About Me – A Philosophical Approach to Clear, Honest Translation

My work is grounded in a philosophical practice that aims to keep truth afloat in every piece of text I handle. By paying close attention to subtle choices of register, terminology, and framing, I strive to present ideas as transparently as possible, allowing readers to form their own judgments without unnecessary distortion. This commitment to clarity, critical inquiry, and linguistic precision guides every translation I produce

Professional Snapshot

Passionate Translator & Critical Analyst – Began translating as a university student; the craft quickly evolved from a side hustle into a vocation centered on truth‑seeking and narrative deconstruction.
Academic & Pedagogic Edge – Currently training as a foreign‑language teacher, immersing myself in German literature and pedagogy, which hones my sensitivity to nuance, tone, and cultural context.
Decade‑Long Multilingual Experience – Over ten years working with languages, four of them dedicated exclusively to professional translation across a broad spectrum of domains.
International Insight – Lived and conducted research in the United States and the United Kingdom as a social‑science university researcher; based in the Lake Geneva region since 2000, giving me fluency in French‑speaking environments.
Business‑Development Foundations – Started as an assistant to a multilingual Business Development Director, quickly taking charge of an online magazine and its newsletter—experience that sharpened my editorial judgment and project‑management skills.
Sector Breadth – Business, marketing, education, tourism, finance, HR, website & media localisation, medical, political, and literary texts.
Swiss‑Italian Specialisation – Deep familiarity with Italian as spoken in Switzerland, ensuring culturally resonant translations for local markets.
High‑Volume Production (No CAT Required) – Consistent daily output demonstrates efficiency and reliability:
- English → Italian: 1,500 – 2,500 source words
- French → Italian: 1,500 – 2,500 source words
- German → Italian: 1,000 – 1,500 source words

Recent Highlights (2020 – Present)

Since March 2020 I have partnered with Fair Observer, overseeing all communications and outreach. In this capacity I also manage content strategy and production, leveraging my philosophical and linguistic background to:

Detect and neutralize covert framing tactics (the famous narratives)
Choose precise registers and terminology that resist manipulation.
Craft narratives that foreground accountability, sustainability, and social justice.

Professional Experience

Part‑time Freelance Translator (2007 – present)
Delivering accurate, culturally attuned translations for global clients while consistently questioning the underlying discourse to ensure integrity and clarity.

Part‑time Content Manager (2020 – present)

Personal Interests

When I’m not translating, I’m expanding my language repertoire (learning Hindi or Elvish, for fun and for the kick), training as a business and copy writer (The Economist certification - may 2025), writing short stories for children, gardening, sewing, hiking, practicing yoga, and traveling to experience diverse cultures firsthand.

Get in Touch

Feel free to contact me at r.campani@gmx.ch. I look forward to helping you convey your message with precision, honesty, and a critical edge that cuts through the noise.

Roberta Artemisia Campani