Business Details
16 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Global Translation Services with Boutique Expertise
The Language Department is a global translation agency that delivers boutique language solutions with precision and cultural nuance. Our hybrid approach combines AI technology with expert human translators to ensure accurate, contextually appropriate translations across 60+ languages. We specialize in serving healthcare, legal, sports, and marketing industries, offering services including document translation, subtitling, audio localization, and desktop publishing. With a focus on timeliness and budget adherence, we support clients in over 50 countries through a personalized approach that mimics an in-house team.Our 15+ years of expertise (as of 2025) and proven track record with organizations like Pacific Whale Foundation and EngageMD demonstrate our commitment to quality. We maintain rigorous quality assurance processes and prioritize client collaboration to ensure seamless integration of translated materials into websites, apps, and multimedia content. Our team's responsiveness to urgent requests and ability to handle complex projects make us a trusted partner for businesses expanding globally.
Services
Translation
Subtitling
Desktop Publishing
Audio Localization
Machine Translation
Marketing Adaptation
Website Localization
Document Formatting
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer hybrid translation combining AI efficiency with human expertise
- Our team handles urgent requests with same-day turnaround capabilities
- Proven experience supporting complex projects for healthcare and legal industries
- We maintain quality through rigorous proofreading and QA processes
- Our 15+ years of expertise spans 50+ countries and 60+ languages
What people say
Saved time, money
Reliable service
Highly recommend
Highest quality
Creative team
Services
Translation
Our professional translation service converts written content between 60+ languages with cultural accuracy. Expert linguists ensure technical precision for legal, medical, and business documents. We maintain original formatting while adapting terminology to target audiences, supporting both traditional documents and digital content.
Subtitling
Professional subtitling service preserves context and timing for multimedia content. Our specialists ensure accurate translation while maintaining synchronization with video content. We handle both open and closed captioning requirements for films, documentaries, and corporate videos across multiple platforms.
Desktop Publishing
Desktop publishing service maintains original document formatting during translation. Our designers work with complex layouts including technical manuals, marketing materials, and multilingual publications. We ensure proper text expansion/contraction handling and maintain brand consistency across all localized materials.
Audio Localization
Audio localization service provides culturally appropriate voice-over recordings. We use native-speaking voice talents with industry-specific expertise. Our process includes script adaptation, recording, and synchronization with original media to ensure seamless integration for e-learning modules and marketing videos.
Website Localization
Website localization service adapts digital content for target markets. We implement translations using clients' preferred CMS or localization tools. Our process includes hreflang implementation, cultural adaptation, and testing across devices to ensure optimal user experience in all supported languages.
People
Leslie Iwerks
Director
Award-winning documentary filmmaker who has collaborated with The Language Department on multiple international film projects requiring precise translation and localization services.
Scott Hendler
Attorney
Managing partner at Hendler Flores Law who relies on The Language Department for urgent legal document translations and long-term project support.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare, legal, sports, marketing, and technical industries with subject-matter experts in each field.
How do you ensure translation quality?
We use hybrid translation combining AI with human experts, followed by rigorous proofreading and QA processes.
Can you handle urgent translation requests?
Yes, we offer same-day turnaround for urgent projects while maintaining quality standards.
What languages do you support?
We support translation between 60+ languages including major European, Asian, and Middle Eastern languages.
Do you work with non-profits?
Yes, we've successfully completed projects for organizations like Community Tech Network and Pacific Whale Foundation.
How are translation costs calculated?
Costs depend on language pair, volume, and complexity. Contact us for a customized quote based on your specific needs.
