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MARCO J. HERNÁNDEZ

Metairie

Summary

I am a passionate bilingual organizer with several years of diverse experience energizing marginalized citizens to become productive society members. I am a creative problem-solver with proven success at fixing broken social systems and enabling long-lasting community changes.I am a relentless advocate for social change, with a focus on equipping community members to manage and perpetuate improvements. I see myself being utilized to bring all sectors of life within the city of New Orleans together to improve the community and I am extremely passionate about improving black and brown relations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Bilingual Organizer

STEP UP LOUISIANA
New Orleans
09.2025 - Current
  • Developed promotional materials to increase awareness of local initiatives.
  • Collaborated with local businesses to secure sponsorships and partnerships.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the workplace.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing organizational structures.
  • Coordinated community events to enhance public engagement and participation.

Spanish Translator & Interpreter

NOLA INTERPRETING LLC
NOLA
01.2018 - Current
  • Collaborating effectively with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in the legal field, particularly in mediations, asylum cases, and immigration matters.

Bilingual Logistics Coordinator

NEW ORLEANS WORKERS' CENTER FOR RACIAL JUSTICE
New Orleans
01.2020 - 03.2024
  • Certified Translator & Interpreter
  • Effectively collaborating with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds while actively participating in and supporting the overall efforts of NOWCRJ.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline operations.

Spanish Translator & Interpreter

WOLFF & WOLFF LAW
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Collaborated effectively with individuals from various cultures and backgrounds in the legal field, focusing on mediations, asylum cases, and immigration matters.

Education

Translation & Interpreting In Legal and Medical Settings -

Loyola University of New Orleans
01.2018

Skills

  • Bilingual communication
  • Community outreach
  • Problem solving
  • Campaign development
  • Partnership building
  • Effective negotiation
  • Consulting

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

Translation/Interpretation Certification in Medical and Legal settings from Loyola University of New Orleans

References

References available upon request.

Affiliations

Member/Volunteer for Union Migrante

Timeline

Bilingual Organizer

STEP UP LOUISIANA
09.2025 - Current

Bilingual Logistics Coordinator

NEW ORLEANS WORKERS' CENTER FOR RACIAL JUSTICE
01.2020 - 03.2024

Spanish Translator & Interpreter

NOLA INTERPRETING LLC
01.2018 - Current

Spanish Translator & Interpreter

WOLFF & WOLFF LAW
01.2015 - 01.2017

Translation & Interpreting In Legal and Medical Settings -

Loyola University of New Orleans
MARCO J. HERNÁNDEZ