Paulo Fernandes

 Portfolio Paulo Fernandes: Translation and Localization expert with 20 + years’ experience Airbnb, Amazon, Google, eBay, Booking.com, eToro, Expedia etc. Managed any kind of language service: Manuals, Ads, Listings, SEO Content, Website Localization, Copywriting, subtitling, captions and a lot more Contact: -- Name: Mr. Paulo Fernandes July, 2020 Native Speaker: English, German, (raised and educated in Canada) Education: 2009-12Linguistic Training: School of International Training (Vermont, U.S.A.) 2002Masters of Arts, Modern Languages, Dalhousie University, Halifax Canada. 1997Bachelor of Arts Modern Languages, Marburg, Germany. English Language Studies, Wolverhampton, U.K. 1994Bachelor in Business Administration, Wirtschaftsgymna sium West, Stuttgart, Germany Professional since: 2002 Languages: German, English, Portuguese, Spanish, French (other Languages on request) Top Skills German (translation – SEO Content writer – subtitles – voice over) English (translation – SEO Content writer – subtitles – voice over) Spanish (translation – SEO Content writer – subtitles –voice over) French (translation – SEO Content writer– subtitles – voice over) Portuguese (translation – SEO Content writer– subtitles – voice over) For SEO optimized texts experience with searchmetrics suite. German as a foreign Language Lecturer (university and high school, IB Diploma) English as a foreign language Lecturer (university) Teacher for professional development, practical use of languages in tourism sector. Lecturer for DaF, A1 to DSH preparatory courses. Web Business Consulting, IT Contracting, Web Projects, ... Additional skills Development of e-learning modules, mp4 videos, mp3 sound recordings (conception of sound and image interfaces). Management of e-learning modules with iSpring Suite 9.7. Expert in the use of e-learning methods in foreign language teaching. German as a foreign language teacher, English as a foreign language teacher (university and high school, online). Industries: Translation – SEO content writing, subtitles – voice over, Translation/Interpreter Industry, Marketing, Legal Industry, Medical Industry, Private University, Private School, International School, IT Headhunting, Language Education for professionals, Tourism (Hotel-Cruise ships), Strategy and Organization, Internet Professional Experience Summary Freelance Translations/Subtitles/Voiceover English - German, English - Spanish, English - Portuguese since 2000. Topic Translation of Projects within Languages English - German, English – Portuguese. Subtitles translator for top agencies. Copywriter Marketing, various industries (99% repeat clients for many years) Translation of Amazon Bestsellers, Expert in Business, Medical, Legal, Hospitality, Education, Blogging Industry. Content Localization at booking.com Role Translation Amazon Bestsellers Script writer editor e-learning videos www.videotutor.me Developed a proofreading technique to keep translation content at highest level. Editorial skills (script writing and implementation), Video production, voice over production. Captions Translator for Corporate Marketing Tools Topic / Role Captions Translator for Corporate Marketing Tools Professional Tasks Advanced Digital Marketing Translation Memory Captions Translation from U.S. English to German Technical Translator/Copywriter for Technical Guidelines and Marketing Topic / Role Providing Technical Translation / Copywriting jobs from English to German, German to English. Professional Tasks Technical Guidelines translation for shop repair service technicians with focus on cashpoint systems Localization of website in German, Spanish, Portuguese Copywriting Airbnb, San Francisco (remote), Translator, Content Creator /Copywriter for Listings Topic / Role Providing SEO Translation / Copywriting / for Listings (Property/Experiences) Professional Tasks Localization work in German, Portuguese, Spanish, French (overseeing other languages) Translation Property description, Experiences and landmarks Copywriting Booking.com, Amsterdam, Content Translator/Copywriter for Marketing Topic / Role Providing SEO Translation / Copywriting jobs from English to German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Professional Tasks Localization / Translation Property description and landmarks Copywriting SAP Germany, Technical Translator/Copywriter for Courses Content Topic / Role Providing Translation / Copywriting / Transcribing jobs from English to German Professional Tasks Localization work for German, Portuguese, Spanish Translation of SAP courses from English to German Copywriting SAP courses in German Translator, European Union Topic / Role Providing Translation / Transcribing jobs from English to German Professional Tasks Translation lobby interviews, Political, Economic Advising consultation interviews Translation of European Union Public Notifications, legal texts and correspondence in German Phone Interpreter services Medical Translator, Steven Dunn (Attorney), Miami, U.S. since 2003 Topic / Role Management of Medical Translations, Insurance claims, for insurance and work accident claims. Professional Tasks Translation medical reports from German, French, Spanish, Portuguese to English. Phone Interpreter Finance Content Writer Thema Research of company bios, content writing financial data and company bios Unter- punkte Financial Research SEO Content writing of company bio and financial performance freelance German teacher for DaF A1-DSH exam preparation, 2002– present. Topic DaF A1-DSH classes and preparation for exams. Role Excellent knowledge of German as a foreign language exam landscape (Goethe Zertifikat, DaF, Telc, DSH): individual student teaching and exam preparation. Developed a successful teaching content based on learning videos with emphasis on German Grammar (A1-B2). Editorial skills (script writing and implementation), Video production, voice over production. Translation Project Manager / Translator Recruiter- Topic Responsible for production and recruiting in translation industry Role Management of translation projects Localization Projects Management Translators Recruitment for assigned projects English / German Lecturer as a foreign Language, Santo Domingo, Dom. Rep. - Pontifica University of Madre y Maestra, 2009 -2010 Topic Teacher of German as a foreign language Professional Tasks Teacher of German as a foreign language (all levels) One semester Portuguese lessons as emergency replacement, because the actual lecturer failed multilingual Interpreter / Translator Royal Caribbean, Miami, U.S., 2003 – 2004 Topic / Role Management of international cruise guests communication in 5 languages (Translation & Interpretation) Professional Tasks Daily translation of bordjournal from English into German, Portuguese, French, Spanish. Guest Service Management with a focus on international guests (non-U.S.) Help on demand with language skills in all departments on board German Teacher, Halifax Grammar School, Halifax Canada (2002-03) Topic / Role Responsible for all German lessons from grade 8 to secondary IB students Professional Tasks Responsible for complete German Program from Grade 8 to 12 IB students Preparation for International Baccalaureate exam in German literature German Assistant Teacher, Dalhousie University, Halifax Canada, -) Topic / Role German as a foreign Language Teacher (Beginners). Profesional Achievement Management of German as a foreign language course for Canadian students Master of Arts Degree