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Brazilian Portuguese Language Specialist
Male41 y/oEnglish Translation/Portuguese translation/Foreign language teacherLive in United StatesNationality Brazil
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Summary

Detail-oriented and bilingual Portuguese–English translator with 5 years of proven experience translating a wide range of content, including internal documents, recruitment materials, and surveys. Native Portuguese speaker with advanced English proficiency, skilled in ensuring accuracy, tone, and clarity across both languages. Experienced in managing translation workflows, validating survey content, and maintaining multilingual website updates. Known for strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently in remote environments. Additional experience includes market research analysis, proofreading, data quality checks, and training new contributors.

Work experience

Brazilian Portuguese Language Content Designer

Unacademy (AirLearn app)
2025.03-Current(2 months)
· Designed and developed dynamic Portuguese language learning materials customized for the US learner profile, enhancing accessibility and cultural relevance. · Developed app-ready microlearning content structured into bite-sized lessons with clear progression, intuitive navigation, and optimized user experience for mobile learning environments. · Collaborated cross-functionally with the Content Head and curriculum team to create a cohesive, learner-centered curriculum aligned with pedagogical best practices. · Integrated learner feedback and data analytics to refine content, driving measurable improvements in user engagement, retention, and learning outcomes. · Monitored emerging trends in language education and edtech, applying innovative methods and tools to continually elevate the quality and effectiveness of learning resources.

Brazilian Portuguese Language Specialist

upwork - freelancer
2020.04-Current(5 years)
Translate internal documents and content from Portuguese to English and vice versa, including recruitment ads, offers, and surveys, ensuring high linguistic accuracy and cultural appropriateness. Maintain quality and consistency of all translations, following internal guidelines and style. Communicate directly with users (shoppers) for survey validation and clarification, ensuring clear and professional interactions. Provide constant updates and content management for websites in both Portuguese and English. Validate translated surveys to ensure content relevance and coherence. Support cross-functional tasks, including market research analysis, data checking, proofreading, and shopper recruitment and training.

Brazilian Portuguese Instructor

Brazilian Portuguese Institute
2020.04-Current(5 years)
· Design and deliver customized virtual Brazilian Portuguese lessons to adult learners, including expatriates, and business clients. · Develop instructional materials aligned with learners’ goals, using a variety of resources to support acquisition of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. · Create quizzes, tests, and homework assignments to reinforce learning and track student progress. · Prepare and adapt teaching content to match students’ ILR proficiency levels, with a focus on real-life communication and cultural immersion. · Provide detailed progress reports and individualized feedback to support students’ language development. · Incorporate technology into lessons using tools like Google Forms, Jamboard, Quizlet, and Padlet to enhance interactivity and engagement.

Educational experience

Datascy

Data Analysis
2022.09-2023.12(a year)
I developed strong skills in statistical modeling, data visualization, and the use of tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets. I learned how to clean, organize, and interpret data to support decision-making processes, and gained experience in presenting analytical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Languages

English
Proficient
Portuguese
Native
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