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Floriane1968
Floriane1968
Frankrijk
Local time: 07:55
Engels naar Frans
+ ...
May 21

Hello everyone,

I received the message below this morning and don't really know whether this company can be trusted or not. There's a Gengo company that's mentioned on Proz with some good Blueboard ratings (but is it THIS company? Even though the logo is a similar one), but I've got a feeling something doesn's smell so right...

I have asked them to let me know about the deadline - No reply

They have sent me a NDA to fill in and sign but the document is not... See more
Hello everyone,

I received the message below this morning and don't really know whether this company can be trusted or not. There's a Gengo company that's mentioned on Proz with some good Blueboard ratings (but is it THIS company? Even though the logo is a similar one), but I've got a feeling something doesn's smell so right...

I have asked them to let me know about the deadline - No reply

They have sent me a NDA to fill in and sign but the document is not so clear to me.
I have asked them to be more accuracte about it and the way I should fill it in. Once more, no reply so I re-sent a message and they eventually replied saying the NDA had been received and approved whereas neither have I filled it in nor signed!

Has anyone already received any job offer like this one?


Greetings
> We are GENGO TRANSLATION COMPANY an USA New York based, accredited
> publishing firm. Affiliated as a corporate member of the American
> translators association (ATA)
>
> https://gengo.com
>
> I hope this message finds you well.
> We are pleased to inform you that [ALFAGRAMA EDICIONES ] is currently
> seeking a skilled and experienced FRANCE translator to join our team.
> As we continue to expand and serve a global audience, the need for
> accurate and culturally appropriate translations has become paramount,
> therefore a reliable translator is needed to deliver high-quality
> translations by adapting to various contexts, and ensuring the
> manuscript maintains the intended meaning and tone.
>
> **Key Responsibilities:
> - Ensure accuracy and consistency in translations, adhering to our
> company's style guide.
> - Collaborate with the team to understand project requirements and
> timelines.
> - Review and proofread translations to maintain high-quality standards.
>
> **Requirements:**
> - Proficiency in English and French LANGUAGE .
> - Proven experience in translation, with a portfolio of previous work.
> - Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
> - Ability to meet deadlines and deliver a satisfactory project
> - Familiarity with translation software/tools etc.
>
> We would love to discuss this opportunity further and learn more about
> how you could contribute to our team. Kindly let us know your
> availability at your earliest convenience, if you are open for a
> mutual collaboration on your side by attaching your CV/RESUME and
> provide any feedback you may have.
>
> Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to the
> possibility of working together on this project. ▲ Collapse
 
Yossi Rozenman
Yossi Rozenman  Identity Verified
Duitsland
Local time: 07:55
Lid 2006
Engels naar Hebreeuws
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Which email did they give you? May 21

Is it a @gengo.com or a gmail?
 
Floriane1968
Floriane1968
Frankrijk
Local time: 07:55
Engels naar Frans
+ ...
ONDERWERPSTARTER
Gmail May 21

It's a Gmail address: [email protected]

I have eventually turned the job down because of too many unclarities.
 
Floriane1968
Floriane1968
Frankrijk
Local time: 07:55
Engels naar Frans
+ ...
ONDERWERPSTARTER
"Problem solved". It's a scam. May 21

Just performed a deeper search and obviously, it's a scam. The publishing company asking for the document to be translated (Alfagrama Ediciones) is a scam.

It was mentioned as a scam over here in a discussion: Be care of New Scam with a different REAL company name ALFAGRAMA EDICIONE from Rosa Monfasani

[Edited at 2025-05-21 12:32 GMT]

Maria Teresa Borges de Almeida
Maria Laura Curzi
 
Yossi Rozenman
Yossi Rozenman  Identity Verified
Duitsland
Local time: 07:55
Lid 2006
Engels naar Hebreeuws
+ ...
Then for sure it's a scam May 21

If it's a Gmail, then for sure it's a scam

Dan Lucas
Maria Laura Curzi
Jan Jug
 
Maria Teresa Borges de Almeida
Maria Teresa Borges de Almeida  Identity Verified
Portugal
Local time: 06:55
Lid 2007
Engels naar Portugees
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It's a scam May 21

London Office
1418 River Drive, Suite 35 Cottonhall, CA 9622
United States
(???)

https://alfagrama.com.ar/contact-us/

Maria Laura Curzi
 


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