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I hold a degree in Language and Literature and I am currently pursuing a Master’s in Art History and Heritage, with a research focus on ancestrality, territory, and contemporary artistic practices. Originally from the Northeast of Brazil, I have spent the past years living and working across different places, in constant dialogue with diverse cultures. Now based in Portugal, I am driven by a desire to move across contexts, build meaningful connections, and bring my personal perspective into the research and projects I develop. My path spans writing, education, cultural production, and the performative arts, alongside direct experience working closely with the public through management and hospitality, where I developed strong skills in listening, mediation, and creating collective experiences. Between Brazil and the United States, I was also the CEO and Art Director of my own sunglasses brand, leading its creative direction, visual identity, and social media presence. I currently work with artistic research, developing creative and curatorial projects that engage with heritage and territorial narratives, fostering encounters and imagining alternative futures.

As a native Portuguese translator, proofreader and copywriter, I bring over 9 years of editorial experience to the table. My main fields of expertise include the following options: - Translations (Portuguese/English – English/Portuguese): I translate all types of contents, from online articles to academic and technical writing. I always ensure that the translation accurately conveys the original meaning, rather than relying on a word-for-word approach. - Proofreading: I conduct a thorough review, correcting any grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors I find. I also provide suggestions for improvement, when necessary, but the client always has the final say. - Copywriting: as a writer, I can easily adapt the tone and language of the text for any target-audience, while seamlessly including all the required keywords and SEO requirements. I am also familiar with creative writing. - Text editor: I refine existing texts, making the necessary adjustments to improve clarity, coherence, and readability. Whether it requires stylistic changes, structural improvements, or significant rewrites, the final version will always be aligned with the client's expectations. If you're looking for someone reliable to assist you with an editorial project, create quality content or improve existing materials, I'm ready to put my skills to use.

Olá, I’m Mariana. My work blends creative direction with graphic design, guiding you from the first spark of a concept to a fully realized visual world. What I do: • Style direction boards and visual concepts • Branding, layout design, and editorial projects • Visual aesthetic, world-building & creative consulting for brands, books, and spaces My strength is understanding the emotion behind a project and translating it into visuals that feel aligned, refined, and alive. I listen deeply, ask the right questions, and shape your idea into a visual language that reflects its essence. If you want design that expresses your vision with feeling, clarity, and intention, I’d love to collaborate. I genuinely enjoy guiding people through their ideas and helping bring their vision to life. Kindly, Mariana Amaral

Having a medical and philosophical background is a great asset to my language work. I have a long experience of English - Portuguese translation and original writing in Portuguese and in English. I currently work with: - Intertranslations, as a translator for the European Parliament - DeepL / Linguee, as a writer / re-writer, for AI training purposes: my job consists of writing and re-writing given texts in different styles, in European Portuguese and/or Brazilian Portuguese; I have worked for years with: - a renowned UK company, thebigword, translating legal content for the British Ministry of Justice, and interpreting for UK governmental and non-governmental entities such as NHS, Universal Credit, Police Services, Children Services, different financial institutions, Immigration Services, etc - renowned US companies such as Globo and Transperfect, interpreting and translating in the medical / legal / health and auto insurance fields Please check the work samples in my portfolio. I can also send you my CV and further work samples upon request. My special interests and skills: medicine, philosophical essay, arts, literature, translation, creative writing. I look forward to collaborating with you!

Curiosity, adaptability, and creativity have shaped my journey, allowing me to navigate different fields with an open mind and a problem-solving approach. My academic background in Art History, combined with diverse professional experiences, has given me the tools to embrace new challenges, think critically, and find innovative solutions. I’m passionate about exploring culture, visual narratives, and the ways in which art connects people and ideas. Always eager to learn, create, and contribute to meaningful projects. Expertise With a background in Art History: - Proficient in historical, heritage, and artistic research tools; - Skilled in the evaluation, dating, and iconographic identification of artworks; - Experience in analyzing both visual and written sources; - Capable of organizing and programming cultural events; - Writing historical content tailored to diverse audiences; - Knowledge of conservation methods and practices. Professional Skills: - Versatility and adaptability to new contexts and projects; - Content creation and organization, team and task management; - Resource management; - Creative approach to ideas, initiatives, and proactive communication strategies. Training & Education: - Participation in national and international conferences and symposiums about art history and heritage preservation; - Attendance at workshops focused on sustainability; - Courses and classes in creative writing, digital marketing, and use of applications (Canva, CapCut) for video and photo editing.

Multilingual professional with a background in International Relations, Political Science, History, Art and Cultural Studies. Experience across public and private sectors in Latin America and Europe, in roles involving project and operations management, art curation and consulting, executive support, and artist coaching. Strategic, results-driven, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. ————————————————————————————————————————— Profesional multilingüe con formación en Relaciones Internacionales, Ciencia Política, Historia, Arte y Estudios Culturales. Experiencia en sectores públicos y privados en América Latina y Europa, en gestión de proyectos y operaciones, curaduría y consultoría de arte, asistencia ejecutiva y coaching. Estratégica, orientada a resultados, con sólidas habilidades comunicacionales e interpersonales.