Fernanda Pinzon (Espitia)

Experience

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  Freelance

  Jan 2002 - now

  Certified Translator

  I specialize in English<>Spanish translations, transcriptions, and proofreading services, ensuring accuracy and consistency in content. By refining messaging and adapting it for the target audience, I help businesses effectively communicate their brand and objectives.• Interpret oral conversations in real-time for legal cases and business meetings.• Translate documents from source language into target language, ensuring accuracy and syntax.• Proofread material to ensure accuracy of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style.• Conduct research to gain a better understanding of the subject matter prior to beginning a project.• Edit existing translations for accuracy against the original text while adhering to established guidelines for style and formatting.• Read legal documents, scientific articles or news reports and rewrite into specified language.• Adhere to ethical codes protecting information confidentiality.• Maintain a database of translated materials for future reference purposes.Some past and current clients: On The Record Reporting & Research, Inc., Everglades Foundation, ChicFB.com, Univision Deportes, MDG Airline Services, Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care, Zilveti Communications, theAOinsight, Milpa-Labras, EyeSeeProject, HP Latin America, Percolate, Christ Fellowship (Miami), Media Relations Group, Francesca Belluomini (fashionista/author), EduardoAngel.com, TheDigitalDistillery.com Show less

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  Venezuela Sin Límites

  Apr 2002 - Jul 2004

  Senior Marketing Officer

  www.VenezuelaSinLimites.org• In charge of writing grants to government development assistance agencies, multilateral development banks, and US foundations to assist Venezuelan funded non-profit organizations.• Identified and secured strategic cooperation options for financial aid and social program growth of the foundation's Venezuelan equivalent throughout Latin America. • Served as a liaison to boost fundraising from individual, corporate, and government donors.• Collected and analyzed data to support grant applications in the United States and Latin America. • Crafted and implemented marketing collateral, fundraising events, and sponsorship initiatives. Show less

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  Joel Post, Esq.

  Sept 2004 - Mar 2006

  Transcriptions & Translations

  • Maintained high quality standards while transcribing voice recordings and hearing notes.• Provided accurate translations of client notes for hearings and appeal cases.• Researched terminology to ensure accurate translation of legal terms.• Provided guidance on cultural nuances when translating documents into foreign languages.• Maintained a database of translated materials for future reference purposes.• Created glossaries of specialized terminology used in legal translation projects.• Attended depositions or mediations as an interpreter when necessary. Show less

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  NewBornMom

  May 2007 - May 2011

  Co-Founder

  An online baby boutique offering leading brands of eco-friendly & modern products. Carried brands like: UppaBaby, Pixel Organics, Kee-Ka, Bloom, Oeuf, Baby Planet, Bambu, MiYim, QCollection, Earth Mama* Angel Baby, Baby Soy, Baby Spare Wear, Green to Grow, ImagiPLAY, Fleurville, Dante Beatrix, Milkdot, Binth...among others.• Leveraged national baby trade shows to establish wholesale vendors and secure new accounts.• Researched and purchased new inventory.• Executed digital and print marketing campaigns to increase sales performance.• Created monthly newsletters, website content, and marketing materials.• Managed daily order fulfillment and customer inquiries.• Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for optimal pricing structure.• Monitored performance metrics to ensure quality standards were maintained.• Analyzed consumer trends data to inform product offerings and services. Show less

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  Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care

  Aug 2011 - Feb 2014

  Outsource Marketing Assistant

  Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care, established in 1974, is the leading allergy and asthma center serving the tri-county area of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach. FCAAC concentrates in the testing and treatment of allergies, asthma, and other immune system disorders that affect people of all ages. www.Florida-Allergy.com• Responsible for bilingual copywriting, editing and proofing of all internal and external communications for all 17 branch offices across the South Florida tri-county area.• Implemented integrated marketing projects across all media channels to transcend the web and help generate continual new patient acquisition.• Facilitated company re-branding efforts and co-developed branding identity protocols.• Performed brand awareness campaigns for English and Spanish target audiences.• Managed and edited company bilingual blog.• Conducted website uploads of text and visual content. Show less

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  Bristol PR & Communications

  Feb 2014 - Feb 2015

  Freelance Marketing Specialist

  A full-service bilingual agency that specializes in publicity, national and regional media relations, media training, crisis management, strategic marketing, product launches, special events & promotions, community outreach, and social media management. Based in the heart of Coral Gables, but reach is national. Industries served include tourism & hospitality, food & beverage, sports, entertainment, arts & culture, business, and non-profit. www.bristolpr.com• Wrote press releases for clients in English and Spanish for media distribution and pitching.• Wrote copy for client websites, marketing collateral, presentations, and social media platforms.• Developed marketing strategies for existing products, services, and new product launches.• Assisted teams with aligning marketing strategies and objectives based on data-driven insights.• Provided on-site event production and media relations efforts.• Produced monthly client reports of press clippings and social media metrics to support ROI. Show less