Translating Humor Is A Serious Business
Puns, regionalisms, wordplay, and cultural references can make the literal translation of humor a joke in itself, not to mention a seemingly impossible challenge for the translator!
Read More2021 Honors and Awards Now Open!
ATA and the American Foundation for Translation and Interpretation (AFTI) present annual and biennial awards to encourage, reward, and publicize outstanding work done by…
Read MoreATA Joins Forces with the Association of Language Companies to Bridge the Education/Career Gap
The Association of Language Companies (ALC) has been working to increase connections, relationships, and shared learning between the professional and academic sides of the…
Read MoreATA’s New Mastermind Program for Members: What Is It and Who Can Benefit
Do your fellow ATA members know business practices, resources, and techniques you would never hear about in a class or webinar? ATA’s Mastermind Program may just change that!
Read MoreTerms and Conditions of Service: The Key to Future-Proofing and Protecting Your Translation Business
From the buyer’s side, I can’t imagine working with a professional who doesn’t put their promise in writing. From the translator’s side, I can’t imagine doing business without protecting my interests. A well-drafted contract is such a win for both sides in any line of business that the thought of doing business without one is, to me, simply inconceivable.
Read MoreHow to Build Resourcefulness As A Freelancing Parent
Freelancing parents constantly face multiple challenges, especially during the current pandemic. Although there’s no one-size-fits-all recipe for success, there are a few simple steps you can take to transition smoothly into the life of a freelancing parent.
Read MoreBoard Meeting Highlights
From the Executive Director Walter Bacak, CAE walter@atanet.org The American Translators Association’s Board of Directors held its Winter Board meeting virtually January 23–24. Here…
Read MoreTranslation as an Art: How to Get Your Work in a Museum
Museums have evolved from rather stuffy places to lively multimedia experiences with exhibitions on anything from art and photography to fashion, film, and music. Here are some examples of the types of projects you might encounter when working for museums, including some challenges you’re likely to face.
Read More2021 Honors and Awards Now Open!
2021 Honors and Awards Now Open! ATA and the American Foundation for Translation and Interpretation (AFTI) present annual and biennial awards to encourage, reward,…
Read MoreOvercoming Accent Bias in the Courtroom
Recently, I attended an online seminar about implicit bias in court settings. Among other things, the presenter spoke about accent bias and how, in…
Read MoreThank You Sponsors and Exhibitors
ATA wishes to thank all of our sponsors and exhibitors for helping to make the 2020 virtual conference such a success! Sponsors Platinum SDL…
Read MoreThe New Year, New Look, and Board Meeting Highlights
From the Executive Director Walter Bacak, CAE walter@atanet.org The new year brings hope and opportunity. For ATA, it also brings a new look. The…
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