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Alex OnestasAO

Alex Onestas

Editor & Editorial Translator

€450/day
Paris, FR
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Alex

Editorial editor and translator, I work on existing texts to make them clear, coherent, and publishable. I manage demanding editorial projects, particularly books and non-fiction content, through in-depth proofreading, rewriting, and stylistic improvement.

Beyond English to French translation, my work involves proofreading, adapting, and ensuring consistency in translated texts to respect the author's voice, the narrative rhythm, and the overall editorial intent. I step in where raw translation ends, with particular attention to fluidity, readability, and the stylistic harmony of the whole.

I have worked on published editorial projects involving international authors and personalities, in a professional and confidential capacity. I collaborate with publishing houses, cultural organizations, and editorial teams needing an experienced eye on long texts.

Based in Paris, I work remotely on projects in France and internationally.
  • French

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Fluent

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • OmaxBooks
    Editor & Editorial Proofreader
    PUBLISHING
    January 2019 - Today (7 years and 5 months)
    Paris, France
    Missions:

    • Proofreading, correction, and fluidification of editorial texts
    • Rewriting of narrative, cultural, and professional content
    • Work on clarity, structure, tone, and consistency of texts
    • Preparation of manuscripts and long-form content for publication
    • Editorial support for authors and project leaders

    Types of content:
    • Books (essays, personal narratives, non-fiction)
    • Articles and cultural texts
    • Editorial and institutional content
    Editorial projects completed:

    Editorial work (editing, proofreading, rewriting, and/or translation) on non-fiction books and cultural content, including:
    • The Misadventures of an Awkward Black Girl – Issa Rae
    • Let Love Have the Last Say – Common
    • A Role to Play – Taraji P. Henson
    • What Day Is It to Be a Boss – Rick Ross
    • Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter – 50 Cent
    • The Autobiography of Gucci Mane – Gucci Mane
    • The Keys to Success – DJ Khaled
    • Raising Kanye: Never Stop Dreaming of the Future – Donda West
    Text Editing Stylistic Improvement Stylistic Correction Linguistic and Stylistic Adaptation Editorial Direction
  • Université Sorbonne Nouvelle
    Digital Economy Professor
    EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING
    September 2019 - Today (6 years and 9 months)
    Paris, France
    Missions:

    • Teaching digital economics and issues related to platforms, content, and new economic models
    • Analysis of transformations in cultural and creative industries in the digital age
    • Transmission of concepts related to content value, work circulation, and international ecosystems
    • Supporting students with contemporary economic and editorial issues
    Knowledge Transmission Content Structuring Digital Culture Strategic Analysis Cultural Industries
  • OmaxBooks Editions
    Editorial Translator & Content Adaptation (English → French)
    PUBLISHING
    January 2023 - Today (3 years and 5 months)
    Paris, France
    Missions:
    • Editorial translation of non-fiction books from English to French
    • In-depth proofreading of translations and stylistic corrections
    • Overall text consistency (tone, voice, rhythm, continuity)
    • Cultural and editorial adaptation of works for a French-speaking audience
    • Content transformation and harmonization beyond literal translation
    • Editorial direction of translated texts, in line with the author's intent and the book's structure
    Translated and adapted editorial projects:
    Editorial interventions (translation, translation proofreading, adaptation, and consistency) on the following works:
    • 50 Cent – Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter
    • Gucci Mane – The Autobiography of Gucci Mane
    • DJ Khaled – The Keys to Success
    • Donda West – Raising Kanye: Never Stop Dreaming of the Future
    Linguistic and Stylistic Adaptation Translation Proofreading Stylistic Improvement English French Translation Text Editing

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Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information & Communication
    Paris 8
    2004

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