Translation
I offer professional translation services from English and Spanish into European Portuguese, my mother tongue. I deliver clear translations that reflect accurately the essence of the original text, whilst ensuring that the final work meets the target audience's expectations.
I specialise mainly in marketing texts and website localisation for a wide variety of sectors including beauty, tourism, e-commerce, healthcare, nutrition, education, environment, food & drinks, but I also work in other fields.
I also transcreate marketing copies and other creative content. I translate different types of documents, including brochures, catalogues, websites, instruction manuals, food labels, subtitles, literary texts, surveys, corporate communications, articles, handbooks, newsletters, reports, advertising material, presentations, press releases, and more.
Proofreading
Proofreading is a process whereby a text is scanned for grammar, syntax, spelling errors and typographical and layout errors, creating flawless and print-ready materials.
Bilingual proofreading consists of checking the translation against the original document, focussing not only on the correctness of the text but also on terminology consistency, adequacy and style. It may involve in-depth research. I also provide stylistic and content editing of Portuguese texts, ensuring that clarity, fluency, logic and consistency are achieved.
The extent of editing/rewriting required is always agreed upon with the client.
Teaching
I am a qualified foreign language teacher and trainer and I have worked for the Portuguese Ministry of Education and Science in Middle and High Schools.
I have also worked as a university assistant lecturer, teaching Business English, Spanish Language & Culture and Translation Techniques.
I have a vast experience in creating educational materials as well as designing courses that will cover your language learning needs.
I currently do not offer teaching/training services.