I am a Portuguese, born in Espinho, having lived most of my life in Porto.

I worked as hotel waiter for more than a decade. During that time, I have practiced foreign languages (english, french and spanish) on a daily basis. Then I discovered that I was a fast learner in everything about foreign languages and I started translating for myself, family and friends, who advised me to get a diploma in Translation. So I did and it was one of the best choices I have made, so far. Now I am a full time freelance and in-house translator.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND - TRANSLATOR

• 2018-present – In-house Translator – Currently working in a translation company in Portugal, Eng/Fr/Spa-Pt, in several domaines.

• 2011-present – Freelancer Translator – Specialized in literary translation, religions, art, music, food and beverage and hospitality. My resume has detailed information about my translations and feedback from clients.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND - BESIDES TRANSLATION

• 2008-2017 – Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa

Occupation: Room Service Attendant

• 2005-2018 – Hotel Meliá Gaia Porto

Occupation: Restaurant Waiter and Room Service Attendant

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• 2018 – Initiating Master's Degree in Specialized Translation and Interpretation

• 2018 – Graduate in Translation and Management Assistance – Instituto Superior de Contabilidade e Administração do Porto (ISCAP), Porto, Portugal.

• 2015 – German Course - A1 level (CEFRL).

PERSONAL INTERESTS

• Food & Beverage, Tourism and Hospitality 

• Classical Music and Arts in general

• Literature, History, Religion and Philosophy

• Member of Associação Portuguesa de Tradutores e Intérpretes (APTRAD)

LANGUAGES

Portuguese – Native Speaker

English – Proficient user - C2 level (CEFRL)

French – Proficient user - C2 level (CEFRL)

Spanish – Independent user - B2 level (CEFRL)

German – Basic user - A1 level (CEFRL)