Carlos Martins
Cantanhede, Coimbra, Portugal
Summary
Experienced Literary and Editorial Translator with a focus on literature, history and politics. Specialises in translating works from English, French, and Swedish into European Portuguese. Proven ability to ensure authenticity and precision through thorough cultural research and glossary development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
12-1900
12-1900
12-1900, 12-1900
01.2020 - Current
12-1900
Private English Tutor
Free Lancer
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Designed and implemented lesson plans for English language learners, fostering engagement and skill development..
- Assisted students in developing good pronunciation and enunciation for convincing language skills.
Elementary School Teacher
Escola Básica de São João do Campo
São João do Campo, Coimbra , Portugal
12.2008 - 06.2009
- Taught English to primary school children, enhancing language skills and fostering a love for learning.
- Prepared creative teaching materials that motivated and engaged students, supporting their academic growth.
- Organised classrooms and created displays that encouraged positive learning environments, promoting student engagement and participation.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques, reducing disruptions and fostering a conducive learning environment.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Political Science
Instituto de Ciências Sociais (ICS)
Lisboa 01-2019
Master of Arts - Literary Studies
Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
Coimbra01-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Languages and Literatures
Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
Coimbra01-2008
Skills
- Literary and Editorial translation
- Written translation
- Translation accuracy
- Technical terminology
- Cultural research
- Creative problem solving
- Working under pressure
- Client Communication
- Time Management
- Proofreading
- Adaptability
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Proficient
C2
Swedish
Proficient
C2
Italian
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Advanced
C1
Romanian
Advanced
C1
German
Upper Intermediate
B2
Russian
Intermediate
B1
Indonesian
Intermediate
B1
Greek
Elementary
A2
Certification
- Political Science. PhD, 2019. Instituto de Ciências Socias da Universidade de Lisboa.
- Literary Studies. Master's Degree, 2011. Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra.
- Languages and Literatures. Bachelor's Degree, 2008. Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra.
Accomplishments
In addition to the seven published works that I have translated (see portfolio), I am also an author and I already published the following works:
- From Hitler to Codreanu: The ideology of Fascist Leaders. Routledge, 2020. (My PhD thesis)
- Fascismos: Para Além de Hitler e Mussolini. Saída de Emergência, 2022. (A portuguese version of my PhD thesis for the general public)
- Os Perigos Da Direita Radical. Saída de Emergência, 2023. (An analysis of the contemporary Far Right in several countries)
I have also authored chapters in the following books:
- Atualizar a História. Saída de Emergência, 2022.
-A Psicologia da Estupidez na Política. Saída de Emergência, 2023.
- Dicionário crítico dos fascismos (1922-2024)9. Editora da Universidade de Pernambuco, 2025.
- La expansión global de la extrema derecha: un estudio de casos en Europa y América Latina. Universitat de Barcelona Editions, 2026.
Timeline
12-1900
12-1900
01.2020 - Current
Private English Tutor
Free Lancer
01.2012 - 05.2014
Elementary School Teacher
Escola Básica de São João do Campo
12.2008 - 06.2009
Doctor of Philosophy - Political Science
Instituto de Ciências Sociais (ICS)
Master of Arts - Literary Studies
Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
Bachelor of Arts - Languages and Literatures
Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
Hobbies and interests
- Learning Languages
- Playing Guitar
- History and Politics
- Chess
- Literature
- Cinema
- Writing Poetry in Portuguese
Additional Information
I love learning new languages and, apart from the languages previously mentioned, I also have some knowledge of:
- Catalan
- Ukranian
- Hebrew
- Mandarin Chinese
- Persian
(And more to come)
Hobbies and interests
- Learning Languages
- Playing Guitar
- History and Politics
- Chess
- Literature
- Cinema
- Writing Poetry in Portuguese
Additional Information
I love learning new languages and, apart from the languages previously mentioned, I also have some knowledge of:
- Catalan
- Ukranian
- Hebrew
- Mandarin Chinese
- Persian
(And more to come)
Hobbies and interests
- Learning Languages
- Playing Guitar
- History and Politics
- Chess
- Literature
- Cinema
- Writing Poetry in Portuguese
Additional Information
I love learning new languages and, apart from the languages previously mentioned, I also have some knowledge of:
- Catalan
- Ukranian
- Hebrew
- Mandarin Chinese
- Persian
(And more to come)