With the debate raging on as to whether or not an academic background is a necessity for today’s translator (you can read my take on
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Visual Localization tools for newbies
List of common localization tools http://translation-worlds.blogspot.be
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Resources – Marketing tips for translators
Here is a resource page that you can come to for tips on books, hosting, tools etc. to enhance your freelance translation business and enhance
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Rebranding the translation profession
I got a recruiting email this week from a group called “My Translation”, which bills itself as “A Revolution in Translation”. Naturally I was curious,
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Getting a Ph.D. in Translation Studies
I am nearing the end of my time in a doctoral program in translation studies, so I thought I would write a little bit about
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Bad Advice for Novice Skydivers: “Learn As You Go”
Why the First, Best Lesson I Learned about Translation Was a Healthy Fear. I was a poor, scrawny white kid with crooked teeth who grew
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Translator organizations | ProZ.com
A listing of organizations serving the translation industry. http://www.proz.com
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Keeping up with source language (if you don’t live there)
Years ago I started a job in local government as the Clerk (read Chief Executive Officer) of a local council in West Sussex, in the
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Online Tool to Easily Create a Translator CV
When you’re working with translation agencies, your CV is the first point of contact and having a well-structured, concise and well written CV can often
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Books | ProZ.com
Various categories of books linked to the translation market: Translation; Getting started; Freelancing; Management; Marketing; Interpreting; etc.
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Resources: Learn About Localization
Learn about localization through our collection of free reports, ebooks, and white papers. Localization doesn’t have to be hard! https://www.transifex.com
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List of Journals Publishing Translation Studies Research
A working list of journals whose focus is on translation studies, together with links to their respective websites, and information on their scopes and aims.
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Why join a professional association for translators and interpreters?
If you’re a professional translator or interpreter and keen on developing your career, it makes sense to join a professional association. You might even consider
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I’m interested in becoming a professional translator/interpreter. What do I do now?
UT Arlington – 2nd Annual MODL Lectures: How to Become a Professional Translator & Interpreter Presented by Martina Heine-Kilic & Holly Behl
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Navigating the Absurd
The professional reality for translators has undergone a rapid transformation due to globalization and technological innovation. University translation programs struggle to keep pace. Navigating the
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Free Resources to improve your business!
Free ebook on CVs in the translation industry In the professional environment where we rely more increasingly on websites, brochures or social media, you still
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Translator Training: Getting Real
Translator training is a moving target. Working professionals regularly step up to give my students a clearer picture of what’s ahead. Over the last 20
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Starting out in translation? Find a mentor!
What should you not expect to learn from a mentor? How to translate! You should already know how to do that. Expect to learn things
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Translator’s Guide to Contacting Translation Agencies by Email
Download this free guide — to help translators use email more effectively in the course of contacting translation agencies by email to seek project work.
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How do you get from a language degree to being a professional translator?
Here is an extract from an email I received recently: “I am in the final term of my undergraduate degree in Hispanic Studies. I’ve developed
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Becoming a Legal Translator
Unless you have studied Law, it is rather tricky to know how to specialise in legal translation, let alone find relevant high-calibre training. Fortunately, Roehampton
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Mastering without a Master’s – Part 1
2 part-article. When I came to the end of my undergraduate language degree, I came very close to studying for a Master’s degree in translation,
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Towards Defining the Role of Localisation Professionals in the Achievement of Multilingual Web Accessibility
Expertise in web accessibility matters has not been traditionally observed as a requirement for localisation professionals. Similarly, not enough evidence exists with regard their role
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Thinking About Taking a State Court Interpreter Exam? Here are my Top Recommendations
Last week I had a wonderful lunch with a talented young woman who is interested in becoming a court interpreter. I learned about her background,
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Resources on Rare Diseases for Translators – Mastermind Translations
To celebrate Rare Disease Day, in this post I briefly discuss rare diseases and list resources on rare diseases and orphan drugs for medical translators.
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Translator Resources (English)
An extensive list of translator resources for those who enjoy acquiring new skills. Webinars, MOOCS, websites, blogs, books and more. Mainly English.
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Training (terminology)
So, if you think terminology is something you want to do, I recommend the following training courses. For university careers check out TermCoord’s Terminology at
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