Flávia Lima, Mci
About Flávia Lima, Mci
Flávia Lima is a Portuguese Language Tester and experienced interpreter based in Tampa, Florida. She has worked in various roles related to language interpretation and translation since 2012, holding positions at multiple organizations and earning advanced degrees in translation and interpreting.
Work at Certified Languages International
Flávia Lima has been employed at Certified Languages International as a Portuguese language tester since 2019. In this role, she evaluates the proficiency of Portuguese speakers, ensuring they meet the necessary standards for language services. Her expertise in language testing contributes to the quality assurance processes within the organization.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Flávia Lima currently holds multiple positions in the language services industry. Since 2017, she has worked as a Portuguese immigration court interpreter at SOS International LLC and Lionbridge, providing interpretation services in legal settings. Additionally, she serves as an interpreter trainer at i2b Technologies, where she educates and mentors aspiring interpreters.
Education and Expertise
Flávia Lima has an extensive educational background in translation and interpreting. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Centro Universitário de Barra Mansa and a Graduate Diploma in General Translation from Universidade Estácio de Sá. She also holds a Master in Conference Interpreting from Glendon Campus of York University and has specialized in Portuguese-English Legal Translation at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas.
Professional Affiliations and Leadership Roles
Flávia Lima has been actively involved in professional organizations. She was a member of the ATA Interpreters Division Leadership Council from 2018 to 2021 and served as the Secretary of Arizona Translators & Interpreters, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she held the position of Assistant Administrator of the ATA Medical Division from 2017 to 2018, contributing to the advancement of the interpreting profession.
Previous Experience in Language Services
Flávia Lima has a diverse work history in the language services field. She worked as a recruiting coordinator and Portuguese interpreter at TransPerfect for six months in 2013. Prior to that, she served as a Portuguese language facilitator at American Councils for International Education from 2012 to 2013. Her varied roles have provided her with a comprehensive understanding of language interpretation and recruitment processes.