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A day in the life of a translator 30/10

Saturday, October 30, 2010 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (GMT)

A day in the life of a translator 30/10

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The life of a translator - a taster course

 

A taster course for anyone with knowledge of a foreign language who is interested in finding out more about today’s translation industry and the realities of being a translator. Includes:


• Exploding some translation myths – Is knowing another language all that’s needed to be a translator? Is translation the same as interpreting?
• Pathways into the industry – Experience and formal qualifications
• A translator’s typical day – A mock diary for a day
• Do I have the right personality to be a translator? Quiz
• The translation industry today – in-house vs. freelance work, agencies vs. private clients, technology
• Where to find out further information

 

BIOGRAPHY:  Claire has extensive experience in the education field and is a freelance translator and consultant/trainer in education and translation.
She also has experience teaching on the MSc Translation course at Imperial College and the MA Translation course at London Metropolitan.

 

Location: London
Time: 3 hours

DatesSaturday 30th October 

£90 + VAT 

 

When & Where


Central London



Saturday, October 30, 2010 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (GMT)


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Atlas Translations



London-based Atlas Translations was established in 1991, and is a professional company, with an excellent reputation within the language, communication and translation industry. We hold current ISO 9001:2000 and BS EN 15038 Standard for Translation Services certification. These awards are in recognition of our commitment to providing an exceptional quality of service

london @ atlas-translations.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0) 020 7240 6666