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Derrik Zamora

Provo,UT

Summary

Dynamic Q'eqchi' Linguist with excelling in cross-cultural communication and predictive analysis. Expert in Q'eqchi' translation, I have enhanced understanding for medical professionals and social service workers, ensuring accurate and culturally sensitive interpretations. Recognized for maintaining message integrity while multitasking effectively in high-pressure environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Q'eqchi' Linguist

CLOVEHITCH
09.2023 - Current


  • Interpret sensitive data for medical professionals into target language.
  • Help social service workers understand their clients' needs in their native language.

Q'eqchi' Linguist

Mission Essential
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Reviewed work of other linguists for accuracy of content and quality of written expression.
  • Assisted high school teachers by translating material into Q'eqchi' for their students.
  • Attended court hearings to resolve UAC/URM status of a youth.

Q'eqchi' Interpreter

Maya Bridge Language Services
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Provided oral interpretations for clients during immigration procedures, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.

Education

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
04-2027

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
04-2025

Skills

  • Predictive analysis
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Q'eqchi' Translation
  • Grammar and punctuation expertise
  • Effective multitasking

Languages

Spanish
Q'eqchi'

Timeline

Q'eqchi' Linguist

Mission Essential
01.2024 - 07.2024

Q'eqchi' Linguist

CLOVEHITCH
09.2023 - Current

Q'eqchi' Interpreter

Maya Bridge Language Services
08.2021 - 09.2023

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Purdue University

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Brigham Young University