das-stimmt.com is the website of Benjamin Lewis, a freelance translator and writer with extensive experience in documentation development and instructional development. A native of the United States with years of education in both German and French, I am often available to work evenings, weekends, and other odd hours to meet your deadline.

Translation

German to English only. Specialized topics include computers and electronics, pro audio, music (with a special emphasis on pipe organ building), acoustics, architecture, and automotive materials.

Editing and proofreading

Able to provide a “second set of eyes” to read over your translations and make sure that the final copy is grammatically correct and stylistically appropriate.

Audio editing and mixing

Recorded numerous direct-to-two-track recordings and live concerts and provided post-production editing. Voiceovers recorded in a private studio. Completed several turn-key CD projects. Software includes Digidesign ProTools and Bias Peak.

Desktop publishing and layout

CD artwork, newsletters, ad layout. Software includes Adobe Creative Suite and CorelDRAW.

Technical writing

More than 20 years experience in a wide variety of fields, including hardware and software, accounts receivable and hospital information management systems.

Instructional development

Educational materials for instructor-led courses or self-paced training, from needs analysis through training delivery.