MICHELLE AVILA
Mexico City
Summary
Medical translation professional with proven track record of delivering precise and culturally nuanced translations. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to dynamic work environments. Proficient in Spanish and English, with keen eye for detail and commitment to achieving high-quality results.
Experienced with translating complex documents to ensure accurate and culturally relevant communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
TRANSLATOR
Freelance
01.2014 - Current
- Medical, legal and technology documents
CONTENT TRANSLATOR SR
KTBO/Janssen
Mexico City, Mexico
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Facilitated precise translation of medical and pharmaceutical terminology to support effective communication in healthcare.
- Proofreading
- Led initiatives to develop high-quality SEO copy that drives traffic and engagement. Oversaw content creation processes to align with brand messaging and marketing goals. Guided team members in implementing best practices for search engine optimization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance translation processes and workflows.
- Translated technical documents ensuring clarity and accuracy in multiple languages.
- Reviewed and edited translations for precision, cultural relevance, and adherence to project specifications.
- Developed glossaries and style guides to maintain consistency across various projects.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Specialized in translating complex technical documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity for endusers.
- Collaborated with fellow translators to ensure consistency in language usage and style across all documents.
- Developed a strong working knowledge of industry-specific terminology through extensive research and continuous professional development.
- Enhanced customer support by translating help guides and online support resources.
- Contributed to development of glossary of terms specific to industry, standardizing translations across projects.
INTERPRETER
LanguageLine Solutions/ AMN
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Note taking skills
- Medical, technology, legal and financial knowledge
- Continous interpreter
AGENT
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Garantee excellent service from the engineers and HPE clients in Canada
- Ordering parts and sending them via UPS
Education
CRM, SEO, Proof reading, Trados SDL, CAT tools, MS Office
UDEMY
01.2023
Linguistics and Literature
IEU
01.2021
Skills
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Accurate translation
- Written communication
- Organizational skills
- Document creation
- Dealing with a high volume of calls/sessions
- 100% of daily performance, meeting goals
- Problem solving
- High verbal and written skills in English and Spanish
- Note taking skills
- Ability to adjust communication to fit the needs of the recipient
- Strong Communication
- FLUENT IN English and Spanish
- Document translation
- Strong vocabulary skills
- Research
- Cross-cultural communication
- Editing skills
- Document review
- Medical document translation
- Research and analysis
- Computer-assisted translation tools
- Industry-specific terminology
- Client services
- Technical document translation
- Audiovisual translation
- Interpretation proficiency
- Quality control analysis
- Live interpretations
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
Timeline
CONTENT TRANSLATOR SR
KTBO/Janssen
06.2023 - 12.2025
INTERPRETER
LanguageLine Solutions/ AMN
01.2018 - 01.2023
AGENT
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
01.2017 - 01.2018
TRANSLATOR
Freelance
01.2014 - Current
Linguistics and Literature
IEU
CRM, SEO, Proof reading, Trados SDL, CAT tools, MS Office
UDEMY