Julia Pretsfelder
About Julia Pretsfelder
Julia Pretsfelder is a Localization Associate with a diverse background in communications, digital humanities, and art. She has held various roles in educational and cultural institutions, and currently works at Tag, where she supports localization projects for notable brands.
Current Role at TAG
Julia Pretsfelder has been employed as a Localization Associate at TAG since 2020. In this role, she identifies compelling point of sales projects to feature in client-facing decks and presentations for notable brands such as MAC and Clinique. She also provides ad hoc project management and creative support across the TAG Localization team, working with accounts that include Sesame Street, 3M, and Airbnb. Her contributions enhance the team's ability to deliver localized content effectively.
Previous Work Experience
Julia Pretsfelder has a diverse work history that includes various roles in different organizations. She worked as a Darkroom Monitor at Amherst College from 2017 to 2018. In 2017, she served as a Digital Humanities Fellow at the University of California, Berkeley for two months. From 2018 to 2019, she was the Communications & Development Coordinator for the Cojolya Association of Maya Women Weavers in Santiago Atitlán, Guatemala. Additionally, she held positions as an Art Intern at Madison Square Park Conservancy in 2016 and as a Student Historian Intern at the New-York Historical Society from 2012 to 2013.
Educational Background
Julia Pretsfelder studied at Amherst College, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Latin American Studies from 2014 to 2018. She also studied Digital Humanities during her time at the college. Additionally, she studied at the University of Buenos Aires, focusing on Historia, Arte y Letras, and participated in a Study Abroad program in 2016 for 11 months.
Linguistic Skills and Contributions
Julia Pretsfelder leverages her fluency in Spanish and intermediate proficiency in Portuguese to provide linguistic insights for creative projects and cultural consultations. She writes articles about language for her team's Medium page, showcasing her knowledge and expertise in linguistics. Her language skills enhance the quality and cultural relevance of the projects she works on.