Becoming a successful freelance translator requires certain skills and experience.This online course Translation - Become A Successful Freelance Translator will teach you how to become a successful freelance translator. You will learn everything you need to start and grow your own translation business, from setting up your online profile to managing your finances.
The course covers both the practical and the theoretical aspects of freelance translation. You will learn how to find and attract clients, estimate and scope projects, deliver high-quality translations, and get paid fairly for your work.
You will also learn how to market yourself effectively, network with potential clients, negotiate rates, invoice correctly, and balance your work and personal life. The course offers valuable insights on the business side of freelance translation that are often overlooked.
By the end of the course, you will have the skills and confidence to launch and run a successful freelance translation career.
Learning Outcome of Become A Successful Freelance Translator
Grasp the foundational theories and principles that underpin the art of translation.
Develop the ability to manage and utilise terminology effectively for precise and consistent translations.
Gain expertise in a diverse array of translation tools and software.
Learn the techniques and practices to translate with accuracy and efficiency.
Construct a compelling portfolio showcasing your translated works.
Key Features of the Course
A CPD certificate that is recognised worldwide.
A great online learning experience.
Interesting and unique online materials and activities.
Expert guidance and support from the field leaders.
Access to the study resources anytime you want.
Friendly and helpful customer service and admin support by email, phone, and chat from Monday through Friday.
Get a year-long access to the course.
Who is this course for
This Become A Successful Freelance Translator Course is suitable for -
Aspiring freelance translators
Professionals aiming to enhance translation skills and income
Multilingual professionals needing effective cross-language communication
Business owners seeking freelance translators for company needs
Language and translation students aspiring for practical field experience
Requirements
Open to all interested in freelance translation career.
No prerequisites; suitable for individuals from any academic background.
Accessible course materials from any internet-enabled device.
CPD Certificate from Course Gate
At the successful completion of the course, you can obtain your CPD certificate from us. You can order the PDF certificate for £9 and the hard copy for £15. Also, you can order both PDF and hardcopy certificates for £22.
Career path
Freelance Translator
Professional Translator
Trainee translator
Translator
Translation project manager
Course Content
Course Introduction
Introduction
Intro
Course Introduction
Pre-Game
Day one: Resume, Photo and Specializations
Day two: Your website
Extra info for Resumes
Setting up your accounts
Freelance websites (1 hour max per website)
Signing up for Upwork: a Walk-through
Translation Websites 1: A Proz.com Walk-through
Translation Websites 2 (1 hour max per website)
Translation agencies (1 hour max per agency)
How do Kudoz Points Help? - (Answering your questions!)
Starting Strategy
Pricing
Some Strategies for Starting Out
Working for Free
Marketing
Active Marketing
Passive Marketing
Some General Marketing Strategies
Using Linkedin for Marketing
Job alerts
Another way to find Agency Email Addresses
Getting Paid: What to do after you are assigned a job
Getting Paid
Getting Paid - Invoices
Tips and Tricks
Tips and Tricks - Intro
Tips 1 - OCR
Tips 1b - OCR Walkthrough
Tips 2 - Time Management
Tips 3 - Shares, Commissions, Rush Jobs
Tips 4 - Apps I recommend
Tips 5 - Support System
Tips 6 - CAT Tools
Tips 6b - CAT Tools - More in depth
Tips 7 - Glossary, and Translation Tips
Tip 7b - More Translation Tips
Tips 8 - 80/20 Analysis
Tips 9 - Book Recommendations
Bonus: How to Find a Good Translation Company
Bonus: Going through Freelancer emails
Bonus: How to be an Unsuccessful Freelance Translator (From my Youtube Channel)