Transcreation & Copywriting
When translation is not enough
Some texts need more than accuracy. They need rhythm, instinct, timing, and a feel for what will actually land with the reader.
I provide transcreation and English copywriting for brands, agencies, publishers, organizations, and creative professionals who need language that sounds natural, persuasive, and culturally fluent. Sometimes that means adapting existing copy from Spanish, Catalan, or French into English. Sometimes it means writing from scratch.
The goal is the same: language that carries the message, but also the mood, voice, intention, and emotional charge behind it.
Based in Barcelona, I work mainly in U.S. English, with a background that combines translation, editing, copywriting, and literary writing. My job is to help your message feel less translated, less generic, and more alive on the page.
What I work on
I work on creative, commercial, editorial, and brand-led content, including:
Website copy and landing pages
Campaign messaging
Brand voice and tone of voice adaptation
Slogans, taglines, and short-form copy
Marketing materials and promotional content
SEO-informed web copy
Editorial and cultural content
Tourism, hospitality, arts, fashion, and lifestyle copy
Publisher, author, and literary projects
Multilingual content that needs to feel natural in English
This service is especially useful when a literal translation would be technically correct but emotionally flat.
Transcreation or copywriting?
They are related, but not quite the same.
Transcreation starts with an existing text in another language. The meaning stays, but the wording may change so the message works in English. This might involve rethinking a headline, changing an image, adjusting a cultural reference, or finding a rhythm that feels more natural to the target audience.
Copywriting starts with the message, audience, and goal. The text may be original, adapted from notes, or developed from a rough brief. It is built to communicate clearly, sound good, and move the reader toward something: interest, trust, recognition, a click, a booking, a purchase, a response.
In both cases, I care about the same things: voice, clarity, tone, rhythm, audience, and purpose.
How I work
I start by asking what the text needs to make the reader feel, understand, or do.
Should it sound elegant? Direct? Warm? Literary? Playful? Premium? Understated? Urgent? Effortless?
Those choices matter. A campaign line, a homepage headline, a product description, and a cultural program note cannot all speak in the same voice.
Depending on the project, I can work from a source text, a creative brief, brand guidelines, rough notes, existing website copy, or a mix of materials. I look at the audience, tone, market, context, and desired effect before shaping the final English.
My background as a translator, editor, copywriter, and MFA-trained writer helps me move between precision and play: close enough to respect the original, flexible enough to make the English work.
A good fit for
This service is especially useful if you need:
English copywriting for a website, campaign, or brand project
Transcreation from Spanish, Catalan, or French into English
Marketing copy that sounds natural rather than translated
A sharper headline, tagline, or call to action
A more consistent brand voice in English
Creative adaptation for an international or U.S. English-speaking audience
Support from someone who understands both translation and writing
The work is not about making the text louder. It is about making it more exact, more memorable, and more alive.
Request a quote
Need transcreation or copywriting support?
Send me the source text, brief, audience, deadline, and any brand or style guidelines you already have. If you are starting from scratch, send a short description of the project and what the copy needs to do.
I’ll review the materials and get back to you with a clear estimate.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Transcreation goes beyond translating words. It adapts a message so that it has the same impact on a new audience while respecting cultural, linguistic, and commercial differences.
This approach is often used for marketing campaigns, advertising, websites, product launches, and other content where tone, emotion, and brand identity are just as important as the literal meaning.
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Translation is ideal when accuracy and fidelity to the source text are the priority.
Transcreation is often the better choice when content needs to persuade, engage, or inspire. Marketing campaigns, taglines, website headlines, and promotional materials frequently benefit from a more flexible approach that captures the intent of the original while sounding natural to the target audience.
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Yes.
In addition to translation and localization, I write and edit original English content for websites, marketing materials, blogs, and other digital communications.
My background in writing and editing helps me produce copy that is clear, engaging, and appropriate for its intended audience, whether I'm working from a brief or developing content from scratch.
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Absolutely.
Sometimes a website doesn't need to be rewritten from the ground up. Small changes to wording, structure, tone, or calls to action can make the content clearer and more effective.
I regularly edit existing English copy to improve readability, consistency, and user experience while preserving your brand voice.
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Yes.
Search engine optimization doesn't end when content is translated. Keywords, headings, metadata, internal links, and search intent often need to be adapted for the target language and audience.
I help businesses refine translated content so it performs well in English-language search results while remaining natural, informative, and engaging. The goal is content that works for both readers and search engines without sounding forced or overly optimized.
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Yes.
Language adaptation often involves more than vocabulary. Tone, cultural references, spelling, punctuation, formatting, and reader expectations all influence how content is received.
As a native speaker of U.S. English, I adapt content so that it feels natural to American audiences while remaining faithful to your message and brand.
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Yes.
Every organization has its own way of communicating. Some brands are formal and technical, while others are conversational or creative.
Before beginning a project, I take the time to understand your style, terminology, and editorial preferences so that new or translated content feels consistent with the rest of your communications.
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Absolutely.
Many international businesses already have strong English content that simply needs a native editorial touch. I refine grammar, style, tone, and readability while preserving your intended meaning and professional voice.
This service is particularly valuable for websites, thought leadership, marketing materials, business communications, and content that represents your brand publicly.
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Yes.
Marketing content often requires more than a direct translation. Headlines, calls to action, promotional messages, and campaign copy need to resonate with a new audience while remaining consistent with your brand.
Whether I'm translating existing campaigns or adapting them for a different market, my focus is on producing English that feels persuasive, natural, and culturally appropriate.
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Yes.
AI has become a useful tool in many content workflows, but the quality of the final text still depends on careful human review.
I work with AI-generated and AI-assisted content by editing, refining, fact-checking, improving tone, and ensuring consistency with your brand and audience. Depending on the project, this may involve light revision, substantial rewriting, or a complete editorial review.
For clients who prefer a fully human workflow, I also provide original copywriting, translation, and transcreation without the use of AI-generated drafts.
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I've worked with organizations across a broad range of sectors, including healthcare and life sciences, hospitality and tourism, technology, education, retail, professional services, and cultural organizations.
Every project has different objectives, audiences, and constraints. My role is to create English that communicates clearly while supporting your broader business or communication goals.
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Of course.
Some projects require a straightforward translation, while others benefit from localization, transcreation, editing, or original copywriting. The right solution depends on your audience, your objectives, and how the content will be used.
If you're unsure where your project fits, send me the material or describe what you're trying to achieve. I'll recommend the approach that offers the best balance of accuracy, creativity, and effectiveness.