Liva Wilborg Leisner
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record through 10+ years in the publishing industry, excelling in translation and content editing. Adept at managing multiple projects under tight deadlines, I combine strong proofreading skills with a creative sense of texts to deliver high-quality translations. Recognized for adaptability and self-motivation, I consistently achieve client satisfaction through attention to detail.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Head of Post-Human Resources
My Ghost Box
10.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: www.myghostbox.shop
- Writer, inventor, hunter and editor of content for ghost boxes
- Www.myghostbox.shop
Freelance Translator
TransPerfect
04.2023 - Current
- Freelance translation of English - Danish language projects
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Proofread, edit and revise translated documents.
Freelance Translator
Gyldendal
01.2023 - Current
- Freelance translation of novels
- Proofread, edit and revise translated documents.
- Conduct research to ensure accuracy in translations.
- Reviewed source documents prior to translation to ensure clarity and understanding of the content.
- Checking original sources to confirm translations retained meaning and intent.
- Adhere to ethical codes protecting information confidentiality.
Freelance Translator
HarperCollins Nordic
11.2018 - Current
- Freelance translation of novels, fiction and non-fiction
- Proofread translated documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Proofread, edit and revise translated documents.
- Provide appropriate contextual information to increase readers' understanding of translations.
- Conducted research to ensure accuracy in translations.
Freelance Translator
Forlaget Cicero
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Translation of novel English - Danish
- Proofread translated documents for accuracy and completeness.
CHM (Chief Hench-Minion)
Kill Your Darlings Agency
09.2013 - 11.2022
- Generated high-quality creative pieces.
- Produced imaginative and compelling stories.
- Directed new projects into being.
- Crafted high-quality code for homepage.
- Authored assorted shenanigans.
Administrativ Assistent
Akademikernes A-kasse
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Provided comprehensive assistance to the administrative division.
- Managed system entries for scheduling workflows.
- Handled incoming emails.
- Responded to questions regarding legal guidelines and obligations via calls.
- Elevated employee satisfaction through innovative activities (created an in-office comic strip, organised office chair races etc.)
Coordinator of the Night Church
Folkekirken
05.2007 - 10.2009
- Oversaw volunteer activities in a 350-year-old church, ensuring smooth handling of challenging circumstances.
- Organized and managed diverse events, including large-scale Halloween plays and meditation sessions.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
- Participated in subordinates' tasks to facilitate productivity or help overcome difficulties.
- Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
Guild Leader
The Saint Judas Guild
01.2000 - 12.2006
- Led a medieval re-enactment group on a seasonal basis from early April to late October.
- Facilitated recruitment and coordination of volunteers.
- Collaborated with event organizers and customers effectively.
- Expanded network connections.
- Oversaw comprehensive handling of funds.
- Handled permit applications and approvals meticulously.
- Coordinated diverse events and entertainment ventures.
- Coordinated the procurement and preparation of educational materials with historical relevance.
Education
BA. - History
Københavns Universitet
01.2013
Animation and Webdesign -
Roskilde Tekniske Skole (Roskilde Technical College)
01.2009
Skills
- Translation
- Content Editing
- Creative writing
- Translation services
- Proofreading documents
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
- Deadline driven
Publications
- The Magpie King, 10/14, Freelance editing of novels, fiction, and non-fiction.
- Murder in Wallsen, 10/14, Freelance editing of novels, fiction, and non-fiction.
- The Queen of Arabesk, 10/14, Freelance editing of novels, fiction, and non-fiction.
Languages
- Danish, Native or Bilingual
- Klingon, Elementary
- Spanish, Limited Working
- German, Limited Working
- Swedish, Limited Working
- Bokmål, Norwegian, Limited Working
- English, Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- Mountain hiking and camping - the perfect getaway outside reach of cell phone reception :)
- Roleplaying - both as player and GM. The stories I write and run are usually investigation stories that require attention to minute detail and have a lot of moving parts.
- Film club - I run a small, informal film club. At the moment, we are enjoying all the different versions of Godzilla's low centre of gravity...
Languages
Danish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
German
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Klingon
Elementary (A2)
A2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Creative Head of Post-Human Resources
My Ghost Box
10.2023 - Current
Freelance Translator
TransPerfect
04.2023 - Current
Freelance Translator
Gyldendal
01.2023 - Current
Freelance Translator
Forlaget Cicero
01.2023 - 04.2023
Freelance Translator
HarperCollins Nordic
11.2018 - Current
CHM (Chief Hench-Minion)
Kill Your Darlings Agency
09.2013 - 11.2022
Administrativ Assistent
Akademikernes A-kasse
08.2009 - 05.2012
Coordinator of the Night Church
Folkekirken
05.2007 - 10.2009
Guild Leader
The Saint Judas Guild
01.2000 - 12.2006
BA. - History
Københavns Universitet
Animation and Webdesign -
Roskilde Tekniske Skole (Roskilde Technical College)
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