Ivone Lourenço
@ivoneloureno1
I resolve complex customer issues and bridge communication across Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
What I'm looking for
I recently supported Weber-Stephen customers with post-sales enquiries, technical troubleshooting, warranties, orders, and product issues using Salesforce, Zendesk, and Navision.
Across Language Services Associates, One World Global Services, and LanguageLine Solutions, I provided remote consecutive interpretation between Portuguese and English in healthcare, government, finance, legal, emergency, and travel settings. I bring accuracy, cultural sensitivity, confidentiality, and clear communication to high-stakes calls.
For more than 23 years, I’ve translated and proofread English, Spanish, and Portuguese documents, ensuring linguistic accuracy, clarity, consistency, and cultural appropriateness. I also supported Spanish-speaking Airbnb customers through sensitive reservation and insurance-related cases.
Earlier in my career, I led communications, media relations, editorial operations, campaigns, events, and stakeholder engagement for organizations including Música no Coração, Associação Leque, Vila Nova de Gaia City Council, and hospitality, culture, and entertainment brands. I enjoy turning complex information into practical guidance and building trusted relationships across cultures.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Translator
Freelance
Mar 2002 - Present (24 years 6 months)
Provided accurate translation of documents between English, Spanish, and Portuguese, ensuring linguistic and cultural appropriateness. Performed editing and proofreading of final materials.
Customer Service Executive
Weber-Stephen
May 2026 - Aug 2026 (3 months)
Provided post-sales support, technical troubleshooting, warranty management, and order processing. Resolved complex customer enquiries using Salesforce, Zendesk, and Navision.
Interpreter
Language Services Associates
Apr 2024 - May 2026 (2 years 1 month)
Provided professional remote consecutive interpretation services between Portuguese- and English-speaking parties across various industries, including healthcare, government, and emergency services.
Interpreter
One World Global Services LLC
Jan 2024 - May 2026 (2 years 4 months)
Provided accurate, culturally sensitive remote consecutive interpretation between English- and Portuguese-speaking parties in high-stakes, fast-paced environments.
Interpreter
LanguageLine Solutions
Mar 2021 - Mar 2025 (4 years)
Provided accurate and culturally sensitive remote consecutive interpretation services between English and Portuguese speakers across various professional environments.
Provided dedicated support to Spanish-speaking customers by managing sensitive inquiries and resolving issues before, during, and after reservations. Delivered accurate guidance regarding insurance-related policies.
Communications Manager
Associação Leque & Vila Nova de Gaia City Council
Feb 2019 - Jan 2020 (11 months)
Led communications for Um Por Todos, a flagship initiative promoting literacy, inclusion, and community engagement. Developed and implemented integrated communication strategies, produced materials, and managed stakeholder engagement.
Press Advisor & Communications Officer
Freelance
Mar 2014 - Jan 2019 (4 years 10 months)
Delivered strategic communications support to clients across public, private, cultural, and social entrepreneurship sectors. Designed and implemented media and external communication strategies, produced multi-channel content, and executed brand activation initiatives.
Head of Marketing & Communications
Group CCRA - Culture, Creativity and Restaurant Activities
Sep 2014 - Apr 2016 (1 year 7 months)
Directed marketing and communications for a diversified hospitality and entertainment group, overseeing brands across property, catering, restaurants, events, and nightlife. Led corporate communications strategy, brand positioning, and stakeholder engagement.
Executive Editor
Diamond Luxury Culture & Golden Lifestyle Magazine
Oct 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 5 months)
Led editorial strategy and operations for two luxury and lifestyle magazines in Portugal and Angola. Directed Editorial, Design, and Production departments, managed editorial calendar, and supervised content development.
Press & Media Relations Officer
Música no Coração
Oct 2009 - Sep 2013 (3 years 11 months)
Managed media relations, press partnerships, and communications for major music festivals and large-scale summer events. Produced communication materials, organized press conferences, and managed media partnerships.
Editorial Coordinator
Essential Lisboa I Open Media Group
Sep 2006 - Sep 2009 (3 years)
Oversaw editorial operations for Portugal's leading luxury lifestyle magazine. Directed editorial planning and content development, coordinated writers and designers, and represented the magazine at high-profile events.
Book Reviewer
Editora Palavra
Apr 2005 - Apr 2006 (1 year)
Researched, wrote, and edited detailed book reviews, ensuring clarity, coherence, and consistency with editorial standards. Collaborated closely with editors to refine content and deliver polished, publication-ready reviews.
PR & Communications Officer
Centro Cultural de Belém
Sep 2005 - Oct 2005 (1 month)
Managed public relations and communications for 'Resonancias', a temporary exhibition by Colombian artist Olga de Amaral. Developed and implemented communication strategies, coordinated exhibition logistics, and translated materials.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Restart Creative Education
Certificate, Digital Marketing Communications
Completed a program in Digital Marketing Communications at Restart Creative Education in Lisbon, Portugal in 2012.
Restart Creative Education
Certificate, Live Events Marketing and Production
Completed a program in Live Events Marketing and Production at Restart Creative Education in Lisbon, Portugal in 2011.
University of Cambridge
First Certificate in English (FCE), English
Earned the First Certificate in English (FCE) from the University of Cambridge in Brighton, United Kingdom in 2002.
Catholic University
Bachelor of Arts, Social and Cultural Communication Studies
Earned a BA in Social and Cultural Communication Studies from the Catholic University in Lisbon, Portugal in 1997.
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