1. A professional with specialized knowledge or skills who works independently, typically self-employed, without being employed by a single company or institution
The web designer works as an independent specialist, managing her own clients and projects.
A designer de sites trabalha como especialista autônoma, gerenciando seus próprios clientes e projetos.
2. A self-employed expert in a particular field who provides specialized services on a freelance or contract basis
The marketing consultant operates as an independent specialist helping various startups.
O consultor de marketing funciona como especialista autônomo ajudando várias startups.