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Let’s Celebrate International Translation Day with Acolad Community!

Let’s Celebrate International Translation Day with Acolad Community!

by Marion | Sep 29, 2021 | Being a freelancer

The translation industry is more dynamic than ever before. It is estimated that there are more than 640,000 translators and interpreters worldwide, a quarter of whom are freelancers. Translators are essential as there are more than 7,000 languages spoken in the world....
Specialization in Translation: General Tips for Choosing Well

Specialization in Translation: General Tips for Choosing Well

by Marion | Aug 13, 2021 | Being a freelancer, Translation World

To be or not to be specialized, that is the question. Today, more and more freelance translators specialize in one or more specific fields: audio-visual, legal or medical translation, in the automobile industry, cosmetics or even Asian cinema, for example. It’s true...
Being a Sworn Translator: Everything You Need to Know

Being a Sworn Translator: Everything You Need to Know

by Marion | Nov 8, 2020 | Translation World

As a freelance translator, you can take the step and become a sworn translator. However, is it the same as being a certified translator, and if not, what are the differences? How can you become one of the “happy band” of sworn translators? Is it better to work for a...
Epic Translation Fails: Why We Will Always Need Human Translators

Epic Translation Fails: Why We Will Always Need Human Translators

by Marion | Sep 30, 2020 | Focus on languages

Imagine you are in a restaurant on the terrace. You decide to look at the menu, but you get confused by the names of dishes. You are wondering if this is a joke for April Fools’ Day. Then you realize that the menu has been poorly translated! We all have seen a feeble...
The (Second) Ultimate Checklist for Translation Jobs

The (Second) Ultimate Checklist for Translation Jobs

by Marion | Feb 25, 2020 | Being a freelancer

In a previous article, we made the list of important things to do before you take on any translation project. You have now reached the final step in your project, and you shouldn’t rush. Indeed, if a translation isn’t properly prepared for delivery, you run the risk...
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