As a native Swiss, my first language is German. However, I have spent the most part of the last 35 years in the Netherlands, with 7 years in the US and UK respectively. My innate knack for language has assisted me in perfecting my Dutch and English skills to the extent that I speak and write both languages as fluently as my native German. I have provided translation services in these three languages for a private organization between 2007 and 2012 on a regular basis. I am currently working for Rising Life Media Group BV, a young media company based in Amsterdam. My translations are 100% human. I do not use translation software. Every language has its own flavor based upon its cultural heritage. My goal is to not only translate the words of the source text but also to capture its essence, which is not possible with automated translations. I provide professional translations in German, English, and Dutch in all possible combinations. Furthermore, I offer proofreading, editing, and trans