About me
Konnichiwa! I’m Lorelle, the founder of Wildcat Translations
‘Wildcat Translations was launched in 2022 in a “largely nocturnal and solitary manner” —two characteristics common to some freelance translators and wildcats.’
About me
My name is Lorelle, and I have been studying Japanese since I was 15 years old. I graduated from the Master of Interpreting and Translation Studies program at Monash University in 2016 (Melbourne, Australia). My thesis focused on my own translation of an extract of author Hiroshi Ogiwara’s Ashita no Kioku (明日の記憶: Memories of Tomorrow) and the translation of style in literature, for which I achieved a high distinction.
I have been a full-time technical translator since 2016, specialising in patents and life sciences and working with agencies and private clients.
I achieved NAATI certification as a Japanese into English translator in 2017 and am also a current member of AUSIT and JAT. In 2022, I began operating under the name ‘Wildcat Translations’ as my business continued to grow, and I began to work in collaboration with trusted colleagues on projects.
Anecdotally, I am also a descendant of Asajiro Noda, said to be the first Japanese person to settle in New Zealand.
Beyond my work as a Japanese translator, I have diverse passions. I find joy in visiting cafe with my friends, spending time with my black cat named Squid, snowboarding in Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, taekwondo, and analogue photography.
Why choose Wildcat Translations?
Wildcat Translations is not an agency. Not only do I personally handle most translation tasks, but I also collaborate with a team of highly-skilled translators, editors, and QA checkers. I have several trusted colleagues on call who are proficient in technical translation and/or hold NAATI certification. This means we are fully equipped to handle any project, whether small or large-scale. Additionally, we are experienced in using computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools such as Trados and Phrase.
With my extensive experience and qualifications, I am dedicated to providing a personalised and professional translation service that you can trust.