The Berkeley Language Institute is offering a 4-hour introductory course about the translation/interpretation industry.
The Business Side of Translation and Interpreting [4 hrs.]
Instructor: Francine Kuipers, Director of The Berkeley Language Institute
Date: Saturday, March 15th, 2014
Time: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Fee: $55.00 per person (5% discount for students)
Our 4 hour workshop is an introduction to the business world of translators and interpreters. It covers the following topics:
- Terminology: translator, transcriber, consecutive and simultaneous interpreter, voice talent, etc.
- Certifications
- How to market yourself and network
- Trade associations
- Employee vs ‘Outside’ Contractor
- Continuing education
- Cost and turnaround estimates
- Contracts
- Protocols
- Code of ethics
This seminar, conducted in English, applies to anyone interested in becoming a professional translator and/or interpreter.
Sign up now on our registration page to guarantee your seat in this course. Registration is open until March 12th, 2014.
Enrollment is limited!