Conference Interpreter & Translator in Porto, Portugal
Clear communication across languages, wherever the conversation happens
Professional conference interpreting and specialized translation from English, French and Spanish into Portuguese, with Portuguese-to-English interpreting for international events, meetings and professional settings.
Services
Professional interpreting and translation for demanding environments.
From international conferences and institutional meetings to technical documents and remote events, every assignment is prepared around the subject matter, terminology, audience and communication goals.
Conference Interpreting
My conference interpreting experience includes both on-site and online events, with subject areas ranging from European affairs and public policy to business, tourism, health, education, sustainability and technical topics.
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Consecutive Interpreting
My approach combines linguistic precision with flexibility, making consecutive interpretation particularly effective when interaction and personal communication are important.
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Simultaneous Interpreting
As a simultaneous translator and interpreter, I prepare terminology in advance and adapt to the subject matter so that complex information can be communicated clearly and accurately in real time.
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Remote simultaneous interpreting
RSI – Remote Simultaneous Interpretation provides professional simultaneous interpreting for online conferences, webinars, seminars and international meetings. I regularly work with platforms including Zoom, Interprefy and client-specific platforms.
My RSI equipment is up to date and approved by Interprefy, with an Ethernet connection and multiple wireless connections available to support reliable remote assignments.
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Liaison Interpreting
Liaison interpreting facilitates direct communication between small groups, professionals and international visitors. It is particularly useful for business meetings, institutional visits, delegations, professional appointments and other situations where participants need flexible and precise linguistic mediation.
The focus is on making communication feel natural and straightforward while ensuring that the meaning of each speaker is accurately conveyed.
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Translation
I provide technical translation and specialized translation from English, French and Spanish into Portuguese, with experience in fields including pharmaceuticals, engineering, health sciences and education.
Projects may include technical documents, specialized professional content, reports, educational materials and other documentation requiring careful terminology management. I also provide transcreation and adaptation of marketing and advertising material for the Portuguese market, taking the client’s requirements and brand identity into account.
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Specialization
Conference interpreter with a strong technical translation background
Since 2008, I have worked as a conference interpreter, simultaneous interpreter and consecutive interpreter for international conferences, institutional meetings, seminars, summits and professional events, both on site and remotely.
My previous experience as a specialized translator also gives me a strong foundation for working with complex terminology and subject-specific content. I have worked with areas including engineering, pharmaceuticals, health sciences, education, sustainability, public-sector projects and international organizations.
Language combinations
Portuguese is my A language
I interpret:
• English → Portuguese
• French → Portuguese
• Spanish → Portuguese
• Portuguese → English
For written translation, I work from English, French and Spanish into Portuguese.
About
Precise when it matters. Flexible when the situation requires it.
I am Alexandra Valle Fernandes, a professional translator and conference interpreter based in Porto, Portugal.
I have worked in specialized written translation since the late 1990s and as an interpreter since 2008. Over the years, I have supported clients in international, technical, institutional, educational and professional environments, both on site and remotely.
My academic background includes a Master’s Degree in Terminology and Translation from the University of Porto, a degree in Translation, postgraduate studies in Education, and specialized postgraduate training in Conference Interpretation completed in 2020.
My approach is practical and client-focused: I take the time to understand the context, prepare the relevant terminology, adapt to the audience and provide accurate communication in the appropriate format.
Whether you need a conference interpreter in Porto, a simultaneous interpreter for an international event, an RSI interpreter for an online conference, or a technical translator for specialized documentation, the objective is the same: make communication clear, precise and effective.
Experience and credibility
2008
Interpreting professionally since
25+ years
English · French · Spanish
On-site + Remote
Need an interpreter or translator for your next assignment?
Tell me about your event, meeting or translation project, including the languages, dates, format and subject matter. I will be happy to discuss your requirements and availability.
Alexandra Valle Fernandes
Conference Interpreter & Translator
Porto, Portugal
