Member Spotlight – Lucas Breyer

Name: Lucas Breyer

Where you live: New York, New York, USA

Email: lucaspfontoura@gmail.com

What you’re doing these days: I manage a business in Brazil. I have just started doing interpreting work and have been networking in pursuit of translation jobs.

Something you’re proud of: Coming to New York City to pursue a career in the arts is a definite feather in the cap.

A bit of your background: I am originally from Brazil and have a bachelor’s degree in Law. I graduated from the Stella Adler Conservatory of Acting in New York City and have earned my brown belt in Brazilian jiujitsu from Marcelo Garcia (NYC). I am currently finishing the Professional Certificate in Translation and Interpreting at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

How long have you been with ATA and PLD? I joined both three months ago.

What did ATA membership and/or the PLD bring to you? I’ve gained a lot of visibility and have been contacted by numerous language agencies and a few direct clients.

Current project (or last/future interesting project/activities): I’m progressing towards improving my interpreting and translating skills and gaining more experience in the field.

A major challenge(s) in your career: Right now, getting consistent interpreting and translation work is posing quite a challenge.

Do you have any hobbies? If so, what are they? Jiujitsu, surfing, reading, and traveling are on my list of things I enjoy in my free time.

What is your favorite book in Portuguese-language literature? Água Viva by Clarice Lispector and Dom Casmurro by Machado de Assis.

What books are currently on your reading list? O Livro do Desassossego by Fernando Pessoa, Don Quijote by Cervantes, Os Maias by Eça de Queiroz, Shakespeare’s plays, and A Jangada de Pedra by José Saramago.

Where is the best place to connect with you? Email at lucaspfontoura@gmail.com or LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/lucasbreyer.

Thank you.

We really appreciate the opportunity to learn a little more about you.

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Are you a PLD Member? We want to feature you, as our members are our greatest asset! We’ll be happy to receive your submission and give you more visibility as you grow in your career.