Barbarina Russo

Experience

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  Phoenix Translations

  Apr 2011 - Aug 2015

  English to Spanish Freelance Translator and Proofreader

  Translation of legal documents: consumer, employee and confidentiality agreements, patents, and intellectual property, among others.Localization of packaging and advertisements for Energizer and Little Trees.Translation of technical texts: construction materials and user manuals.

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  Mio Bimbo Kindergarten

  Mar 2012 - Dec 2012

  English Teacher

  Teach English as a second language through the use of educational material, songs and games.

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  Universidad del Centro Educativo Latinoamericano - UCEL

  Aug 2012 - Nov 2012

  English Teacher of Business English

  - Teach English as a second language to business people. - Teach accuracy in the use of language by helping students to be familiarized with the specific vocabulary they will use every day in their work environment.

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  Municipalidad de Rosario

  Oct 2012 - Oct 2012

  English - Spanish Interpreter

  English - Spanish Interpretation of the speaker MaryLou Roberts in the course: "Suzuki method for guitar" in the Municipal School of music. Act as the main source of communication between the speakers and the participants, facillitating effective communication among them.

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  Hispano Language Advisory

  Nov 2012 - Aug 2015

  English to Spanish Freelance translator and Editor

  Translation of medical documents: patient reports, patient instructions and clinical protocols for several GHCOs.

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  InterContinental Hotels Group

  Apr 2013 - Oct 2013

  Guest Service Agent

  • Welcomed guests and assisted them with the check-in and checkout, providing courteous and efficient service at all times. • Updated guests profile and allocated rooms according to guest requests and VIP level. • Performed additional daily desk operations, including office organization; follow up of traces and high balance guests.

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  Conrad Hotels & Resorts

  Apr 2014 - Nov 2016

  •Supervised and ensured that the operation of the Concierge Department, with a team of more than 25 people, runs smoothly. This included bell services operation, airport representatives, transportation arrangements and valet parking services. • Acted as the Duty Manager on shift, solving any customer issue that may arise. • Prepared the work schedule and worked hand in hand with the HR and Finance Department to prepare the payroll for the Concierge Department. Others: • Departmental Trainer for the Front Office Team, including Concierge, Bell desk, Reception and Executive Lounge. Show less

  • Concierge Team Leader

    Jul 2015 - Nov 2016

  • Guest Service Officer - Concierge

    Apr 2014 - Jul 2015
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  Verbatim Solutions

  Jan 2015 - now

  English to Spanish Freelance Translator

  Translation of medical and health related texts: informed consents, insurance documentation, medical reports, medical researches and trials.Translation of legal documents: warranties, demand letters, statements of facts, arbitration and NDA agreements.Translation and edition of human resources texts: HR bulleting, employee handbook, brochures and HR software.

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  Rome Accommodation

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  English to Spanish Translator and Editor

  Translation and edition of the web content and blog.

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  RWS Group

  Nov 2019 - now

  Project Manager

  Coordination and execution of e2e localization projects for one of the world´s most important cross platform companies.Main responsibilities:•Plan, quote and execute localization projects; make sure resources are allocated; identify risks, work on mitigation plans, preventive actions and RCA.•Ensure quality and timeliness of deliveries, including internal team’s responsiveness and professional approach/professionalism as well as work hand in hand with other internal teams, like DTP, to successfully deliver projects and meet client’s expectations.•Day to day communication with the client on project matters and requests; provide project status update, proactive and on demand solution with best-practice approach.•Plan and lead weekly as well as ad hoc calls with the client (e.g. kick-offs, issue-solving, post-mortems); distribute action item internally and follow up on completion.• Work closely with Developers and client on account improvements (integration, automation, development of new workflows, dashboards, etc.)•Strategic planning to meet client yearly goals. Update and prepare reports and provide feedback to client about the development and progress of the objectives.• Manage project finances and profits, including project budgets, purchase/sale orders and invoice. Show less