Glenda Pardo
Colorado Springs,Colorado
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Webmaster
Excelencias Magazine
Havana, Havana, Cuba
03.2013 - 06.2016
- Developed and maintained web content including website navigation, images, text, and multimedia.
- Monitored user feedback on various webpages to identify areas of improvement.
- Implemented Search Engine Optimization techniques to improve website visibility in search engine results pages.
- Deployed automated scripts for tasks such as updating content on multiple pages at once or generating reports from database queries.
- Reviewed information and elements regularly on websites and pages for accuracy and functionality.
- Coordinated with project managers to define scope, set timelines, and deliver projects within deadlines.
Translator
Prensa Latina News Agency
Havana, Havana, Cuba
09.2010 - 03.2014
- Translated a variety of documents from English to Spanish, including legal contracts and medical records.
- Proofread translated documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Worked with linguists to ensure that translations were accurate and culturally appropriate.
- Collaborated with other translators on complex projects.
- Conducted research to ensure accuracy in translations.
- Reviewed source documents prior to translation to ensure clarity and understanding of the content.
- Edited existing translations for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and style errors.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments related to translation services.
- Utilized specialized software programs such as SDL Trados Studio for document translation purposes.
- Attended workshops and seminars related to translation best practices.
- Actively participated in discussions about ongoing translation projects.
- Assessed quality control measures used by other translators.
- Translated client documents between languages.
- Delivered translation services to clients.
- Proofread, edited and revised translated documents.
- Identified and resolved conflicts in translation or interpretation of words or concepts.
- Confirmed accuracy of technical terms and terminology and remained consistent during translation revisions.
- Discussed translation requirements with clients to determine fees to charge for provided services.
- Traveled with or guided tourists who speak another language to appreciate context and culture of foreign setting.
- Read legal documents, scientific articles or news reports and rewrote into specified language.
- Compiled background information on content and context of translations for intended audience.
- Checked original sources or authors to confirm translations retained meaning and intent.
- Translated software technical manuals to another language and culture.
- Compiled technical, legal or medical terminology and information used in translations.
- Adhered to ethical codes protecting information confidentiality.
Education
Bachelor´s Degree - Linguistics
University of Havana
Havana, Cuba07-2010
Skills
- Content layout
- Website development
Languages
English
Elementary
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Webmaster
Excelencias Magazine
03.2013 - 06.2016
Translator
Prensa Latina News Agency
09.2010 - 03.2014
Bachelor´s Degree - Linguistics
University of Havana
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