I was born in Guatemala (native Spanish speaker) and work as a translator (ENG/SPN/ENG), Transcriptionist, and proofreader. I have recently started working as a freelancer on the web and would love to be part of your project. Also, I describe myself as a person committed to my work, and I guarantee quality in each Project I am assigned to. I studied international relations and worked for my foreign office for over forty years.
MY TOP SERVICES:
👉🏼 Translation SPS / ENG / SPA
👉🏼 Writing of texts in Spanish and English
👉🏼 Professional proofreading
👉🏼 Proofreading of official documents
👉🏼 Detail oriented
👉🏼 Rapid transcription support
👉🏼 Recording of voices with Central American accents.
👉🏼 Data Entry
Nacida en Guatemala (hablante nativa de español), trabajo como traductora (ENG/SPN/ENG), transcriptora y correctora. Recientemente comencé a trabajar como freelance en la web y me encantaría ser parte de tu proyecto. Además, me describo como una persona comprometida con mi trabajo, y garantizo calidad en cada proyecto que se me asigna. Estudié relaciones internacionales y trabajé en el Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores de mi país durante más de cuarenta años.
Luis Mario A.
Translator/Voice/Writer/Mistery Shopper
San José, Costa Rica
$10/hr$10 per hour5.0 (2) 4 jobs $400+ total earnings
I am originally from Argentina, but I have lived in Brazil, Mexico, and am currently living in Costa Rica. My native language is Spanish, but I am also fluent in English and Portuguese. I was trained originally as a chemist, but I have not worked in that field for many years. Instead, I became passionate about traveling, learning languages, and developing versatile skills.
My Upwork track record speaks for itself: 100% Job Success Score with perfect 5.0 ratings across all completed projects. Clients have endorsed me as Reliable, Professional, Committed to Quality, Solution Oriented, and a Clear Communicator.
Recent projects include:
· Fluent Spanish (Argentine) Recording Project (Jan–Aug 2026) – $125 earned. Client review: "Great resource who consistently delivers high-quality work. Reliable and professional. Highly recommended."
· Luxury Content Writer – Beauty & Perfumery (May 2026–Present) – Ongoing role creating high-end editorial and SEO-focused content.
· Mystery Shopping – Upwork Enterprise Client (Apr–May 2026) – $31.71 earned. Client review: "Great experience with this freelancer, we will certainly hire her again."
My expertise includes:
· Translation & Transcription: I handle technical and commercial translations (e.g., research documents for Arizona State University, materials for a Mexican tourism company) and transcribe/caption audio/video in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.
· Writing & Editing: From proofreading to ghostwriting, I craft and polish texts with precision, adapting to different tones and styles from English and Portuguese to Spanish, my native language.
· Voice Work: I offer professional voice recordings for projects requiring clarity and native fluency. I have a South American accent that most people find pleasant.
· Data Entry & Admin Support: Meticulous and efficient, I manage databases, organize information, and handle clerical tasks with a focus on accuracy.
I am extremely reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to meeting deadlines without compromising quality. Whether it's translation, writing, or administrative support, I deliver work that meets the highest standards.
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Soy originalmente de Argentina, pero he vivido en Brasil, México y actualmente resido en Costa Rica. Mi lengua nativa es el español, pero también tengo fluidez en inglés y portugués. Me formé originalmente como químico, pero no he trabajado en ese campo durante muchos años. En cambio, me apasioné por viajar, aprender idiomas y desarrollar habilidades versátiles.
Mi trayectoria en Upwork habla por sí sola: 100% de Job Success Score con calificaciones perfectas de 5.0 en todos los proyectos completados. Los clientes me han reconocido como Confiable, Profesional, Comprometido con la Calidad, Orientado a Soluciones y Comunicador Claro.
Proyectos recientes:
· Proyecto de Grabación de Voz – Español Argentino (ene–ago 2026) – $125 ganados. Comentario del cliente: "Excelente recurso que entrega trabajo de alta calidad de manera consistente. Confiable y profesional. Muy recomendado."
· Redactor de Contenido de Lujo – Belleza y Perfumería (mayo 2026–Presente) – Rol activo y continuo creando contenido editorial de alto nivel y enfocado en SEO.
· Mystery Shopping – Cliente Upwork Enterprise (abr–may 2026) – $31.71 ganados. Comentario del cliente: "Gran experiencia con esta freelancer, sin duda la contrataremos nuevamente."
Mis áreas de experiencia incluyen:
· Traducción y Transcripción: Realizo traducciones técnicas y comerciales (por ejemplo, documentos de investigación para la Universidad Estatal de Arizona, materiales para una empresa turística mexicana) y transcribo/con subtitulo audio y video en español, inglés y portugués.
· Redacción y Edición: Desde corrección de estilo hasta escritura fantasma, elaboro y pulo textos con precisión, adaptándome a diferentes tonos y estilos tanto desde el inglés como del portugués hacia el español, mi lengua nativa.
· Locución: Ofrezco grabaciones de voz profesionales para proyectos que requieren claridad y fluidez nativa en mis idiomas. Tengo un acento sudamericano que a la mayoría de las personas les resulta agradable.
· Ingreso de Datos y Asistencia Administrativa: Meticuloso y eficiente, gestiono bases de datos, organizo información y manejo tareas administrativas con enfoque en la precisión.
Soy extremadamente confiable, orientado a los detalles y comprometido con cumplir los plazos sin sacrificar la calidad. Ya sea traducción, redacción o apoyo administrativo, entrego trabajo que cumple con los más altos estándares.
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Expert Translator & Virtual Assistant | ES • EN • PT
Hi! I’m María, a multilingual Translator, Content Writer, and Virtual Assistant (VA) with experience supporting businesses in Spanish, English, and Portuguese. I help brands communicate clearly, manage daily operations efficiently, and deliver high-quality content across digital platforms.
I have worked as a Virtual Assistant for e-commerce and online businesses, including hands-on experience with Shopify, customer support, administrative tasks, and content-related projects. I am detail-oriented, reliable, and focused on delivering consistent, high-quality results.
What I Offer:
Translation & Content Services
* Professional translation (Spanish, English & Portuguese)
* SEO-friendly content writing for blogs, websites, and e-commerce
* Proofreading and editing to ensure polished, error-free content
* Localization services to adapt content for different markets
* Transcription and subtitling for audio and video materials
Virtual Assistant Services
* Virtual Assistant (VA) support for daily business operations
* Shopify assistance (product uploads, descriptions, basic store management)
* Customer support via chat, email, and ticket systems
* Administrative tasks and task management
* Data entry and database management with constant updates
* Online research and data organization
Why Choose Me:
* Fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese
* Experience in translation, content writing, and virtual assistance
* Strong background in customer support and e-commerce
* Organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
* Reliable, responsive, and always on time
* Personalized support tailored to your business needs
Let’s connect! I’m ready to support your project with professional translations, engaging content, or reliable virtual assistance to help your business grow.
Shuska S.
Bilingual translator & Customer Service Advocate
San Jose, Costa Rica
$15/hr$15 per hour5.0 (38) 53 jobs $60K+ total earnings
🥇Spotlighted on Upwork official websites | 🥇 Top Rated | 🥇5-star review profile
Hi! My name is Shuska. I'm a native Spanish speaker and fluent in English with a Bachelor's Degree in International Trade. I'm a highly results-oriented professional with solid experience in translation and Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
I take pride in my Upwork profile and in being known as a reliable freelancer, with a pleasant attitude, problem-solving skills, and excellent organizational and time management aptitudes.
As an experienced customer service advocate for over six years and translator for more than three, I will be happy to help you proofread, localize, translate, or be part of your Customer Support Team.
Thank you for taking the time to read about me.
-Shus
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