The guide was specifically created for entrepreneurs who are looking for business partners in the translation industry. It will tell you what to expect from your cooperation with language service providers – you will discover what to pay attention to, what questions to ask and what to look for in order to achieve a satisfying result.
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Go to FAQThe seemingly simple story has become an inexhaustible source of inspiration for literary and cinematic works over the years. And yet, it is still life that inspires art most strongly; after all, many remarkable love stories are the best confirmation of the thesis that affection overcomes obstacles, boundaries and barriers…
For obvious reasons, companies entering foreign markets need to translate product documentation, legal documents or marketing texts into respective foreign languages. For them, high quality and accuracy of the translation is of crucial importance. But what to do if we do not speak the target language and need to verify…
Kraków seems to never reveal all of its secrets. Even those who have been wandering the streets of the city for many years find it challenging to explore all the enigmas. And while it could be hard to keep it a secret that Kraków belongs to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, activities undertaken within the programme remain a mystery to many. It’s been nearly ten years since Kraków has been officially named the UNESCO City of Literature; over the decade, the city has completed multiple projects linked to widely understood creative endeavours. From literature, through folk art, to gastronomy, both Cracovians and tourists can make the most of programme-related opportunities. What is UNESCO Creative Cities Network? Established in 2004, the programme aims at supporting cooperation between cities that centre their development around creativity. Culture is the main focus of activity for 246 member cities, with city authorities’ striving to create and spread artwork, promote creative projects, develop new career paths in the art sector, as well as make culture more accessible. Within the framework of the programme it is easier for Kraków to engage in dialogue with local institutions, as well as international partner cities. What are the main programme-related projects handled by Kraków? The former capital city focuses mainly on promoting its literary heritage, popularising reading, as well as providing support for local initiatives concerning the publishing industry. Kraków, the City of Literature: events, festivals, creative residence programmes The year unfolds to the rhythm of two main events: Conrad Festival and Miłosz Festival. The latter is held simultaneously with the Kraków International Book Fair, an event that makes not only publishers, but also readers from all over the world visit southern Poland. Both festivals aspire to familiarise broader audience with various aspects of literary works, as well as visual arts, cinema, and translation. These are presented by artists and content creators whose ideas are both familiar and distant to our cultural heritage. The activities…
The translation business is a unique sphere where creativity and passion for words meet modern technologies on a daily basis. Veteran translators that can boast extensive track record of finished translations have experienced many groundbreaking advances in their work. Young language professionals, on the other hand, work not only on…
In the age of globalisation, universal access to the unlimited Internet resources, countless textbooks and teaching methods, as well as travelling short and long distances on a daily basis, you may think learning a foreign language is a piece of cake. Well, you couldn’t be more wrong! Even the biggest…
Once a privilege of digital nomads, freelancers, and those involved in widely understood liberal professions. Often associated with freedom and enticing, picture-perfect views that bring to mind beach workation or office with a view of magnificent mountain ranges. For some, remote work is a miserable, daunting task. Others find it to be a perfect solution. It goes without saying, however, that it remains one of the most frequent form of employment for many translators, and that’s why today we will take a closer look on remote cooperation with translation agencies. Working remotely in the translation industry – where to start? The profession of a translator, like no other, creates almost unlimited opportunities to work from virtually anywhere in the world. Finding a stable and secure Internet connection is basically the only requirement influencing the choice of your next destination. But what has to be done to make this bold move actually work and become an unforgettable experience? The importance of networking in the translation industry cannot be stressed enough. Finding new contacts and maintaining good business relations is key. Many seemingly trivial conversations, whether while holidaying or visiting industry events, are a chance to find a new business partner. Trying to keep with the times, many specialists resort to social media to reach the widest possible audience. An impressive customer portfolio equals financial safety. But how to ensure a constant supply of new translation tasks when we’re new to the business? Reaching out to translation agencies is one of the most reliable solutions. Some of them recruit new workers from time to time, some seek professionals to join them and work on a particular project. It never hurts, however, to contact the customer service department and ask about the possibility to join the ranks of their translators. It’s worth noting that operating your own business (usually a one-man business) is key for many translation agencies, as it allows the translator to issue invoices. Translators who…
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