BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//American Translators Association (ATA) - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.atanet.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for American Translators Association (ATA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Lisbon BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:WEST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:WET DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:WEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:WET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:WEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:WET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20210314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20211107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220714 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220630T154730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T174642Z UID:22695-1657670400-1657756799@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Terminology Management 101 for Translators and Project Managers DESCRIPTION:Improve your efficiency and the quality of your translation by learning the basics of effective terminology management.\nAre you underestimating the need for terminology management in your translation business? Don’t miss this webinar to find out! \nWe’ll explore why it’s important to have a system for managing terms\, what tools to consider using\, and how to best integrate glossaries and term bases into your projects. You’ll learn the principles of organizing terms with a clear set of rules to increase accuracy and ensure that the term fits the context. And you’ll also discover how terminology management can guarantee consistency in the client’s preferred terminology\, giving your service added value. \nYou will learn:\n\nAn overview of terminology management\nThe different tools available to manage terms\nTips to successfully maintain a terminology management system\n\n\nAbout the Presenters\nMarina Ilari\, CT is an ATA certified English>Spanish translator with over 16 years of experience in the translation industry. She has worked as a translator\, editor\, and quality assurance specialist with a focus on creative translations and video game localization. She is the chief executive officer of Terra Translations and co-host of the podcast about translation\, En Pantuflas. \nGuillermo Umpiérrez is a 30-year-old seasoned localization project manager with 6+ years of experience in the software and video game localization industry\, both client and agency-side. His combined passions for language and technology have led him to seek out innovative\, time-efficient\, scalable solutions that help localization teams reach their goals and bring products closer to their target markets. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/terminology-management-101-for-translators-and-project-managers/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Terminology-Management-101-for-Translators-and-Project-Managers.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T133000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220615T171518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194131Z UID:22599-1657195200-1657200600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Strategic Interpreting: Negotiation and Collaboration in the Health Care Encounter DESCRIPTION:Learn how to enhance communication and improve patient outcomes while increasing your value as an interpreter in health care settings.\nInterpreters who adopt an interpreter practitioner model versus the “black box interpreter” can add value and make a bigger impact in the healthcare encounter. Current ethical guidelines\, in addition to other foundational principles\, support innovative and advanced practice strategies\, which interpreters should consider applying in their practice\, and which educators and managers should encourage and support. \nJoin this webinar to learn strategies that include educating scripts\, creative visual aids\, and techniques to better negotiate high register to enhance communication and trust\, and to be better prepared to make more effective decisions equipped with emotional intelligence and soft skills. \nYou will:\n\nLearn specific scripts to effectively educate all the parties involved in your work\nExplore specific visual aids to facilitate communication and enhance the clinical outcome\nGain collaboration skills and innovative solutions to navigate the meaning of jargon and technical concepts\nEnhance your value by mastering your ability to negotiate in healthcare-related dialogue settings\n\nAbout the Presenter\nAndrea Henry is a full-time interpreter and the principal investigator for grant-funded research on measuring interpreter mental fatigue. She has been active in healthcare interpreting for 25 years. Andrea earned her B.A. in Spanish & International Studies with a minor in Ethnic Studies\, and shortly after began her career as a freelance interpreter in Portland\, Oregon. Andrea was later promoted to full-time OPI interpreting at Pacific Interpreters’ headquarters. With her relocation to Atlanta\, she embarked on six years of management\, developing interpreter services departments for two healthcare systems. Andrea has received over 175 hours of interpreter education and has attended 30+ conferences. She is a member of the NCIHC Home for Trainers webinar workgroup and was recently named a CCHI Commissioner. Andrea regularly presents on advanced practice strategies for healthcare interpreters\, as well as research on a tool that measures mental fatigue. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/strategic-interpreting-negotiation-and-collaboration-in-the-health-care-encounter/ CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Interpreting,Specialization ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Strategic-Interpreting-Negotiation-and-Collaboration-in-the-Health-Care-Encounter.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T140000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220525T130751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194131Z UID:22435-1655985600-1655992800@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:The Well-Rounded Subtitler: Conventions Meet Technology DESCRIPTION:Learn how to produce high-quality subtitles consistently and efficiently with the latest tools and technology.\nTo work successfully in the ever-growing subtitling market\, translators must have both a solid understanding of the standard conventions and requirements of subtitling and be proficient in the tools and technology available to enhance their productivity. \nThis webinar will present an overview of the characteristics of quality subtitles. The presenters will demonstrate supplementary technology\, such as speech recognition and CAT tool integration\, that can help subtitlers make better use of their time while producing consistent\, high-quality subtitles. \nYou will learn:\n\nIn-depth knowledge of subtitling characteristics and conventions\nPractical knowledge of technological tools to enhance subtitling productivity\nA professional understanding of subtitling as an audiovisual means of communication\n\nAbout the Presenters\nNora Díaz earned a B.A. in linguistics and translation in 1990. Since then\, she has worked as an English>Spanish translator and interpreter in a variety of fields\, specializing in scientific and technical translation. As a technology enthusiast interested in enhancing productivity\, Nora enjoys exploring tools that facilitate the work of translators and sharing her findings with others\, through her blog Nora Díaz on Translation\, Teaching and Other Stuff\, webinars\, and training sessions. \nAngelica Ramírez has been an English>Spanish and French>Spanish dubbing and subtitling translator for miniseries\, movies\, and documentaries broadcast on Mexican TV and pay-TV channels in Latin America for more than 25 years. She also subtitles educational\, cultural\, and training videos for private clients. Angelica earned a Ph.D. in translation and interpreting at Universidad de Alicante. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/the-well-rounded-subtitler-conventions-meet-technology/ CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Specialization,Tools and Technology,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/The-Well-Rounded-Subtitler-Conventions-Meet-Technology-e1653483818444.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220611T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220314T145404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T145635Z UID:21699-1654952400-1654963200@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Certification Exam: In-Person DESCRIPTION:You must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Join ATA today. \nAll exam sittings have a maximum capacity and registrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. There are no waitlists for sold-out exams\, but a sold-out exam may become available if there are cancellations. Check Exam Status to see if this exam is sold out or open. \nRegistration Deadline: May 28\, 2022 \n  \nImportant Requirements\nThere are specific software and hardware requirements for the in-person and online exams. Before you register\, make sure you have everything you need and you know what to expect. See all requirements and restrictions. \n  \nATA Members\nThe exam registration fee is $525. You can register online\, by mail\, or by fax. \nRegister Now \n  \nNon-Members\nYou must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Exams sell out quickly and there is no guarantee exam space will be available by the time your membership is processed. ATA membership is not refundable. \nJoin ATA URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/certification-exam-in-person-9/ LOCATION:Oakland\, California\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607 CATEGORIES:Certification Exam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Translation-SO2017.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220610 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220520T170311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194414Z UID:22366-1654732800-1654819199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:How to Plan for an Extended Leave from Your Freelance Translation Business DESCRIPTION:Learn how to ensure the sustainability of your business when you need to take an extended leave.\nWhether it’s to assist in the care of a family member\, recover from an illness\, or even get away on a long vacation\, there are moments in life when we need to take time off or reduce the number of hours we work. As a freelancer\, however\, you are often a solo show\, and the show must go on if you want to continue running a successful translation business. \nIntended for freelance translators working primarily with direct clients\, this webinar will present tips on how to plan and manage for the running of your business while you take a period of extended leave. You’ll learn strategies for subcontracting\, time management\, communicating with clients\, and more. \nBonus benefit! Being prepared for an extended leave will pay off big time if you reach a point where you can’t go it alone anymore. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nFind someone you trust who can take on the majority of your workload\nMake the introductions that will let your clients and colleagues get familiar with one another\nMaintain your client contact list so that you can send a notification at a moment’s notice\nKeep your clients happy when you’re away\n\nAbout the Presenter\nNatalie Pavey is a certified French-into-English translator (CTINB\, OTTIAQ). She has a bachelor’s degree in French from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in French language and culture from King’s College London. Over her ten years of freelancing\, Natalie has worked with more than 250 direct clients in the fields of business communication\, marketing\, and sustainable development. During her first four-month maternity leave in 2018\, Natalie subcontracted the vast majority of her translation and revision projects yet managed to have her highest-grossing year. In 2020\, she took another four months off to care for her second child and\, once again\, had a record year. She is passionate about showing her colleagues how to do it! URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/how-to-plan-for-an-extended-leave-from-your-freelance-translation-business/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/How-to-Plan-for-an-Extended-Leave-from-Your-Freelance-Translation-Business.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220314T144504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T145759Z UID:21696-1654336800-1654347600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Certification Exam: In-Person DESCRIPTION:You must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Join ATA today. \nAll exam sittings have a maximum capacity and registrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. There are no waitlists for sold-out exams\, but a sold-out exam may become available if there are cancellations. Check Exam Status to see if this exam is sold out or open. \nRegistration Deadline: May 21\, 2022 \n  \nImportant Requirements\nThere are specific software and hardware requirements for the in-person and online exams. Before you register\, make sure you have everything you need and you know what to expect. See all requirements and restrictions. \n  \nATA Members\nThe exam registration fee is $525. You can register online\, by mail\, or by fax. \nRegister Now \n  \nNon-Members\nYou must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Exams sell out quickly and there is no guarantee exam space will be available by the time your membership is processed. ATA membership is not refundable. \nJoin ATA URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/certification-exam-in-person-8/ LOCATION:Kent\, Ohio\, United States CATEGORIES:Certification Exam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Translation-SO2017.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220601 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220516T182627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T154226Z UID:22338-1653955200-1654041599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Ethically Speaking … Translation Technologies\, Ethics\, and Translator Education DESCRIPTION:Learn about translation technologies and how they fit within the wider spectrum of cultural\, social\, political\, and professional concerns.\nWhen translation technologies first became widespread\, the focus was on learning to use them and to integrate them into translation processes. Ethical issues received scant attention in the early days\, but as technologies—including various forms of artificial intelligence—become increasingly pervasive\, they are shaping the way we view the world and are changing the language industry at a speed and scale not previously experienced\, bringing tremendous opportunities\, but also exposing us to new risks. \nThe time is ripe to discuss questions of fairness\, justice\, and responsibility in relation to tool use and to consider how translation technologies fit within the wider spectrum of cultural\, social\, political\, and professional concerns. Some of the more specific issues to be discussed in the webinar include the ownership\, sharing\, and commoditization of data and resources; confidentiality and privacy; professional identity\, autonomy\, workflow\, remuneration\, and job satisfaction; and risk and responsibility. \nBringing the conversation back specifically to education\, we’ll explore how translator-educators can take steps to prepare the next generation to engage with translation technologies in an ethical way by considering the what\, why\, and how of integrating technology-related ethics into translator education. \nThis webinar was organized with the assistance of ATA’s Educators Division. \nYou will learn:\n\nThe basics of data-driven approaches (including neural MT) and how such approaches are sensitive to data (potentially leading to algorithmic bias)\nHow linked data can lead to a privacy breach\nWays the various translation stakeholders (e.g.\, agencies\, translators\, clients\, end users) can be affected by integration of technologies into the translation workflow\nThe connections between translation technologies and sustainability\nWhere and how ethics can fit into education on translation technologies\n\nAbout the Presenter\nLynne Bowker is a certified French-to-English translator-educator with over 25 years of experience. She has an MA in Translation and a PhD in Language Engineering. Lynne is a professor at the School of Translation and Interpretation at the University of Ottawa in Canada where she teaches courses on translation technologies and directs the Machine Translation Literacy Project. She is the author and co-author of several books on translation technology\, including Computer-Aided Translation Technology (2002) and Machine Translation and Global Research (2019). She recently contributed a chapter on translation technologies to the Routledge Handbook of Translation and Ethics (2021). URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/ethically-speaking-translation-technologies-ethics-and-translator-education/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Educators and Trainers,Tools and Technology,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Ethically-Speaking-Translation-Technologies-Ethics-and-Translator-Education-e1652725099684.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220528T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220528T153000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220318T171959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T172059Z UID:21744-1653741000-1653751800@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Certification Exam: In-Person DESCRIPTION:You must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Join ATA today. \nAll exam sittings have a maximum capacity and registrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. There are no waitlists for sold-out exams\, but a sold-out exam may become available if there are cancellations. Check Exam Status to see if this exam is sold out or open. \nRegistration Deadline: May 14\, 2022 \n  \nImportant Requirements\nThere are specific software and hardware requirements for the in-person and online exams. Before you register\, make sure you have everything you need and you know what to expect. See all requirements and restrictions. \n  \nATA Members\nThe exam registration fee is $525. You can register online\, by mail\, or by fax.\nRegister Now \n  \nNon-Members\nYou must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Exams sell out quickly and there is no guarantee exam space will be available by the time your membership is processed. ATA membership is not refundable. \nJoin ATA URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/certification-exam-in-person-10/ LOCATION:Washington\, DC\, Washington\, DC\, 20016\, United States CATEGORIES:Certification Exam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Translation-SO2017.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220526 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220502T200251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T174709Z UID:22206-1653436800-1653523199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Successful Advocacy for Translators and Interpreters DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make yourself heard and advocate for policies that support your profession!\nIn today’s political and legislative landscape\, it is crucial for translators and interpreters to make themselves heard. Laws are being adopted and decisions are being made on local\, state\, national and international levels that affect how translators and interpreters earn their livelihood in a very real way. We need to advocate for policies that support our professions. \nYou will learn:\n\nThe definition of advocacy\nWhy you should advocate\nHow to identify and contact elected officials and policy makers at all levels\nWhat successful advocacy at the state level looks like\nWhere you can find ATA resources to help you become a more successful advocate\n\nAbout the Presenters\nEve Lindemuth Bodeux\, CT\, currently serves on ATA’s Board of Directors (2018–2024). She is a 25-year veteran of the language industry and an ATA-certified French-to-English translator. Eve works as a localization project manager to clients worldwide. She co-hosted the long-running Speaking of Translation podcast and is the author of the book Maintaining Your Second Language. Eve also sponsors the Global Reads Book Club for translators. \nLucy Gunderson\, CT\, is an ATA-certified Russian-to-English translator specializing in journalism and human rights. She is a past administrator of ATA’s Slavic Languages Division\, a past chair of the ATA’s Divisions Committee\, and a current member of ATA’s Advocacy Committee. \nDr. Bill Rivers is principal at WP Rivers and Associates. A former Russian-to-English translator and interpreter\, he has more than 30 years’ experience in language advocacy at the national level\, with significant experience in culture and language for economic development and national security in the intelligence community. Bill has also worked extensively in language policy development and advocacy. He serves on the ATA Advocacy\, Standards\, and Education and Pedagogy Committees. \nCristina Helmerichs D. is a conference interpreter and judiciary interpreter based in Austin\, Texas. During her thirty-year career as a Spanish-English conference interpreter\, much of her work has been in bilateral negotiations regarding transportation and legal matters\, but she also has extensive experience in the oil industry\, non-profit service organizational training\, and the software security industry. Cristina is a consultant for the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Exam and for the Administrative Office of the US Courts. She currently serves on ATA’s Board of Directors and is chair of the association’s Interpreting Policy Advisory Committee. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/successful-advocacy-for-translators-and-interpreters/ CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Successful-Advocacy-for-Translators-and-Interpreters-e1651521182707.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T143000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220418T182224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220512T183633Z UID:22044-1652959800-1652970600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Become a Voice Talent DESCRIPTION:Increase your competitive advantage by adding voice recording services!\nAs the language industry landscape continues to evolve\, diversification is becoming even more relevant to a successful business. One excellent opportunity for those language professionals looking to expand their services in a new direction has been created by the growing demand for multilingual voice recording. \nJoin us for this highly dynamic virtual workshop where you’ll learn about the different market segments for voice recording and how to acquire the necessary skills to offer this service to clients. \nDuring three hours of focused learning\, this workshop will cover effective speaking\, breathing\, pauses\, tone of voice\, and what equipment and tools are needed for a successful audio-recording session. Attendees will also receive real-time feedback on reading exercises for different markets! \nYou will learn how to:\n\nUse sound hardware and software for successful audio-recording sessions\nIdentify the market demand for your type of voice and style\nPrepare yourself to record voice samples\nReach out to clients to offer your voice-over services\nHow to charge for voice-over work\n\nSpecial Notes\n\nDue to the interactive nature of this event\, the workshop is limited to 30 participants.\nParticipants have an option to submit their own recordings ahead of time\, whether anonymous or not\, for real-time feedback during the session.\nWe encourage everyone to connect with their video and audio on and to actively participate in the workshop discussions.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nRafa Lombardino became a professional translator in 1997 specializing in technology; marketing; human resources; education; health and wellness; audiovisual; and literature. She is ATA-certified in both English-to-Portuguese and Portuguese-to-English translation. Rafa has a professional certificate in Spanish-to-English translation from University of California\, San Diego Extension\, where she started teaching translation classes in 2010. One of her classes\, “Tools and Technology in Translation\,” has been released in book format. She is President and CEO of Word Awareness\, a small network of professional translators. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/become-a-voice-talent/ CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Specialization ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Become-a-Voice-Talent-e1650305386961.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220518 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220418T161449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T211813Z UID:22038-1652745600-1652831999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:ATA TEKTalks: Is Smartcat the Right Tool for You? DESCRIPTION:Learn the pros and cons of the top language localization tools to discover which one best fits your needs and goals!\nSmartcat is a powerful\, intuitive\, scalable\, and cloud-based translation and localization platform that combines CAT\, TMS\, and other translation technologies. But is it the right tool for you? \nAttend our second quarterly ATA TEKTalks webinar for an interview with the Smartcat’s Head of Customer Success Jean-Luc Saillard. Freelance translators\, in-house linguists\, company owners\, and students will learn how the program connects businesses\, translation companies\, and translators while offering additional services and helping everyone to work faster and more efficiently. \nWhat is ATA TEKTalks?\nLanguage technology\, or lang tech for short\, can feel like a confusing maze\, evolving daily. If you’ve ever felt “LOC’d out” of all the excitement—or just overwhelmed—it’s time to grab your compass and assume your place as a tech-savvy linguist! \nATA’s Language Technology Division is pleased to announce TEKTalks\, a new quarterly series of webinars. ATA TEKTalks will provide a platform for leading language technology companies to say hello\, offer insights\, and answer prepared questions relevant to the work of freelancers\, language services providers\, and in-house translation departments. \nThink of ATA TEKTalks as an open exchange of information where language technology companies and their representatives demonstrate how and why their services can improve your return on investment. \nThis webinar series is organized in collaboration with ATA’s Language Technology Division. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nUnderstand the pros and cons of leading language localization tools and platforms\nIdentify the questions to ask when looking for the lang tech that will work best for you\nDecide which component\, tool\, integration\, or brand may be ideal for your needs\nFind new opportunities to put your language skills to use in ways you have never considered\n\nAbout the Presenter\nJean-Luc Saillard is the Head of Customer Success at Smartcat. He has over 30 years of management experience in the translation business having founded his own company before joining Smartcat. His passion for technology has led him to be an early adopter of translation tools from the DOS-based TM tools to the latest workflow and MT applications. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/ata-tektalks-is-smartcat-the-right-tool-for-you/ CATEGORIES:Free for Members,Tools and Technology,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/TEKTalk-Is-Wordfast-the-Right-Tool-for-You-e1747066576290.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220512 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220418T153147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T174720Z UID:22036-1652227200-1652313599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Query Sheet Management for Project Managers and Translators DESCRIPTION:Learn how to communicate efficiently as a team with query sheet management!\nA successful translation project often begins with good communication between the client\, project manager\, and translators. One method of keeping everyone on the same page is the use of a query sheet. These sheets are especially important in large\, complex projects where there needs to be a central location for all questions and comments. \nBut what are the best practices for managing and working with these sheets? How can you ensure the system successfully promotes collaboration and communication during the project? \nJoin us for another Back to Business Basics webinar with tips to try and pitfalls to avoid when centralizing communication through a query sheet! \nYou will learn how to:\n\nUse query sheets to help centralize questions during a project\nIncorporate best practices for structuring the sheet\nPractice the “dos and don’ts” to achieve the communication you need\nFollow simple tips to promote successful communication\n\nAbout the Presenter\nMarina Ilari\, CT is an ATA certified English>Spanish translator with over 16 years of experience in the translation industry. She has worked as a translator\, editor\, and quality assurance specialist for many companies around the world with a special focus on creative translations and video game localization. She is the chief executive officer of Terra Translations and co-host of En Pantuflas\, a podcast about translation. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/query-sheet-management-for-project-managers-and-translators/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Query-Sheet-Management-for-Project-Managers-and-Translators-e1650296546738.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20220509T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20220509T170000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220124T195411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T145817Z UID:21231-1652104800-1652115600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Certification Exam: In-Person DESCRIPTION:You must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Join ATA today. \nAll exam sittings have a maximum capacity and registrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. There are no waitlists for sold-out exams\, but a sold-out exam may become available if there are cancellations. Check Exam Status to see if this exam is sold out or open. \nRegistration Deadline: April 18\, 2022 \n  \nImportant Requirements\nThere are specific software and hardware requirements for the in-person and online exams. Before you register\, make sure you have everything you need and you know what to expect. See all requirements and restrictions. \n  \nATA Members\nThe exam registration fee is $525. You can register online\, by mail\, or by fax.\nRegister Now \n  \nNon-Members\nYou must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Exams sell out quickly and there is no guarantee exam space will be available by the time your membership is processed. ATA membership is not refundable. \nJoin ATA URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/certification-exam-in-person-5/ LOCATION:Lisbon\, Portugal\, Lisbon CATEGORIES:Certification Exam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Translation-SO2017.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220507T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220507T170000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220222T204736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T145856Z UID:21550-1651932000-1651942800@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Certification Exam: In-Person DESCRIPTION:You must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Join ATA today. \nAll exam sittings have a maximum capacity and registrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. There are no waitlists for sold-out exams\, but a sold-out exam may become available if there are cancellations. Check Exam Status to see if this exam is sold out or open. \nRegistration Deadline: April 23\, 2022 \n  \nImportant Requirements\nThere are specific software and hardware requirements for the in-person and online exams. Before you register\, make sure you have everything you need and you know what to expect. See all requirements and restrictions. \n  \nATA Members\nThe exam registration fee is $525. You can register online\, by mail\, or by fax.\nRegister Now \n  \nNon-Members\nYou must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Exams sell out quickly and there is no guarantee exam space will be available by the time your membership is processed. ATA membership is not refundable. \nJoin ATA URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/certification-exam-in-person-7/ LOCATION:Albuquerque\, NM\, Alburquerque\, NM\, United States CATEGORIES:Certification Exam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Translation-SO2017.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220505 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220506 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220323T205917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194415Z UID:21802-1651708800-1651795199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Working Without Pain DESCRIPTION:Learn strategies and movements that will help you break the vicious cycle of work\, tension\, and pain!\nHave you ever noticed that your posture gets worse the longer you work? As translators and interpreters\, we put in long hours. But while our brain works overtime\, our body tends to be an afterthought—until discomfort\, tightness\, and pain make us sit up and take notice. \nThe good news is that most types of shoulder\, neck\, and back pain can be prevented\, relieved\, and even fully healed by means of gentle movement.\nJoin this webinar to learn strategies and movements that will help you break the vicious cycle of work\, tension\, and pain. Bring your questions and come prepared to move a little\, learn a lot\, and feel better afterwards. \nYou will learn how to\n\nIdentify causes of work-related neck\, shoulder\, back and hip pain\nRelieve acute neck\, back\, and shoulder tightness with simple movements\nUse strategic movement breaks to guard against pain\nManage situations when you are in pain but working on a tight deadline\nEvaluate what types of movement are suitable for you\n\nAbout the Presenter\nEva Stabenow\, MA\, CT (DE<>EN)\, NCPT has always loved her work as a medical translator and digital health writer. She was devastated when chronic shoulder\, neck\, and wrist pain made it excruciatingly painful to do her job 10 years ago. After visiting every healthcare professional imaginable\, she finally found relief through movement in the form of “corrective” Pilates and began to study the method with the goal of helping others find similar relief. Having completed a comprehensive 500-hour teacher training program and spent hundreds of hours teaching at local studios in Nashville\, Tennessee\, she fulfilled her dream of opening a home studio in 2018. At Sunroom Pilates\, she loves to teach others—both online and in person—how to heal their bodies through movement. \nEva recently completed a graduate certificate in Public Health at the University of Alabama Birmingham and is currently working on her master’s in public health while also pursuing one of the most widely respected personal training certifications through National Academy of Sports Medicine. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/working-without-pain/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Working-Without-Pain-e1648068675195.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220601 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20210324T183357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T204157Z UID:18394-1651363200-1654041599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Advocacy\, Impact\, and Innovation Awards: Open for Submissions DESCRIPTION:ATA presents annual and biennial awards to encourage\, reward\, and publicize outstanding work done by both seasoned professionals and students of our craft. Learn more about these awards and how to submit a nomination. \n\nAdvocacy Award\nImpact Award\nInnovation Award\n\nThese awards are bestowed in even-numbered years. The deadline to submit is May 31. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/advocacy-impact-and-innovation-awards-open-for-submissions/2022-05-01/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/AFTI_2-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220428 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220429 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220410T003854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T153541Z UID:21989-1651104000-1651190399@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:The Ins and Outs of the ATA Certification Exam DESCRIPTION:The ATA certification exam is rigorous and demanding. So\, what can you do to prepare and—more importantly—pass the test?\nATA certification attests to a high level of professional competence in producing an accurate and idiomatic translation. As expected\, the exam is rigorous and demanding. This webinar will help you prepare for the challenge. \nBegin with this webinar overview of the exam\, including its structure\, how the passages are selected\, and what is involved in the grading. You will also learn about recent and upcoming changes in how the exam is administered. The presenters will close with tips on preparing for the exam. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers. \nYou will learn:\n\nThe nature of the exam and its structure\nHow the exam passages are selected\nWhat is involved in the grading\nWays to prepare for the exam\nWhat to do to register and take the exam\n\nAbout the Presenters\nDavid Stephenson\, CT\, is a freelance translator specializing in legal and business translation as well as book-length creative nonfiction translation. He has been a member of ATA for more than 35 years and a member of the Certification Committee since 2006; he currently serves as the Committee chair. David’s working languages include German\, Dutch\, Croatian\, Serbian\, and Papiamentu. \nBen Karl\, MBA\, CT\, is a corporate\, marketing\, and financial communications translator and copywriter with more than a decade of experience in the language services industry. He is ATA-certified for French-into-English translation and also works from Mandarin-into-English. He currently serves on the ATA Board of Directors\, chairs the ATA Advocacy Committee\, and is a member of the ATA Membership Committee and The Chronicle Editorial Board. He is also the chair of the International Federation of Translators’ (FIT) Translatio Standing Committee and edits À Propos\, the ATA’s French Language Division blog. \nTianlu Redmon\, CT\, CI\, is a legal and business translator and interpreter experienced in civil litigation\, criminal proceedings\, and high-stakes meetings. She is ATA-certified in English-into-Chinese and Chinese-into-English translation—one of a handful of translators to hold both qualifications. She is also a Texas Master Licensed Court Interpreter for Mandarin and qualified by the U.S. federal courts. Tianlu is currently serving as the Administrator of ATA’s Chinese Language Division. \nAttention ATA Members\nThis webinar is free for ATA Members. Click to purchase. \n\n  \nSpecial Offer for Non-members\nIf you would like to watch this webinar for free\, complete the form below.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n Email*\n \n EmailConsent* I am voluntarily providing my personal information to ATA and I consent to having such information transferred to\, processed\, and stored in the United States. I agree to the privacy policy.*CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/the-ins-and-outs-of-the-ata-certification-exam/ CATEGORIES:Certification Exam,Free for Members,Grow Your Career,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Ins-and-Outs-of-the-ATA-Certification-Exam-scaled-e1745111826410.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220427 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220322T144739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194415Z UID:21794-1650931200-1651017599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Exploring Genealogical Translation: A Roundtable Discussion DESCRIPTION:Learn about the tremendous growth of this field and what skills are needed to succeed as a genealogical translator!\nToo often genealogical translation is treated as an “add-on” to another specialty. However\, this field has its own unique standard: genealogy tends to assume a transcription standard rather than a natural language standard. It also has its own special challenges: most documents are handwritten and a successful translation often requires a knowledge of vocabulary and laws that existed centuries ago. \nWhile machine translation has impacted this specialty\, it has the potential for tremendous growth. More and more\, archives are digitizing materials\, inspiring researchers without language skills to explore their family’s past. This is an opportunity for translators with an interest in history. \nWhat does it take to succeed in this specialty? Join this roundtable discussion with three genealogical translators working in different language pairs to get an overview of genealogical translation. The speakers will cover the typical projects received by a genealogical translator\, the background needed to successfully translate these documents\, and the expected products. You will leave this session with a better understanding of the common challenges that genealogical translators face and the typical assumptions that shape the client-translator relationship. \nYou will learn how to\n\nRecognize the types of projects a genealogical translator generally receives\nDeliver the expected work products\nAcquire the skills and background needed to successfully translate a historical document\nIdentify and overcome the common challenges in translating genealogical documents\nManage the assumptions about genealogical translation that can impact the client-translator relationship\n\nThis webinar is organized with the assistance of the French Language Division. \nAbout the Presenters\nBryna O’Sullivan is a Middletown\, Connecticut-based professional genealogist and French-into-English translator. As a genealogical translator\, she both translates historic documents from the French-speaking world and educates on the topic of translation. In 2021\, she presented “Navigating French Language Records When You Only Read English” to the Minnesota Genealogical Society’s virtual North Star Conference. Bryna is a member of ATA and the Association of Professional Genealogists. \nSpecializing in Maryland and German research\, Debra A. Hoffman is a professional genealogist and owner of Hoffman Genealogical Services. She has a certificate in family history from Brigham Young University and a professional learning certificate in genealogical studies-German records from the National Institute of Genealogical Studies. She is also the co-author of the National Genealogical Society’s latest Research in the States Series: Maryland. Debra is currently a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and serves as an at-large board member of the Maryland Genealogical Society and the recording secretary for the Mid-Atlantic Germanic Society. \nJane Neff Rollins is a professional genealogist who works primarily with clients whose ancestors lived in the former Russian Empire\, providing research and translation of 19th century Russian documents. She is an alumna of the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy and the Forensic Genealogy Institute. Jane has lectured multiple times at the annual conferences of the National Genealogical Society (NGS)\, the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Society\, and the Southern California Genealogical Society. Her articles have appeared in NGS Magazine\, FGS Forum\, Crossroads\, and other media outlets. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/exploring-genealogical-translation-a-round-table-discussion/ CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Specialization,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Exploring-Genealogical-Translation-e1647958303978.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220425 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220311T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T195213Z UID:21686-1650758400-1650844799@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Keep Your Spanish Sharp! Part II DESCRIPTION:Get a refresher on Spanish grammar to improve your writing skills!\nEven seasoned translators need a refresher on Spanish grammar. Most of us learn it at an early age and rarely revisit the rules. This gap between theory and practice\, along with changes to spelling rules made by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE)\, will be the focus of this workshop aimed at translators who want to make sure that their Spanish writing is spot-on. \nJoin this interactive virtual workshop to learn key aspects of Spanish terminology\, verbs\, rules of agreement\, punctuation\, and capitalization. Leave with tips that will help you write more confidently in Spanish. The instructors will also share useful sources to help you solidify your understanding of these topics. \nThis event was organized with the assistance of ATA’s Spanish Language Division. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nApply the changes in Spanish spelling rules made by the RAE in the last few years\nWatch out for issues when translating verbs\nAvoid common terminology pitfalls\nNavigate differences between English and Spanish punctuation and capitalization rules\nFollow rules of agreement\n\nSpecial Notes:\n\nThis is Part II of the Keep Your Spanish Sharp workshop. See Part I.\n\nAbout the Presenters\nDiego Mansilla\, CT teaches advanced courses in translation and is the director of the translation program at the University of Massachusetts Boston. His areas of research are translation pedagogy\, collaboration in translation\, and online education. He is an ATA-certified English>Spanish translator with more than 20 years of experience. \nIzaskun Orkwis\, CT has been a translator for more than 20 years\, working mainly for international organizations. She is a reviser for the Spanish translation service at the United Nations Secretariat. She holds a BA in Romance languages and MAs in Institutional Translation and Communication. She is an ATA-certified English<>Spanish translator\, a certified court interpreter in Virginia\, and a sworn translator in Spain\, as well as a certified healthcare interpreter (CCHI). URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/keep-your-spanish-sharp-part-ii-2/ CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Keep-Your-Spanish-Sharp.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220423 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220424 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220311T141603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T195220Z UID:21685-1650672000-1650758399@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Keep Your Spanish Sharp! Part I DESCRIPTION:Get a refresher on Spanish grammar to improve your writing skills!\nEven seasoned translators need a refresher on Spanish grammar. Most of us learn it at an early age and rarely revisit the rules. This gap between theory and practice\, along with changes to spelling rules made by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE)\, will be the focus of this workshop aimed at translators who want to make sure that their Spanish writing is spot-on. \nJoin this interactive virtual workshop to learn key aspects of Spanish terminology\, verbs\, rules of agreement\, punctuation\, and capitalization. Leave with tips that will help you write more confidently in Spanish. The instructors will also share useful sources to help you solidify your understanding of these topics. \nThis event was organized with the assistance of ATA’s Spanish Language Division. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nApply the changes in Spanish spelling rules made by the RAE in the last few years\nWatch out for issues when translating verbs\nAvoid common terminology pitfalls\nNavigate differences between English and Spanish punctuation and capitalization rules\nFollow rules of agreement\n\nSpecial Notes\n\nThis is Part I of the Keep Your Spanish Sharp workshop. See Part II.\n\nAbout the Presenters\nDiego Mansilla\, CT teaches advanced courses in translation and is the director of the translation program at the University of Massachusetts Boston. His areas of research are translation pedagogy\, collaboration in translation\, and online education. He is an ATA-certified English>Spanish translator with more than 20 years of experience. \nIzaskun Orkwis\, CT has been a translator for more than 20 years\, working mainly for international organizations. She is a reviser for the Spanish translation service at the United Nations Secretariat. She holds a BA in Romance languages and MAs in Institutional Translation and Communication. She is an ATA-certified English<>Spanish translator\, a certified court interpreter in Virginia\, and a sworn translator in Spain\, as well as a certified healthcare interpreter (CCHI). URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/keep-your-spanish-sharp-part-i/ CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Keep-Your-Spanish-Sharp.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T210000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220309T151442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T161015Z UID:21673-1649880000-1649883600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Virtual Brainstorm Networking DESCRIPTION:Find solutions! Make connections!\nJoin your colleagues for this fun\, fast-paced hour of solving common business challenges in small teams. Attend this virtual event to meet new people\, learn new skills\, and expand your support network\, while sharing your own experiences. Don’t miss it! \nThis event is hosted by ATA’s Business Practices Education Committee. \nRegistration is free and open to ATA members only.\nRegister Now! \nRegistration is free and open to both ATA members and non-members alike.\nRegister Now! \nRegistration closes April 13\, 5:00 pm ET \nRegistration for this event is closed. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/virtual-brainstorm-networking-3/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Free for Members,Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/brainstorm-networking.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220412 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220413 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220331T143802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194415Z UID:21875-1649721600-1649807999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Tailoring memoQ to Your Needs: Options\, Appearance\, Rules\, Settings\, and More DESCRIPTION:Learn memoQ customization tips that you can implement in your translation practice right away to improve your efficiency and productivity!\nWhether you are a translator\, in-house linguist\, or student\, knowing your way around memoQ functions can save time and stress. Begin by learning how to adapt the program to your specific needs. This is one of the most important first steps you can take to get the most out of your software. \nJoin this webinar to understand the different ways of customizing the memoQ interface. The type of work you do\, and even the particular documents and workflow steps in your project\, can all play a role in your set-up. Don’t overlook what customization can do to improve your productivity! \nYou will learn how to:\n\nCustomize the memoQ interface to make it easier to use\nChange settings\, such as Go to next and auto look-up\nImprove your efficiency with core resources\, such as Muses and QA settings\nUse keyboard shortcuts and additional resources to increase your productivity\n\nATA Members Get 35% off memoQ\nATA members are eligible for a 35% discount on a new license for memoQ translator pro. Click to take the deal! \nAbout the Presenter\nFilip Klepacki has worked in the translation industry for the last 15 years as a translator\, team leader\, and company owner. Having used multiple productivity tools\, he’s happily settled for memoQ and now works for the company as a solution engineer providing insight and training to linguists and project managers alike. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/tailoring-memoq-to-your-needs-options-appearance-rules-settings-and-more/ CATEGORIES:Tools and Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Tailoring-memoQ-to-Your-Needs-e1648737459565.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220411 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20211124T193043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T003351Z UID:20733-1649462400-1649635199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:The ATA Board of Directors Meeting will be held. All ATA members are invited to attend. \nView the Board meeting agenda. \nDon’t know how a Board meeting works?\nListen to The ATA Podcast: Inside the ATA Board Room for a look at what happens. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-6/ CATEGORIES:ATA Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ATA-Board-of-Directors-2022-e1652713160698.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220407 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220303T221914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T174848Z UID:21645-1649203200-1649289599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:How to Successfully Tackle Translation Tests DESCRIPTION:Learn how to ace a translation test on your way to getting the job!\nTranslation tests are the way most companies assess a translator’s work before making a decision to hire. It’s safe to say that most of us do not consider them to be a favorite part of our job. But it doesn’t have to be that way! \nAfter many years working as a translator and with a rather large number of translation tests under her belt\, the presenter has learned that both failure and success on these tests can teach us a lot. \nGet ready to tackle your next translation test with a new mindset! Join this webinar for a better understanding of the process and plenty of useful tips to make sure you’re ready for the challenge. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nUnderstand some of a client’s typical expectations in testing\nAnalyze the challenges presented in this kind of assessment\nMaximize your chances for success\n\nAbout the Presenter\nMarina Ilari\, CT is an ATA certified English>Spanish translator with over 16 years of experience in the translation industry. She has worked as a translator\, editor\, and quality assurance specialist for many companies around the world with a special focus on creative translations and video game localization. She is the chief executive officer of Terra Translations and co-host of En Pantuflas\, a podcast about translation. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/how-to-successfully-tackle-translation-tests/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/How-to-Successfully-Tackle-Translation-Tests-e1646345165208.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220403T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220403T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220104T192939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T145951Z UID:20988-1648976400-1648987200@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Certification Exam: In-Person DESCRIPTION:You must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Join ATA today. \nAll exam sittings have a maximum capacity and registrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. There are no waitlists for sold-out exams\, but a sold-out exam may become available if there are cancellations. Check Exam Status to see if this exam is sold out or open. \nRegistration Deadline: March 20\, 2022 \n  \nImportant Requirements\nThere are specific software and hardware requirements for the in-person and online exams. Before you register\, make sure you have everything you need and you know what to expect. See all requirements and restrictions. \n  \nATA Members\nThe exam registration fee is $525. You can register online\, by mail\, or by fax.\nRegister Now \n  \nNon-Members\nYou must be a member of ATA to register for an exam. Exams sell out quickly and there is no guarantee exam space will be available by the time your membership is processed. ATA membership is not refundable.\nJoin ATA URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/certification-exam-in-person-4/ LOCATION:Overland Park\, Kansas\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66210\, United States CATEGORIES:Certification Exam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Translation-SO2017.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220401 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220309T200805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194415Z UID:21678-1648684800-1648771199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Understanding and Leveraging Cultural Differences in Your Personal Brand DESCRIPTION:Learn how to reflect your cultural expertise in your branding for a more successful business!\nIs it possible to retain your brand identity and authenticity while tailoring your marketing to the local tastes and preferences of a target audience? \nWhile localization is commonplace in the translation industry\, it is easy to overlook within your own marketing. But\, as you expand your T&I business\, you do need to navigate between standardized and customized marketing approaches. This allows you to remain competitive while appealing to your customers with their culture in mind. \nJoin this webinar to understand how to take advantage of your cultural expertise. The speaker will compare and contrast the dimensions of cultural differences and how they affect your brand. Then using proven strategies\, modern tools\, and precise execution\, she will show you how to create a culturally appropriate personal brand. \nYou will learn how to\n\nUse cultural expertise as a competitive advantage for your T&I business\nCreate a cohesive strategy for your personal brand\nDifferentiate between authenticity vs. adaptability in your brand\nUnderstand cultural dimensions clearly and how they affect your cultural persona\n\nAbout the Presenter\nMarcela Arenas is the founder and president of Hispana Realizada\, Comunícate Pro\, Latitudes Training\, Coaching & Consulting\, Globalize Localization Solutions\, and Hispana Realizada Foundation. As a serial entrepreneur\, she is a business coach\, multicultural marketer\, international speaker\, mentor\, five-time published author\, and host of the Inspiración Hispana podcast and book series. She has helped clients double their sales conversions\, expand their ability to attract qualified leads\, and position their brands in both local and international markets. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/understanding-and-leveraging-cultural-differences-in-your-personal-brand/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Understanding-and-Leveraging-Cultural-Differences-in-Your-Personal-Brand-e1646856706152.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220329 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220330 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220317T215627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T174906Z UID:21729-1648512000-1648598399@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:ATA TEKTalks: Is Wordfast the Right Tool for You? DESCRIPTION:Learn the pros and cons of the top language localization tools to discover which one best fits your needs and goals!\nWordfast is one of the best known platform-independent translation memory tools in the industry\, but is it the right one for you? Join us for our first quarterly ATA TEKTalks webinar for an interview with the company’s CEO Yves Champollion. You’ll learn the top three features of Wordfast\, how the software can help translators do their best work\, what the costs are associated with using the product\, whether the program integrates seamlessly with other translation management systems\, and more. \nWhat is ATA TEKTalks?\nLanguage technology\, or lang tech for short\, can feel like a confusing maze\, evolving daily. If you’ve ever felt “LOC’d out” of all the excitement—or just overwhelmed—it’s time to grab your compass and assume your place as a tech-savvy linguist! \nATA’s Language Technology Division is pleased to announce TEKTalks\, a new quarterly series of webinars. ATA TEKTalks will provide a platform for leading language technology companies to say hello\, offer insights\, and answer prepared questions relevant to the work of freelancers\, language services providers\, and in-house translation departments. \nThink of ATA TEKTalks as an open exchange of information where language technology companies and their representatives demonstrate how and why their services can improve your return on investment. \nThis webinar series is organized in collaboration with ATA’s Language Technology Division. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nUnderstand the pros and cons of leading language localization tools and platforms\nIdentify the questions to ask when looking for the lang tech that will work best for you\nDecide which component\, tool\, integration\, or brand may be ideal for your needs\nFind new opportunities to put your language skills to use in ways you have never considered\n\nAbout the Presenter\nA French native\, Yves Champollion freelanced as a translator in the 1980s and 1990s. Later\, he was a project manager and consultant for large-scale translation projects. In 2000\, he started developing the Wordfast and PlusTools suite of CAT tools\, with over 55\,000 paid licenses in use as of 2019. Yves is also an enthusiastic conference speaker\, having delivered countless keynote addresses and lectures throughout his career\, particularly since the launch of Wordfast. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/tektalk-is-wordfast-the-right-tool-for-you/ CATEGORIES:Tools and Technology,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/TEKTalk-Is-Wordfast-the-Right-Tool-for-You-e1747066576290.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220324 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220224T174845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194415Z UID:21558-1647993600-1648079999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:What Do Project Managers Do? DESCRIPTION:Gain insight into a project manager’s skill set to discover how it can benefit your own business!\nWith the technological advances in translation and the impact of the pandemic on the economy\, some freelance language professionals are eager to learn additional skills and diversify. One option is to manage translation and interpreting projects as a freelancer. \nWorking from her personal experience\, the speaker will describe a day in the life of a project manager (PM). You’ll examine some of the most common tasks performed by PMs\, what skills and interests they need for the job\, and how labor laws apply to freelance PMs. \nThis webinar will show you not only how you can add project management services to your business but also how understanding the job can improve your working relationship with agency clients. \nYou will learn how to\n\nRecognize the tasks that make up a PM’s job\nUnderstand the skills needed to manage translation and interpreting projects\nAssess the tools and software PMs use\nAnalyze what project management skills also apply to your own business\nUse the PM’s skill set when subcontracting on large jobs and working for agencies\n\nThis webinar is organized with the assistance of the French Language Division. \nAbout the Presenter\nDiana Rhudick is a longtime member of ATA and a 30-year veteran of the translation industry\, specializing in business\, legal\, and marketing texts. She is ATA-certified from French-into-English and Spanish-into-English. She received her master’s degree in translation from the Monterey Institute of International Studies. Diana has been a project manager for a translation agency for more than three years\, and she has managed multiple large translation jobs for her own clients. She is currently serving as president and co-webmaster of the New England Translators Association. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/what-do-project-managers-do/ CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Grow Your Career,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/What-Do-Project-Managers-Do-e1645725295433.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220318 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220215T142833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194415Z UID:21467-1647475200-1647561599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Emoji and Emoticons and Stickers\, Oh My! What's an Interpreter to Do? DESCRIPTION:Learn how to convey the meaning of graphicons during high-stakes medical and legal interpreting assignments!\nThere are 3.2 billion people who have regular internet access in the world\, and studies show that more than 92% of them regularly send emoji\, emoticons\, smileys\, stickers\, and other graphicons. As a result\, these graphicons are also showing up more and more frequently as part of evidence in courts all over the world. These symbols are increasingly appearing in British and U.S. criminal court\, family\, and employment hearings\, as well as in telemedicine. \nBut the multiple meanings of graphicons are not always readily grasped. So\, how is an interpreter supposed to deal with them? \nJoin this webinar to learn why graphicons are so difficult to interpret for both spoken and signed language legal and medical interpreters. The speaker will offer some best practices recommended by a research group of working professional interpreters in the U.S. You will leave this session understanding how to deal with graphicons when you encounter them during assignments. \nYou will learn how to\n\nIdentify the multiple factors that go into interpreting graphicons\nComprehend the difficulties of interpreting graphicons both intraculturally and cross culturally\nRecognize the frequency of these images in high-stakes medical and legal encounters\nHandle graphicons when doing sight translations in legal or medical settings\n\nAbout the Presenter\nIn addition to having significant experience in the field of secondary and university education\, Dr. Holly Silvestri has run her own language services company as well as freelanced for other agencies and government entities. Currently she works as Senior Coordinator for Translation\, Training\, and Curriculum at the National Center for Interpretation at the University of Arizona and teaches in the school’s undergraduate Spanish Translation and Interpretation Program. Her position also involves research on interpreting and translation topics. Her working languages are Spanish\, French\, and English. She is a founding member of American Association of Interpreters and Translators in Education. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/emoji-and-emoticons-and-stickers-oh-my-whats-an-interpreter-to-do/ CATEGORIES:Interpreting,Specialization ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Emoji-and-Emoticons-and-Stickers-Oh-My.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220303 DTSTAMP:20260615T114341 CREATED:20220215T150805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T174926Z UID:21472-1646179200-1646265599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:From Written to Spoken: How to Break into Interpreting DESCRIPTION:Learn how a translator can become an interpreter!\nWhile it’s not for everyone\, interpreting is often a welcome addition to a language career. Many successful interpreters started as translators. So how can you add interpreting to the services you already offer? \nJoin this webinar to learn how to get into this rewarding line of work. We will discuss the specialties in the field\, skills needed\, types of entry-level work\, training and education\, and certification. You will be encouraged to complete a mini-analysis and start a plan to step into translation’s “talkative cousin.” \nYou will learn how to:\n\nIdentify the basic skills and knowledge of professional interpreters\nUnderstand the types of interpreting work for beginners\nStart thinking about specialties to consider and training programs for each\nConsider marketing/promotion options that work well when you are getting started\n\nAbout the Presenter\nElena Langdon\, M.A.\, CT\, CoreCHI is an interpreter and ATA-certified translator Portuguese>English. She is also certified by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters as a core-certified healthcare interpreter. Elena has a master’s in translation studies and has been teaching translation and interpreting since 2005. She was the chairperson of the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters and an ATA Director\, in addition to serving on the boards of the National Council for Healthcare Interpreting and the New England Translators Association. Not Quite Magic\, a podcast about interpreters\, was one of her favorite pandemic projects. URL:https://www.atanet.org/event/from-written-to-spoken-how-to-break-into-interpreting/ CATEGORIES:Interpreting,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.atanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/From-Written-to-Spoken-How-to-Break-into-Interpreting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Translators Association":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR