— CURRICULUM VITAE —
Professional Summary
• Highly skilled professional translator with 20 years of experience translating between English,
Japanese, Spanish, and Portuguese in both directions.
• Native Portuguese speaker with full professional fluency in English, Japanese, and Spanish.
• Proven track record delivering accurate, culturally sensitive translations across legal, technical,
medical, marketing, financial, and literary content.
• Strong command of translation best practices, terminology management, and CAT tools;
committed to punctual delivery, confidentiality, and high-quality localization.
Core Competencies
• Translation (EN↔PT, JP↔PT, ES↔PT)
• Localization and cultural adaptation
• Proofreading, editing, and QA
• Terminology management and glossaries
• CAT tools: SDL Trados, memoQ, Wordfast, and others
• Project coordination and client communication
• Confidentiality and professional ethics
Professional Experience Freelance Translator and Localization Specialist — Self-employed
[2006 — Present]
• Provide high-volume professional translation services for direct clients and agencies,
translating legal contracts, technical manuals, software interfaces, marketing materials, medical
documents, and literary texts.
• Localize software, websites, and marketing campaigns, ensuring cultural relevance and user
engagement for Brazilian/Portuguese-speaking audiences.
• Create and maintain client-specific glossaries and style guides to ensure consistency across
large projects.
• Coordinate with editors, subject-matter experts, and project managers to meet tight deadlines
and quality standards.
• Deliver certified and notarized translations when required.
Senior Translator / Project Coordinator — [Language Service Provider or Consultancy —
optional] [Dates if applicable]
• Managed multilingual translation projects, coordinated teams of translators and editors, and
performed final quality assurance.
• Implemented workflow improvements that reduced turnaround time while maintaining
accuracy and consistency.
• Trained junior translators on CAT tools, terminology management, and client-specific style
requirements.
Selected Achievements
• 20 years of uninterrupted professional practice with a portfolio of repeat clients in publishing,
legal, medical, and technology sectors.
• Successfully completed high-sensitivity projects requiring strict confidentiality and rapid
turnaround.
• Regularly praised by clients for linguistic accuracy, cultural nuance, and dependable delivery.
Education & Professional Development
• Formal training in translation and language studies; ongoing professional development in
localization and CAT tools.
• Workshops and courses in specialized domains (legal, medical, technical) and industry-
standard translation software.
Languages
• Portuguese — Native
• English — Fluent (C2)
• Japanese — Fluent (JLPT N1 proficiency level or equivalent experience)
• Spanish — Fluent (C2)
Technical Skills
• CAT tools: SDL Trados, memoQ, Wordfast, OmegaT
• MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, basic HTML for localization tasks
• Terminology databases and translation memory management
Professional Attributes
• Meticulous attention to detail and stylistic nuance
• Strong cultural awareness and adaptability
• Reliable, professional communication and time management
• Willing to sign NDAs and provide certified translations if required
References
• Available upon request. Portfolio and sample translations available on request.
— PERSUASIVE PRESENTATION / COVER LETTER —
Dear Hiring Manager / Client,
I am a professional translator with 20 years of experience translating between English, Japanese,
Spanish, and Portuguese in both directions. As a native Portuguese speaker with full professional
fluency in English, Japanese, and Spanish, I provide accurate, culturally nuanced translations
tailored to your audience and objectives.
My work spans various fields, including legal, technical, medical, marketing, and literary. I
combine linguistic precision with practical localization experience, creating translations that not
only convey meaning but also resonate with target readers. I use industry-standard CAT tools
and maintain terminology databases and style guides to ensure consistency and efficiency,
especially on large or recurring projects.
Clients choose to work with me because I deliver dependable, confidential service with a focus
on quality and timely delivery. I handle complex and sensitive materials, and I am comfortable
coordinating with in-house teams, subject-matter experts, and project managers to meet strict
deadlines and specifications. I am flexible on project scope and offer clear communication,
competitive rates, and a readiness to provide samples or test translations.
If you need a dedicated, highly experienced translator who can ensure your message is accurately
and effectively conveyed in Portuguese, English, Japanese, or Spanish, I would welcome the
opportunity to discuss your project. Please contact me at [email] or [phone] to request portfolio
samples, receive a quote, or schedule a short assessment test.
Sincerely, [Your Full Name] [Phone] | [Email] | [LinkedIn / Website]
If you want, I can:
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