Translation Academy

In this section we will offer hints to language students and freelance translators who are just starting their career. We will also post job offers and opportunities.

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Proofreading, editing, revising a translation: a challenging job

By Morena Nannetti

Proofreading traditionally means reading printer proofs marking any errors. Editing is the task of preparing written material for publication, as by correcting, revising, or adapting it. Revising means to reexamine and make alterations to a written text. How do the above definitions materialise into the real job of proofreading a translation?

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Proofreading / revision

By Stefania De Angelis Williams

While reading the text you have translated, you should ALWAYS be able to answer the following questions (use it as a check list for every sentence):

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The role of the business mentor

By Doug Embleton, Mentoring & Consultancy

One of the distinct advantages of developing a role as a business mentor is that it is one of the few roles in today's world in which age and grey hair are positive attributes! As long as they are accompanied by business wisdom and a great deal of hands on experience.

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