9 Essential Tips to Land More Translation Jobs Next Year: A Freelancer’s Guide
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Why You Should Volunteer as a Freelance Translator?
What if language barriers no longer existed? That would be a world where critical information, legal aid, and humanitarian efforts reached everyone, regardless of language. This is no utopia—rather, it’s a reality that volunteer translators help create. By offering your…
How to be More Productive as a Freelance Translator
As a freelance translator, you know the struggle of balancing productivity with the flexibility and independence of your work. It’s easy to get sidetracked by distractions or overwhelmed by deadlines. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. In this article, I…
How to Handle a Missed Deadline as a Freelance Translator
Missing a deadline is stressful, especially for freelance translators. While you never want it to happen, it’s not entirely avoidable. Even the most reliable translators can face unexpected situations leading to delays. However, missing a deadline isn’t always unreasonable. That’s…
8 Tips to Get More Freelance Work From Translation Agencies
Freelance translation is a rewarding yet competitive field, especially when it comes to securing work from established translation agencies. Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned pro, understanding how to effectively approach agencies can make a significant difference…
How to Make Sure You Always Get Paid as a Freelance Translator?
Do you want to work for a client only to find out they cannot or are not willing to pay you? No one wants to work for a non-paying client at random. Still sometimes we as freelance translators face non-payment.…
Katharina Reiss’ Text Types: What You Need to Know as a Professional Translator
Katharina Reiss’ text type theory is a fundamental concept in translation studies. It categorizes texts into four types—informative, expressive, operative, and audio-medial—each requiring a distinct translation approach. But how does this theory apply in real-world translation projects? And why is…
Best Websites to Find Translation Jobs for New Freelance Translators
Finding consistent translation jobs is a crucial step for any aspiring freelance translator. This can also be a daunting challenge for new freelance translators. There are numerous platforms available to connect with clients and launch your career. This article explores…
How to Find Your First Jobs as a Freelance Translator
When I started my translation career, despite some early success, I struggled to find consistent work in the first year. In fact, I still experience sporadic periods of drought each year. And this is normal, at least for some language…
Should You Accept Translation Tests to Get Hired as a Freelance Translator
Should you accept a translation test? The answer can vary depending on whether you are looking for a freelance or an in-house role. A translation test is often a must in an in-house translation position recruitment. To stay in the…
Do You Need a Degree to be a Professional Translator?
What does it take to become a professional translator? A degree? Experience? I’ve been working as a translator for years, and I’m always curious about how others got into the field. This article explores the educational requirements to start as…