Tina Portch         

Objective - To work with colleagues who are passionate about languages as well as their commitment towards a fun and creative work environment; where I will be able to challenge myself and grow, both as a person and in my career.

Education
2003 Stockholm University (TÖI) Stockholm, Sweden
• Economics for interpreters and translators

2002–2003 Stockholm University (TÖI) Stockholm, Sweden
• Translation course, 40 credits
• The course focused on translation training from English, Spanish and Finnish into Swedish. The texts ranged from Annual reports, news articles, subtitling and technical writing for the web.

2001–2002 University of Roehampton London, England
• Advanced course in English linguistics and English literature.

1998–2001 Stockholm University Stockholm, Sweden
• Language studies
• Spanish 70 credits, English 40 credits , Swedish 20 credits, Political Science 20 credits, German 20 credits

1996–1997 Escuela Oficial de Idiomas, Jesus Maestro Madrid, Spain
• Spanish studies

Skills & Interests
• Flexible, highly motivated and adaptable to company’s needs.
• Organized, efficient and a very quick learner.
• Strong communication skills, both in interpersonal and group situations. Able to participate in a group as a member or as the leader.
• Good computer, business logic and customer relationship skills.
• Interests include photography, traveling, cooking, skiing and kayaking among other things.

Work Experience
2008 ongoing Dubai Penthouses and real estate Dubai, UAE
Property consultant
• Finding and presenting suitable investments and housing ideas for clients from all over the world
• Arranging financing, contracts and transfers for particular property purchases

2006-2007 Nordic Capital Stockholm, Sweden
Translator/Project Assistant
• Production and translation of financial documents e.g. presentations, press releases, the website, power of attorneys, financial articles
• Coordination of projects
• Arrangement of worldwide travels for management and own team of investors
• Investment research
• Responsibility for establishing an office for Nordic Capital Finland etc.

2004–2006 NRG Scandinavia AB (Subsidiary of Ricoh) Stockholm, Sweden
Technical Translator
• Translation of user manuals, brochures and marketing material
• Translation and technical administration of website and e-learning courses
• Responsible for job planning, deadlines, orders and deliveries

2002–2003 Posten Sverige AB Stockholm, Sweden
Electronic Mail Verification Proof-Reader
• Responsibility within the Finnish department for customer invoice verification, scanning and creation of templates for electronic mail.
Part time during studies

2000-2002 Silja Line AB Stockholm, Sweden
Cabin Hostess, Passenger Service Assistant
• Passenger service onboard. Daily contact with passengers ensuring they were satisfied with accommodations and service levels.
• Flexibility, when staffing issues arose, to work in Food & Beverage department, as well as Reception Hostess.