Gabriel Santamaria
Translator/Interpreter
EDEN PRAIRIE,MN
Summary
Focused Translator and Interpreter with highly developed understanding of Spanish language and culture. Dedicated individual successfully facilitates communication between people of different cultures and backgrounds.
Brings wealth of knowledge and experience to organizations requiring interpretation and translation services. Committed to providing quality service and results.
Highly experienced communicator with proven track record of delivering precise interpretations and translations between English and other languages. In-depth understanding of cultural nuances to effectively bridge communication. Dedicated to accuracy and reliability.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Translator and Interpreter
Nuevo Mundo, LLC
11.1997 - Current
- Translated documents from Spanish to English for local businesses including 3M, Cargill, Land O'Lakes, Regis and Ecolab.
- Worked with interpreting agencies (Propio, Ingco, GBR, MINT, Weaving Cultures) in the medical and legal fields.
- Interpreted for regional school districts.
- Upheld strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive information or classified documents for clients.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering accurate translations and interpretations within tight deadlines.
- Maintained high linguistic standards across all translations through rigorous proofreading and editing processes.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and adaptability during interpretation assignments, fostering positive relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Received positive feedback from clients for exceptional attention to detail in translated documents and interpreted conversations.
- Fostered better understanding of complex documents by translating technical manuals, legal contracts, and medical reports.
- Enabled effective communication between doctors and patients with limited English proficiency by interpreting medical appointments accurately.
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Expanded client base through consistent delivery of high-quality translation and interpretation services.
HR Representative
Allina Health
10.1999 - 12.2005
Education
Special Education Interpreting Training Workshop
Minnesota Department of Education
Hopkins, MN01.2019
English As A Second Language: Focus On Business
University of St. Thomas
Minneapolis, MN05.1998
English As A Second Language
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR06.1994
Intensive English
British Council
Bogota, Colombia03.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing/Advertising
Politécnico Grancolombiano
Bogotá, Colombia 05.2001 -
Skills
Cultural Awareness
Professional ethics understanding
Verbal and written communication
Effective Communication
Adaptability and Flexibility
Interpersonal Skills
Professionalism
Team Collaboration Aptitude
Strong vocabulary skills
Fluent Bilingualism
Certification
Cross-Cultural Communication 40-hour interpreter Training for Health, Education and Human Services, Hopkins Public Schools (2015)
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing/Advertising
Politécnico Grancolombiano
05.2001 -
HR Representative
Allina Health
10.1999 - 12.2005
Translator and Interpreter
Nuevo Mundo, LLC
11.1997 - Current
Special Education Interpreting Training Workshop
Minnesota Department of Education
English As A Second Language: Focus On Business
University of St. Thomas
English As A Second Language
Arkansas State University
Intensive English
British Council