Open Project: Vintage Toy Manual Translator (German → English)

This ongoing open project seeks German-English translators to convert old toy manuals (from brands like East Germany’s VEB Plasticart or West Germany’s Playmobil) into clear, modern English. Your work will help collectors, parents, and museums safely rebuild and preserve retro toys.

Key Responsibilities:
Translate & Localize:

Convert German assembly instructions (e.g., "Schraube A in Teil B einsetzen" → "Insert screw A into part B").

Adapt safety warnings (e.g., "Nicht für Kinder unter 3 Jahren" → "Not for children under 3 years").

Technical Accuracy:

Preserve exact part numbers (e.g., "Ersatzteil Nr. 45" → "Spare part #45").

Clarify obsolete terms (e.g., "Plaste" [East German for plastic]).

Formatting:

Maintain original diagrams/labels in translated text.

Use consistent fonts/headings for readability.

Requirements:
Native-level English + fluent German (tested on technical texts).

Experience with:

Technical translation (preferred) or toy/model-building.

Handling scanned/faded documents.

Detail-oriented (tiny screws = big consequences if mistranslated!).

Documents You’ll Work On:
1970s East German model kits (cars, planes, trains).

1980s West German board game rules.

1990s dollhouse assembly guides.