Phrase TMS Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Phrase TMS
Markus S.
Last position:
Co-Founder & Managing Director at dialogue gmbh
- Strategic and operational overall responsibility for a specialized agency for UX Writing & Content Strategy
- Product development, client acquisition, and the setup and strategic further development of UX writing systems for clients in the IT and finance sectors
Björn K.
Last position:
UXUI Design at Valantic GmbH, Porsche AG
Created compelling visual design system for My Porsche Charging App, translating premium automotive brand DNA into digital interfaces serving 150,000+ luxury vehicle owners.
Gunda K.
Last position:
Freelance Translator and Interpreter in FR-DE and EN-DE at Self-employed
- I have been working as a freelance translator and interpreter in the technical field for over 30 years
- My clients include translation agencies, for which I work in the fields of mechanical engineering, medical technology and aircraft construction
- Direct clients in France and Switzerland in the fields of gearbox construction, machining, heat treatment and gear technology
Manuel W.
Last position:
Frontend Software Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation
- Developed a web component for vehicle pricing communication in an international online shop.
- Replaced an old Stencil component to create a modern, flexible, and maintainable Vue.js component.
- Implemented country-specific displays and rules to comply with legal requirements.
- Introduced modal windows and tooltips to optimize user guidance.
- Adapted the component for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
- Provided different views and functions for stock and configurable vehicles as well as for private and business customers.
- Implemented efficient API calls and caching mechanisms to improve performance.
Abhilasha S.
Last position:
Advisory Board at Intersteller Consulting GmbH
- Holds an advisory role in this startup on providing guidance on use of AI in product management to use Jira AI
- Working on real-world applications of AI tools like ChatGPT, Visual Studio, Augment, and Synthesia to enhance product management and user communication
Calin C.
Last position:
Gorillas
- Successfully migrated 99.9% of the users to the new app by automatically logging them in using the token retrieved from the old app.
- Facilitated more than 400k signups in the first 3 months after releasing the redesigned app by supporting phone, Apple, Google, and Facebook authentication methods implemented using Firebase.
- Helped more than 250k users successfully add their address by supporting search using Google Places and by selecting the exact location using Google Maps based on the service delivery zones.
- Skills: Firebase Auth, Google Places, Google Maps, Segment, Adjust, Braze, Rich Push Notifications
Kerstin W.
Last position:
Specialist Translator/Reviewer/Editor at 24translate Direct GmbH & Co. KG
- Translation, revision, proofreading and journalistic editing of documents for credit and bank institutes, mainly based in Switzerland
Flurina K.
Last position:
Freelance Translator and Editor at SprachenMeer Übersetzung und
- Fields: Marketing, Business Communication, PR, Web/IT
- Services: Translation, Transcreation, Proofreading, Editing, Copywriting
- Certified Translations: German↔Spanish
Sebastian K.
Last position:
Ideagiver, Evangelist & CEO at OnlyLaw
- Ideagiver and CEO of ONLYLAW, a platform that makes legal advice more accessible to people with heart.
Uwe W.
Last position:
Freelance Translator & Content Manager at Altenar
- Translating weekly special insider reports on international online gaming, sports betting, gaming laws and the whole industry.
Francesca C.
Last position:
Freelance Project and Resource Manager at Diction AG
- Management and coordination of multilingual translation projects
- Comprehensive management of the entire translation process from resource planning to quality assurance
- Use of innovative language and translation technologies
Norbert O.
Last position:
Content Manager at Ray Sono AG
- Maintained McDonald's German website and app
- Troubleshot the CMS with an international technical service provider
- Implemented online marketing campaigns
- Tools: Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Confluence, Jira, Teams, PhraseApp, Figma
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Statistics of experts using Phrase TMS
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
4.5 years
Positions per freelancer
8
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Marketing
Top industries
Professional Services, Automotive, Healthcare
Certification focus areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Legal
Bachelor's degree or higher
90%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
92%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using Phrase TMS
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Phrase TMS experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Professional Services (67%)
- Automotive (58%)
- Healthcare (58%)
- Information Technology (58%)
- Media and Entertainment (50%)
- Education (33%)
- Manufacturing (33%)
- Retail (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Translation management core
Phrase TMS is a cloud-based translation management system for planning, assigning and tracking multilingual content projects. Formerly known as Memsource, it brings translation memories, term bases, quality checks and vendor workflows into one workspace. Companies use it to coordinate repeatable language production across teams and markets.
Workflows and content
Phrase TMS supports projects for websites, software, product information, documentation and marketing content. Specialists configure language pairs, deadlines, review steps, permissions and automation rules. They also manage file exchange and structured handoffs so source content can move between authoring systems and translation teams without unnecessary manual work.
Connected ecosystem
The system is often used alongside Phrase Strings for software localization and connected to CMS, PIM, ecommerce, repository and customer-support tools. Relevant work can include API integrations, connector setup, webhooks and data mapping. Strong knowledge of translation memory formats, term bases, machine translation providers and QA settings is equally important.
When expertise helps
- A multilingual rollout needs a reliable Phrase TMS workflow
- Existing translation assets need cleanup, migration or governance
- Connectors or APIs must exchange content with business systems
- Review roles, permissions and automation need a clear design
Freelance expertise is useful during implementation, migration, workflow redesign and periods of high localization demand. In Germany, specialists may support global teams remotely or work with local stakeholders on site when terminology, process ownership and communication require close coordination.
What strong specialists deliver
A capable Phrase TMS professional starts with the content process rather than simply changing settings. They define practical project structures, protect translation memory quality, establish terminology controls and test edge cases before launch. They can document decisions clearly and explain trade-offs to localization, content and technical teams.
Evaluating project fit
Look for evidence of comparable Phrase TMS work, especially with the content types, connectors and language operations involved in the assignment. Ask how the specialist handles migration, segmentation, QA failures, access control and machine translation review. German-language collaboration can matter for local teams, while international projects may require confident English and disciplined asynchronous communication.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Phrase TMS.
Phrase TMS is used to plan, assign, review and track translation projects across languages. It combines translation memories, term bases, quality checks, workflow controls and integrations so companies can manage recurring localization work in a consistent way.
A strong Phrase TMS specialist can explain its fit against tools such as Trados Enterprise, Smartling or Lokalise without treating one system as universally best. The decision usually depends on workflow complexity, integration needs, existing translation assets, language operations and the balance between internal and external contributors.
Useful adjacent skills include CAT-tool workflows, translation memory and term-base management, localization QA, content modeling and API integration. Experience with Phrase Strings, CMS or PIM connectors, machine translation providers and structured file formats can be important for projects that extend beyond basic setup.
The right level depends on the assignment. A focused workflow adjustment may need someone comfortable with configuration and QA, while a migration or multi-system rollout calls for a Phrase TMS professional who has handled data mapping, connector testing, permissions and operational change.
Yes. Phrase TMS work is well suited to remote collaboration because configuration, reviews and documentation take place in cloud-based workflows. For German companies, agree early on working language, time-zone overlap, access procedures and whether workshops or stakeholder sessions need to happen on site.
Phrase TMS becomes valuable when content is multilingual, recurring or handled by several roles and providers. Centralized memories, terminology, approvals, automation and reporting provide more control than exchanging files and tracking requests manually.
Ask for a clear explanation of how they would model the workflow, protect translation assets and test integrations. A strong Phrase TMS professional connects configuration choices to measurable process goals, documents the setup and identifies risks before production use.
Freelancers working with Phrase TMS should clarify the client’s content sources, language pairs, review roles, existing memories, term bases and machine translation expectations. They should also understand whether the assignment covers hands-on translation operations, system administration, integration work or a combination of these areas.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Phrase TMS in their recent projects is 87 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 693 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Phrase TMS in their recent projects, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Phrase TMS in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Phrase TMS in their recent projects are German (100%), English (92%), and Spanish (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Phrase TMS in their recent projects are Professional Services (67%), Automotive (58%), and Healthcare (58%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Phrase TMS in their recent projects are Information Technology (58%), Product Development (58%), and Marketing (50%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Phrase TMS
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