A Career in Language Translation

A Career in Language Translation
Author: Carline Férailleur-Dumoulin
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2009
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1438944233

This book is a must-have for anyone interested in language translation. It is a valuable tool for those looking to embark on a translation career and those already in the field. Faculty members teaching translation courses, current and graduate students and translation business owners will undoubtedly find this book to be an indispensable resource. It serves as a guide and reference material for the language professionals seeking to hone their skills, sell their services, generate more revenues, equip themselves with the tools necessary to ultimately excel in the field. It contains a wealth of information and reference on how to develop a translation career. If you are interested in entering the field and do not know how to start, you will most certainly find your answer in this book. The book also covers everything from preparing your resume, preparing your business cards, working as a freelance translator, as an in-house translator, for an International Organization or for the Federal Government, to running your own translation business. It also arms you with information on how to market your services, how to beware of Internet Scams targetted at professional translators and interpreters, how to address payment issues, among other things. This book even covers the legal aspect involved in language translation. Towards the end section of the book, the reader will be able to refer to a concise glossary as well as to a list of International Organizations hiring language professionals, a list of Translation and Interpretation Schools in the United States and Abroad, and also to a list of Professional Translation and Interpretation Organizations in the United States and Abroad. This compilation of years of experience and research by the author will provide the reader with the materials, tools and resources that will contribute to a successful career in language translation.

Creative Multilingualism

Creative Multilingualism
Author: Rajinder Dudrah
Publisher:
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2020-05-05
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781783749294

Creative Multilingualism: A Manifesto is a welcome contribution to the field of modern languages, highlighting the intricate relationship between multilingualism and creativity, and, crucially, reaching beyond an Anglo-centric view of the world.

Using Russian

Using Russian
Author: Derek Offord
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 532
Release: 2005-07-14
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781139445092

Using Russian is a guide to Russian usage for those who have already acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their knowledge. Unlike conventional grammars, it gives special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause most difficulty to English speakers, and focuses on questions of style and register which are all too often ignored. Clear, readable and easy to consult, it will prove invaluable to students seeking to improve their fluency and confidence in Russian. This second edition has been substantially revised and expanded to incorporate fresh material and up-to-date information. Many of the original chapters have been rewritten and one brand new chapter has been added, providing a clear picture of Russian usage in the 21st century.

Occupational Outlook Handbook 2014-2015

Occupational Outlook Handbook 2014-2015
Author: U.S. Department of Labor
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 2928
Release: 2014-08-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1629141046

Written by the U.S. Department of Labor, the Occupational Outlook Handbook 2014–2015 is designed to provide valuable, up-to-date assistance to individuals making decisions about their futures. Accompanying each profession are descriptions of the nature of the work, work environment, and the required qualifications, training, and education, as well as job earnings, related occupations. The book includes details on more than 250 occupations—that’s 90 percent of the jobs available in the United States. It also includes job search methods and job outlook. Keep up in the scramble to stay afloat in the waning job market by staying informed as you plan your training and career.

Why You Need a Foreign Language & how to Learn One

Why You Need a Foreign Language & how to Learn One
Author: Edward Trimnell
Publisher: Beechmont Crest Pub
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2005
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 9780974833019

"The first half of this book examines the commercial, social, and political implications of American monolingualism. The second half of the book explores the techniques and tools that a working professional can use to acqure functional skills in a new language."--Back cover.

Translanguaging in Translation

Translanguaging in Translation
Author: Eriko Sato
Publisher: Channel View Publications
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2022-03-28
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1800414951

This book brings applied linguistics and translation studies together through an analysis of literary texts in Chinese, Hindi, Japanese and Korean and their translations. It examines the traces of translanguaging in translated texts with special focus on the strategic use of scripts, morphemes, words, names, onomatopoeias, metaphors, puns and other contextualized linguistic elements. As a result, the author draws attention to the long-term, often invisible contributions of translanguaging performed by translators to the development of languages and society. The analysis sheds light on the problems caused by monolingualizing forces in translation, teaching and communicative contexts in modern societies, as well as bringing a new dimension to the burgeoning field of translanguaging studies.

How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator, Third Edition

How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator, Third Edition
Author: Corinne McKay
Publisher: Two Rat Press
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2015-12-11
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780578170077

The original how-to guide for people who want to launch and run a successful freelance translation business, fully revised and updated! With over 10,000 copies in print, How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator has become a go-to reference for beginning and experienced translators alike. The fully revised third edition includes nearly 250 pages of practical tips on writing a translation-targeted resume and cover letter, preparing a marketing plan, marketing your services to agencies and direct client, avoiding common pitfalls, and more! New in this edition: an all-new technology chapter by translation technology expert Jost Zetzsche, and more detailed information on ways to market to direct clients.

Dream Careers

Dream Careers
Author: Tag Goulet
Publisher: Calgary : FabJob
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781894638906

"This book will help you have your dream career ... ; ... if you know what your dream career is ; ... if you are having difficulty choosing among several careers, or ; ... if you have no idea which career you should choose. You will identify a career that's ideal for you through fun and insightful exercises, quizzes, and advice. You will discover 101+ dream careers that are rarely advertised and get specific strategies to help you break in. You will learn how to make your application stand out, how to find a job through word of mouth, and even how to create your dream job. You will also get helpful advice on goal-setting and motivating yourself to take action"--Publisher website (September 2007).