Maria João Oliveira, EN/ES-PT Translator
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Services
My linguistic services cover a range of areas, including translation, proofreading, editing, MTPE, and certified translations from English and Spanish to Portuguese and from Portuguese to English.
I take great pride in my attention to detail and my professional approach to each client. Whether you’re an individual or a company, you can trust that your documents will be handled with the utmost care and delivered to you on time and to the highest standard.
Specializations
As a professional linguistic service provider, I specialize in Legal, Technical, and Marketing translations, with experience also in Sports and TV. My skills are multifaceted, but my precision and cultural awareness are consistent across all specializations. Whether it be for legal documents, technical manuals, brochures, or marketing materials, my translations are accurate and culturally appropriate, ensuring your message resonates with your target audience.
Testimonials
As a translator, my main priority is to provide exceptional and accurate services. Client satisfaction is my top priority, and I take pride in delivering exceptional translation services that exceed expectations. Don’t take my word for it, see what some of my clients have to say about my commitment to excellence and the trust they place in my expertise.

About me
Hello there! My name is Maria João Oliveira, and I am a translator from Portugal.
To give you a quick insight into the person behind the professional – I absolutely adore spending time in nature, I am a huge foodie, and I love a good comedy series. I’m incredibly passionate about everything related to languages, which is what led me to pursue this career path!
My professional project – MJMO Linguistic Services – is your go-to source for high-quality translation services. I provide professional translations from English and Spanish into Portuguese, with expertise in legal, technical, and marketing documents. I hold a Master’s Degree in Translation and Linguistic Services from the University of Porto, along with a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, bringing extensive knowledge to every project. As a passionate translator, I take great care to ensure that each translation is of the highest quality, with an emphasis on accuracy, clarity, and natural-sounding language. I pride myself on my adaptability and attention to detail and strive to provide unparalleled service to each of my clients. When you work with me, you can trust that your project is in good hands.
Services

Legal/Certified Translations
As a legal translator, I specialize in providing accurate and culturally sensitive translations of various legal documents. With exceptional attention to detail and an in-depth knowledge of legal terminology, I ensure that all legal materials are translated precisely while maintaining their original meaning and purpose.
From translating confidentiality agreements and procurement contracts to meticulously translating certificates such as birth, death, and marriage, I am dedicated to preserving the authenticity of every document.
My extensive experience in legal translation enables me to offer clients reliable and professional language solutions that meet their specific needs.

Technical Translations
In my technical translation service, I specialize in providing accurate and contextually appropriate translations of complex technical documents. Drawing on my experience, I excel in translating technical guides and marketing materials, particularly those related to computer and IT, as well as the energy sector. From translating instructional manuals for electronic devices to brochures on high-tech equipment and energy efficiency guides for public buildings, I ensure that technical terminology is conveyed with precision and clarity. My expertise in this domain allows me to deliver translations that meet the highest standards of quality, meeting the specific needs of clients in various industries.

Marketing Translations
In my marketing translation service, I specialize in delivering compelling and culturally resonant translations that effectively communicate the message to the target audience. Leveraging my expertise, I ensure that marketing materials are accurately translated while maintaining their persuasive impact. From translating brochures on surveillance products and high-tech equipment to promotional campaigns for electronic devices, I focus on capturing the essence of the brand and its offerings. With attention to detail and a keen understanding of marketing principles, I craft translations that resonate with consumers and drive engagement. My dedication to providing high-quality marketing translations is evident in projects such as translating website articles on technology partnerships and electronic products, as well as marketing copy for the language services field.

MT Post-Editing and Editing/Proofreading
In my proofreading and MT-post editing services, I specialize in refining and enhancing the quality of translated texts to ensure accuracy and coherence. With a meticulous eye for detail, I thoroughly review documents to correct errors in grammar, syntax, and punctuation while also ensuring consistency in terminology and style. Leveraging my expertise, I have proofread academic papers on diverse subjects, including film adaptation and the impact of COVID-19 on credit intermediation in Portugal. Additionally, I have provided MT-post editing services for various projects, such as class materials for a course on procurement, ensuring that machine-translated texts are refined to meet the highest standards of clarity and precision. Whether it’s proofreading academic papers or post-editing technical guides, I am dedicated to ensuring that the final text is polished and ready for its intended audience.
Client Reviews
★★★★★
“I highly recommend Maria for her translation, proofreading and post-editing services. I have had the pleasure to work with her since August 2022 and have been thoroughly impressed with her skills and professionalism, as she is reliable, dedicated and detail-oriented.
She has an excellent command on both source and target languages, which is reflected in the quality of her work. Maria is very responsive and knows how to adapt to specific translation situations. She is easy to communicate with and always delivers her work on time..”
Carlos Gomez
CEO, Translators.net
★★★★★
“We are pleased with this cooperation. Maria has a professional approach and is always proactive in trying to meet the end client’s requests. I will be happy to collaborate with her again.”
Filipinas Parazo
Vendor Manager, Translayte
★★★★★
“Maria has worked with us as an English and Spanish to Portuguese translator of various types of documents for 2 years and 6 months now. During her time with us, she has successfully completed these translations in an exemplary manner.
We are pleased to recommend her services for any project for which she may be under consideration.”
Alona Marchuk
Vendor Manager, Profpereklad
★★★★★
“This is my personal recommendation for Maria Oliveira, who took part in the Women’s EURO 2022 Remote Translation Project that we managed on behalf of UEFA. Maria stood out for the quality of her translation, transcription and proofreading, as well as her level of English, football knowledge and speed of delivery. Furthermore, she is a team player, who was able to work under pressure and adapt to our innovative workflows.
I would happily recommend her for any future position.”
Joseph Terry
Head of Recruitment and Quality Control, Blue Whale Global MediaI