc. But this would be my first big project and I am at a loss on the rate.

Can anyone advise?

Veronica

Hi Octavia!

You started a pretty interesting thread here.

As far as I know, the rates are given by the languages you work in the first place, and then some other factors.
Generally experienced translators can charge more, because they base the expensive rate to the fact that they know the subject, offer a quality service, etc.
Also specific and difficult subject are more expensive, it's not easy to find an aerospace translator than one who can translate a kitchen recipe.
Finally, I usually give a discount on volume.

The rate you decide depends on many things, but it's ultimately, your choice.

Cheers!

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Hebe

Hi Octavia. If it is a local client, I would start out on the bases of the local market rate and then I would take into consideration everything that veronica has pointed out (subject difficulty, volume, experience, etc.)

International clients are a different issue altogether, as the fees differ fom local fees and may depend on the countries involved

Hope this helps

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