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I am Helena Pires, a dedicated editor, translator and technical writer with over 25 years of experience crafting clear, precise documentation for international teams in publishing, hospitality and technology. I specialize in creating and editing books, manuals and technical content, with fluent English and a strong eye for detail and consistency.
I enjoy collaborating across Product, R&D, Testing, Sales and Marketing to translate complex information into accessible manuals, glossaries and content that supports users and teams alike. My approach emphasizes quality, usability and multilingual coherence, helping organizations communicate effectively worldwide.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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Expert
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Expert
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Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Work Experience
Technical Writer at Schréder-Hyperion
November 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025Managed the entire company's technical documentation for Smart City solutions. Collaborated closely with Product Management, Business Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Testing, and Legal teams to produce high-quality documentation for diverse audiences including customers, end-users, administrators, and technicians. Produced documentation in English using Word, MadCap Flare, InDesign, Confluence, and video format, including technical images and screenshots. Ensured documentation adhered to tone of voice, style guidelines, and accessibility standards. Provided inputs to various teams to improve documentation processes and user experience. Incorporated feedback from stakeholders and clients to enhance clarity and usability.
Technical Writer at Vision-Box
September 30, 2019 - July 22, 2025Worked closely with R&D teams to deliver technical documentation for end-users, operators, administrators, and maintenance technicians. Created high-quality hardware and software technical documents in English using XML format. Edited hardware technical drawings and software screenshots. Provided usability inputs to improve workflows and translations. Developed technical glossaries and a Style Guide to maintain internal documentation standards and ensure consistency.
Translators’ Coordinator at Strawberry World
June 30, 2012 - July 22, 2025Managed content, translation, and revision of multilingual travel websites. Oversaw project management including budgeting, price negotiation, and cost control. Coordinated translations in 14 languages by managing a team of 25 internal and freelance translators. Liaised with various departments including CEO, Content, and IT. Achieved a 30% reduction in translation costs and improved website content ranking on Google's first page in various countries.
Manager at Palavras Soltas
March 31, 2010 - July 22, 2025Managed company operations including editorial and translation projects. Handled project planning, cost control, and liaison with clients and collaborators. Performed writing, editing, translation, proofreading, and typesetting. Coordinated editorial and translation of books for various publishers and educational institutions. Negotiated publishing rights at international book fairs.
Teacher of Portuguese Language at Fundação da Juventude
February 28, 2001 - July 22, 2025Taught Portuguese language to adults to improve language skills and support reintegration into the labor market.
Editorial Coordinator at Porto Editora
April 30, 2000 - July 22, 2025Managed prepress production processes for English and German school books and children’s book co-editions. Oversaw project management, content editing, proofreading, and coordinated teams of authors, designers, illustrators, and typesetters. Produced content for multimedia products.
Technical Writer at Schréder - Hyperion
November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024Management and production of technical documentation in Lighting and Smart Cities; creation of installation manuals, user manuals, quick guides, product descriptions and system descriptions; collaboration with Product, R&D, Testing, Sales and Legal teams; produced in Word, MadCap Flare, InDesign, Confluence, eBook and video formats.
Technical Writer at Vision-Box
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019Produced technical documentation in Biometrics and Border Control; collaborated with Product, R&D, Testing and Marketing teams; authored English hardware/software manuals, installation and user manuals, technical glossaries and style guides to ensure consistency.
Translators’ Coordinator at Strawberry World
June 30, 2012 - June 30, 2012Coordinated translations into 14 languages and managed 25 translators; managed multilingual travel and hospitality websites; collaborated with the CEO, General Management, Content teams and IT; reduced translation costs by 30% and improved SEO.
Manager at Palavras Soltas
March 31, 2010 - March 31, 2010Company management, client acquisition and employee recruitment; managed publishing projects, editing, proofreading and translation of travel guides (Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness Travel Guides), and books on health, social sciences, education, art and architecture for national and international publishers; negotiated publishing rights at international book fairs.
Editorial Coordinator at Porto Editora
April 30, 2000 - April 30, 2000Editorial coordination and production of school books, children's books, and multimedia products; managed publishing projects and multidisciplinary teams (authors, designers, typesetters, illustrators, etc.); creation, revision, translation and editing of contents in book and multimedia formats.
Education
BA Honours at University of Coimbra, Humanities Faculty
October 1, 1991 - July 31, 1995Undergraduate Study Year at Justus-Liebig Universität Giessen
October 1, 1993 - July 31, 1994Translation Degree Course (Diplom-Übersetzer) at Johannes-Gutenberg Universität Mainz/Germersheim
January 1, 1996 - July 31, 1996BA in Modern Languages & Literatures (English & German) at University of Coimbra, Portugal
October 1, 1991 - July 31, 1995Erasmus Program at Justus-Liebig Universität Giessen, Germany
October 1, 1993 - July 31, 1994Translation Degree Course in Portuguese, English and German (Diplom -Übersetzer) at Johannes-Gutenberg Universität Mainz/Germersheim, Germany
January 1, 1996 - July 31, 1996Post graduate course in Fundamentals of Psychotherapy for Dance and Movement at University of Coimbra, Portugal
February 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Online Teacher Training Course (60 hours) at IEFP (Institute for Employment and Professional Training), Lisbon
December 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025Business Management and Entrepreneurship at NOVA SBE – School of Business and Economics, Lisbon
November 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Multimedia Production Advanced Course at Alquimia da Cor, Porto
September 1, 2009 - January 31, 2010Business Spanish at ANE – Associação Nacional Empresárias, Porto
January 1, 2005 - April 30, 2005Qualifications
Post-Graduate Degree in Fundamentals of Psychotherapy for Dance and Movement
February 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Training Course "Dançar Arte – Artistic and pedagogical practices using movement"
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025Online Teacher Training Course
December 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025Intensive Course on Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)
February 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022Business Management and Entrepreneurship Course
November 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Multimedia Production Advanced Course
September 1, 2009 - January 31, 2010Business Spanish Professional Training
January 1, 2005 - April 30, 2005Marketing Professional Training
April 1, 2001 - June 30, 2001Certification Training for Trainers
October 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000Pedagogical Aptitude Certificate (CCP)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Certificate of Specialised Teaching Skills (CCPE – Online Teacher)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Driving License (B)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics
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