Stela A.
Bilingual English-Portuguese Translator | Localization & Proofreading
I'm a bilingual (Portuguese–English) language professional with 15+ years of experience in translation, proofreading, localization, and content writing. I specialize in delivering accurate, natural-sounding texts that are not only linguistically precise, but also culturally relevant—especially for the Brazilian market. My expertise includes marketing and business translation, where I go beyond literal conversion to ensure your message truly connects with Brazilian audiences. I adapt tone, style, and cultural nuances so your content feels authentic, persuasive, and aligned with your brand voice. In addition, I have experience in literary translation and literary proofreading, working with texts that require sensitivity to style, voice, and narrative flow. I ensure that the original tone and artistic intent are preserved while making the text engaging and natural for the target audience. With a strong background in language and coordination, I bring a high level of organization, efficiency, and attention to detail to every project. Whether working on business, creative, technical, or literary content, I ensure clarity, consistency, and quality at every step. Core Services: Translation & Localization (PT ↔ EN) Proofreading & Editing (including AI-generated content) Marketing & Business Content Adaptation Literary Translation & Book Proofreading Content Writing Interpretation I’m known for my reliability, fast turnaround, and meticulous approach—even in detail-sensitive or small-scale tasks. Clear communication and meeting deadlines are always top priorities. What you can expect: High-quality, polished, human-refined deliverables Strong attention to detail On-time delivery Professional and responsive communication If you’re looking for a dependable language professional who combines linguistic expertise with market awareness and creative sensitivity to deliver clear, engaging, and well-crafted content, I’m ready to help.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Read daily since Oct 20, under 30 days
Billed in all: $1,256$1.3k
$242 in the last 6 months
Across 5 contracts
Across 9 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Tracked from Oct 20, 2026.
Skill rankings: Top 24% in Academic Translation
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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