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Sierra  Tackwell

Sierra Tackwell

Translator And Interpreter (English, French, Spanish)
Searcy,AR

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Center Service Professional at H&R Block

Ken Chipman
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in training new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures
  • Provided comprehensive support to clients during the entire service process, from initial inquiry to final resolution
  • Completion of H& R Block Academy Income Tax Education training
  • Scheduled appointments for clients with tax professionals
  • Manage client's experiences in the tax office

Spanish Translator

Harding University
Searcy, AR
05.2021 - 05.2024
  • Maintained cultural relevance in translated materials by conducting thorough research on regional language nuances.
  • Conducted quality control checks on translated content to guarantee accuracy and consistency across all materials.
  • Adapted quickly to shifting priorities and urgent requests by managing time effectively while producing high-quality work under pressure.

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Health Department
Searcy, AR
01.2025 - Current
  • Enhanced patient understanding by providing accurate and timely translations during medical appointments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with the quality of medical services through clear communication and empathy.
  • Developed educational materials in Spanish to help non-English speaking patients better understand their diagnoses and treatment options.
  • Interpreted services to families during process of scheduling initial visit and coordination of ongoing treatment.
  • Verified understood medical information for patients by simplifying any jargon.
  • Collaborated with professional colleagues in development and implementation of family language service initiatives.

Newspaper Columnist

Télé-Louisiane
New Orleans , LA
01.2025 - Current
  • Cultivated an active social media presence to engage readers directly, driving conversation around published articles and increasing brand visibility.
  • Built strong relationships with sources, ensuring access to exclusive information and insights.
  • Analyzed data and trends to identify relevant topics that would resonate with readers, resulting in increased circulation numbers.

Paralegal

Heritage Law Office
Searcy , AR
08.2024 - 03.2025
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.

Center Service Professional at H&R Block

Ken Chipman
02.2023 - 05.2023

Responsibilities previously stated

Foreign Language Correspondent at Truth For Today

Truth For Today World Mission School
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Translated and interpreted Spanish, English, and French
  • Maintained email and phone correspondence
  • Organized quantitative data
  • Packed over 3,000 boxes of devotionals to be shipped off to various Latin American countries

Education

French And Spanish -

Harding University
Searcy, AR
05.2001 -

Skills

Spanish, English and French translation

Spanish and English interpretation

Journalism field-newspaper, yearbook, and media production such as journalistic photography and television news production

ACTFL official certification of fluency in French and Spanish

the Global Seal of Biliteracy-Functional Fluency for Spanish and Working Fluency for French

ServSafe Food Handler Certificate of Achievement and ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Health Department
01.2025 - Current

Newspaper Columnist

Télé-Louisiane
01.2025 - Current

Paralegal

Heritage Law Office
08.2024 - 03.2025

Center Service Professional at H&R Block

Ken Chipman
02.2024 - 05.2024

Center Service Professional at H&R Block

Ken Chipman
02.2023 - 05.2023

Foreign Language Correspondent at Truth For Today

Truth For Today World Mission School
02.2022 - 08.2022

Spanish Translator

Harding University
05.2021 - 05.2024

French And Spanish -

Harding University
05.2001 -
Sierra TackwellTranslator And Interpreter (English, French, Spanish)