| Translator's name: | Monica Sanchez |
| Language pair: | English to Spanish translator |
| Country of residence: | Colombia |
| Activity: | Active since 2025 |
| Membership status: | Basic member |
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Monica Sanchez Vasquez monitasan@gmail.com _______________________________________________________________________________ English-Spanish translator and interpreter for different domains, committed to provide a professional service with the highest quality and accuracy through meticulous attention to detail, ongoing research and continuous learning. _______________________________________________________________________________ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Freelance Translator and Interpreter 2011 - More than 10 years of experience in translating, proofreading and interpreting for different fields: general, life and environmental sciences, tourism, engineering, social projects, wellness, technology, among others, for clients such as: AMAZON, 2020 - (full and light MTPE for retail and localization strings for ES-US and ES-MX) 5 Bridges Wellness Coaching, 2024 (guides and content translation) CEMEX, 2015 (technical and legal documents translation) J. Walter Thomson, 2016 (general and marketing documents translation) S Ship Special Services LTDA, 2011-2012 (technical manuals translation) Grupo KOYO, 2012 (technical manuals translation and proofreading) SWISSCONTACT, 2017 (consecutive interpreting for international delegates) In-house Translator and Interpreter 2012 – 2014 • Interlingua Language Solutions - Junior translator and interpreter for Core Banking implementation project. Bogota, 2013-2014 • Lexiapark, Translation Agency – Intern - Project Manager, translator and proofreader. Barcelona, 2012 Additional experience • Casa de Arte y Armonía, Yoga and meditation teacher, Bogota, 2019-2021 • La Pinta Hostels, Manager. Bogota, 2017-2019 • CCO (Colombian Commission for the Ocean), Intern – Coastal Zone Management Committee. Bogota, 2009-2010 _______________________________________________________________________________ EDUCATION • Master degree in Coaching and Personal Leadership. Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona. 2024 – in-progress) • Master degree in Translation Studies. Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona. 2012-2013 • B. Sc. Marine Biology. Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano, Bogota. 2002-2009 OTHER COURSES • Certificate in Medical Interpreting. Continuing Education Hunter College, New York City, 2022 • Translation Techniques for General, Scientific and Legal domains. Universidad Nacional de Colombia. 2011- 2012 ______________________________________________________________________________ Language and Software skills • Spanish: native level • English: Advanced (written and spoken) / TOEFL (Internet Based Test Exam): 93/120 • MS Office • CAT tools: Dejavu, Trados and OmegaT Personal Skills Strong understanding of cultural nuances Excellent active listening and communication Keen attention to detail and commitment to deliver an accurate translation Ability to work independently, decision making and solving problems Highly effective time management and organizational abilities Highly developed ability to work under pressure and handle tight deadlines _______________________________________________________________________________ Other activities Volunteering - Media coordinator, translator and interpreter for Sathya Sai Baba Organization in Colombia, (2014 – 2016) - Seed Freedom - Translation and subtitling (2015) Certified Yoga Teacher (500 YTT) Certified Thai Yoga Massage Therapist Barista Scuba Diver | |
