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“Translators need a lot of skills besides fluency in at least two languages; translators need to be excellent writers in their native language and need to be interested in and skilled at terminology research using both paper dictionaries and the Internet.”
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
“Today, most translation work happens remotely, and translators can live almost anywhere. The up and down nature of most freelancers' work loads also lends itself to using free time to take classes, pursue hobbies, travel or spend time with family.”
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
“Translation work involves knowing not just the structure of the language to be translated, but the cultural framework
that surrounds it.”
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
that surrounds it.”
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
“Most of the time, you'll be able to structure your work day around your peak energy times and your family's needs, rather than your employer's policies.”
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
“Most translators, even if they work 40 hours a week or more, live a very self-directed lifestyle and can tailor their work day around other interests or commitments such as families.”
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
― How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
