| On Demand: | ATA members free! | |
| Presenter: | Corinne McKay | |
| Date: | December 14, 2020 | |
| Duration: | 45 minutes | |
| Language: | English | |
| Level: | All |
Succeeding as a freelancer will always involve some factors you can't control—like a global pandemic—but it also involves daily, positive habits and a business mindset.
In this fourth episode of ATA's Back to Business Basics webinar series, presenter Corinne McKay will examine two kinds of business habits that can help you make the transition from "throwing it against the wall" to an actual business strategy!
Watch On Demand! ATA members free!
Corinne McKay, CT, is an ATA-certified French>English translator, a Colorado court-certified French interpreter, and the founder of the online course platform Training for Translators. She also served as ATA President from 2017 to 2019.
A full-time freelancer since 2002, she has seen firsthand the benefits of having a diverse business, including agencies, direct clients, government agencies, and other freelancers.
Back to Business Basics: Entrepreneurial Habits for Freelancers
Presenter: Corinne McKay
Recorded: December 14, 2020
Succeeding as a freelancer will always involve some factors you can't control, but it also involves daily, positive habits and a business mindset. In this fourth episode of ATA's Back to Business Basics webinar series, presenter Corinne McKay examines two kinds of business habits that can help you make the transition from "throwing it against the wall" to an actual business strategy!
Watch On Demand! ATA members free!
Post-Editing: How to Make Machine Translation Work for You
Presenter: Rubén De La Fuente
Recorded: December 3, 2020
Language: Presented in Spanish
Statistics show that the use of machine translation, or MT, is increasing among translators. Is it time for you to take a look at how translators are using MT to increase productivity? Watch this webinar to learn post-editing guidelines, how to build and customize MT for specific domains, and ways to increase translation efficiency with MT.
Watch On Demand! ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Back to Business Basics: Handling the Holidays as a Freelancer
Presenters: Corinne McKay, Madalena Sánchez Zampaulo
Recorded: November 9, 2020
Planning for the holidays as a freelancer can be tricky. Will taking time off be bad for your business? Can you contact new clients and offer your services during the holiday season? Is it a good idea to send holiday gifts to your clients, and if so, what gifts are appropriate? Look for answers in this Back to Business Basics webinar!
Watch On Demand! ATA members free! Non-Members $25
Diabetes 101: An Overview for Medical Translators and Interpreters
Presenters: Tracy Young, R.N.
Recorded: November 12, 2020
It does not take long for a new translator or interpreter to see that terminology for diabetes is a necessity in their work. But what about an understanding of the disease? Even experienced linguists may fall short on knowing the full story—and the latest treatment options—for the condition. It's time to know more!
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Watch On Demand! ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Introducing ATA's Mastermind Program
Presenters: Dorothee Racette, Tess Whitty
Recorded: November 5, 2020
Most translators go into business understanding that finding and retaining clients will be hard work. What many fail to see, however, is the difficulty in running a business alone and not always knowing what to do next. Enter ATA's new Mastermind Program, an opportunity for members to tackle business issues together in small collaborative mentoring groups.
Watch to learn everything you need to know about this new ATA member benefit, from how peer mentoring works to how you can participate in or lead a Mastermind group.
Watch On Demand! Free! ATA members only.
Audio Description: The Visual Made Verbal
Presenter: Joel Snyder
Recorded: October 7, 2020
Audio description makes visual images accessible for people who are blind or have low vision—the visual is made verbal. Using words that are succinct, vivid, and imaginative, describers convey the visual image that is not fully accessible to a significant segment of the population. Attend to learn more about this rapidly growing niche in the audiovisual field.
Watch On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Diversification—A Tool for Thriving in Uncertain Times
Presenter: Corinne McKay
Recorded: October 5, 2020
Freelancers with diverse businesses tend to do better in a slow economy. So, how do you go about diversifying your translation and interpreting business? How do you decide what new services to offer? Where do you find clients when you're just getting started? Look for all the answers in this Back to Business Basics webinar!
Watch On Demand: ATA members free! Non-Members $25
Challenges in Human Rights Translation
Presenter: Lucy Gunderson
Recorded: September 16, 2020
Finding the best terms to use in any area of translation can be tricky. Fortunately, translators working in human rights have a wide variety of source documents to help them find the right word every time. Join Presenter Lucy Gunderson to learn research techniques for terminology in the human rights arena. [more]
Watch On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Effective, Pitch-Perfect Marketing during and after COVID-19
Presenter: Madalena Sánchez Zampaulo
Recorded: September 10, 2020
Marketing is a daunting task in the best of times. Now, with a global pandemic and economic crisis, it seems almost impossible. This free webinar for ATA members will show you how to market effectively in bad times, including the perils of tone-deaf messaging, the fine line between too much sales pitch and not enough, and how to time your message so it gets heard. [more]
Watch On Demand: ATA members free! Non-Members $25
The Hard Side of Project Management
Presenter: Carina Balbo
Recorded: August 27, 2020
Managing projects efficiently is essential to maximizing business. Using visual representation to track workflow is a great technique for doing just that. Learn how in this webinar covering visual strategies you can use to organize time and workflow plus software—both paid and unpaid. [more]
Watch On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
The Remote Interpreter's Companion
Presenters: Josh Goldsmith, Alexander Drechsel
Recorded: August 19, 2020
Everyone is trying to get in on the remote interpreting market. There are courses and webinars about platforms, specialties, clients, and a dozen other “how-tos.” The focus is rarely on the teamwork and people required to make it all work. This webinar does just that.
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Watch On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
What Is Audiovisual Translation?
Presenter: Ana Salotti
Recorded: July 21, 2020
This introductory webinar offers a bird's-eye view of audiovisual translation (AVT) as a distinct "always something new" field in translation. Through real-world examples, you'll learn the most essential characteristics of each AVT modality, including subtitling, voiceover, lip-synced dubbing, adaptation footage for localization,subtitling for the deaf or hard of hearing, audio description, captioning, and video games. [more]
Watch On Demand: Free to ATA members! Click to play. Non-Member $60
Don't Fall for It: Scams Targeting Language Professionals
Presenter: Carola Berger
Recorded: July 9, 2020
Even the best of us have been tempted by a scam. Attend this webinar for an overview of the various scams targeting translators and interpreters, including the age-old fake check scheme that is still tricking people into losing money. The presenter will also cover newer problems of identity theft and impersonation. Specific real-life examples will be used to demonstrate how each scam works and what concrete steps you can take to protect yourself and your business. [more]
Watch On Demand: Free! Click to play.
Beyond Manuals of Style (presented in Spanish)
Presenter: Daniel Soria
Recorded: June 24, 2020
A good manual of style is a critical tool for a translator. But how do you know which one to use?
Watch this webinar for key resources and tools to learn how to select, use, and even compile your own manual of style to increase your productivity. You’ll also learn how to apply style rules when working with complex texts and address style requirements from specific clients. Examples are provided to solve challenging scenarios. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
How to Utilize LinkedIn Strategically to Reach Your Ideal Clients
Presenter: Madalena Sánchez Zampaulo
Recorded: May 7, 2020
Many freelancers set up a LinkedIn account because they know it’s what professionals do. Then, they promptly let their profile collect dust—and wonder why it doesn't bring in much business. Is this you?
Don’t let the marketing power of LinkedIn slip through your fingers! Watch this webinar to learn how a few key strategies can make a difference in reaching your ideal clients and expanding your referral network. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Becoming a Court Interpreter in California
Presenter: Jennifer De La Cruz
Recorded: April 25, 2020
What does it take to work as an interpreter in the California court system? Attend this webinar to find out! You'll learn what knowledge, skills, and abilities are needed, the basic structure of the California courts, resources to prepare for the proficiency exams, and exercises to evaluate your readiness to become certified or registered in the state. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Personal Branding 101
Presenter: Ben Karl
Recorded: April 7, 2020
Developing a personal brand lets you focus your marketing on the clients who want what you have and frees you from working to find those who aren't a good match for your business. It's a classic "work smarter, not harder" technique!
This webinar will help you understand the components of personal brands and show you how to develop one that will showcase your services and appeal to your ideal client. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Understanding Remote Simultaneous Interpreting
Presenter: Liz Essary
Recorded: March 18, 2020
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Educational Interpreting—An Emerging Specialization
Presenter: Katharine Allen
Recorded: February 27, 2020
Interpreters have been working in schools for years with little acknowledgment of the complex skills needed to do the job. Now the field of educational interpreting is finally gaining recognition as a specialty—and a career worth considering! Learn how to find work as an educational interpreter, what skills interpreters working in this new specialty should have, and why our profession needs to step up, make space, and provide concrete resources for educational interpreters. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Inbound Marketing for Freelance Translators
Presenter: Tess Whitty
Recorded: February 13, 2020
Is inbound marketing part of your online strategy to reach direct clients? It should be! The technique is more than just the latest flashy trend. Traditional marketing is becoming less effective—buyers are overwhelmed by canned messaging and confused by the number of options from which to choose. A new and better way of getting clients is needed. And this is it. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Editing Non-Native English Scientific Writing
Presenter: Karen Tkaczyk
Recorded: January 30, 2020
How do you produce scientific texts that read as if they have been written by a native English speaker? Attend this webinar to learn the techniques that will make you a valued collaborator and go-to editor for scientific publications. More than theory! "Before" and "after" examples offer attendees a solid learning experience. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Opening the ATA Certification Exam to Non-Members
Presenters: Corinne McKay, Ted Wozniak
Recorded: October 1, 2019
The ATA Certification exam is scheduled to open to non-members on January 1, 2021. Why did ATA's Board of Directors decide to open the exam to non-members? How will the decoupling process work? In this 70-minute webinar, ATA President Corinne McKay and President-Elect Ted Wozniak reviewed the decision to open the exam to non-members and discussed the procedures that will be in place in 2021. The webinar includes a 20-minute question-and-answer session.
Linguistic Challenges in Palliative Care
Presenter: Jessica Goldhirsch
Recorded: May 21, 2019
Palliative care is often mistaken for hospice care. Add cultural and linguistic differences to that misunderstanding, and you have a very challenging situation for healthcare translators and interpreters. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member Non-Member $60
Managing the Stages of Your Small Business
Presenter: Dorothee Racette
Recorded: May 9, 2019
Where will your business be in three years? five years? 10 years?
Although small businesses vary in size, sales, and services, they all go through similar problems at predictable stages in their development. Understanding the challenges and demands of each stage gives owners the advantage of planning long-term strategies for financial success. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
The Creative World of Transcreation and Copywriting
Presenter: Kate Deimling
Recorded: March 26, 2019
Transcreation remains a field where a talented translator's human, creative touch is highly valued. If you've got the skills and a flair for marketing, then this specialty might be for you. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Moments of Change, Opportunities for Growth
Presenter: Renato Beninatto
Recorded: February 26, 2019
Will artificial intelligence kill the language industry? Presenter Renato Beninatto challenges translators and interpreters to tackle the future head-on and find new opportunities in the profession they love. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Building Entrepreneurial Skills for Interpreters and Translators
Presenter: Rosanna Balistreri
Recorded: October 10, 2018
The key goal of most new entrepreneurs—especially freelancers—is to minimize risks and maximize rewards. So, how does this work for translators and interpreters? Presenter Rosanna Balistreri says you need to begin with the basics. Stream this on-demand webinar to learn how. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Find and Keep Your Best Clients Using the 80/20 Principle
Presenter: Tess Whitty
Recorded: October 2, 2018
Freelancers are constantly being advised to market their services. But how? and where? Let translation marketing guru Tess Whitty tell you about the six basic strategies that can help you make sense of all your options and free you up to make the money you want to make. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Agencies vs. Freelancers? A Market Analysis
Presenter: John Milan, Mike Collins
Recorded: May 24, 2018
The last three decades have seen significant changes in how translators, interpreters, and agencies work. Have these developments in our industry created an "us vs. them" mentality? Let's take a look at what's happening now in order to prepare for the future. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Setting Up a Termbase: What Does It Take?
Presenter: Barbara Inge Karsch
Recorded: May 3, 2018
Setting up a termbase is a big investment in time, but the result is a huge payoff down the road. Before taking the project on, however, you'll want to know everything you can about terminology management systems (TMS). This webinar is the place to begin. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Volunteering: Making Your Investment of Time Worthwhile
Presenter: Jamie Hartz
Recorded: April 18, 2018
It's a "What's in it for me" world, so why do people volunteer? And more importantly, where do they find the time? Check out this free webinar to learn how to select and manage volunteer activities. You'll also find out how choosing the right volunteer opportunity can be a good thing for your career.
On Demand: Free! Click to watch!
Mac for Translators—What Are My Chances
Presenter: Ana Iaria
Recorded: March 28
Given that the vast majority of CAT tools are aimed at Windows users, many Mac users—or people who want to use Macs—feel left behind without resources. But there are workarounds and, indeed, CAT tools for Macs. Presenter Ana Iaria can tell you all about it. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
German Orthography for Language Pros
Presenter: Dagmar Jenner
Recorded: March 22, 2018
Even seasoned translators and interpreters occasionally struggle with the finer points of German orthography reforms. Take this time to brush up on those tricky areas and learn strategies for avoiding common mistakes. Plus a high energy speaker to make a dry subject anything but boring! Presented in German. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Divide and Conquer
Contract Clauses Assorted, Explained, and Simplified
Presenter: Paula Arturo
Recorded: February 5, 2018
"Fidelity to source" and "transparency" are key in translating contracts. The question is how to have both without an awkward-sounding, literal word-for-word translation. Lawyer-linguist Paula Arturo has the answer! [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
The Ins and Outs of Game Localization
Presenter: Paula Ianelli
Recorded: November 15, 2017
Translating video games sounds like fun, and it is! But any game localization expert will tell you it's also one of the most challenging jobs in the industry. Find out what's expected of translators working in this specialty and what skills you would need to develop to break into this field. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
A Hands-On Look at Déjà Vu X3 from Atril
Presenter: Steven Marzuola
Recorded: October 12, 2017
This presentation will walk through a translation using DVX3, from creating a project, assigning translation resources (TM, termbase, MT), the translation process, alternative views, quality assurance steps, and final review. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
A Quick Introduction to Trados Studio 2017
Presenter: Tuomas Kostiainen
Recorded: October 3, 2017
This presentation demonstrates the basic features and the translation process of Trados Studio 2017. The webinar is intended for translators who have never used—or rarely used—Trados Studio. Translators who are interested in a quick overview of the software and its use will also benefit from attending. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
memoQ: Getting Started
Presenter: Joseph Wojowski
Recorded: September 26, 2017
Trainer Joseph Wojowski explains memoQ's process for setting up a project, running an analysis of translatable documents, running an alignment, establishing a corpus in LiveDocs, and delivering a finished product. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Get to Know Your Glands: A Closer Look at the Endocrine System
Presenter: Tracy Young
Recorded: September 12, 2017
Medical translators and interpreters will want to attend this webinar to learn more about the endocrine system and its related hormones, diseases, and disorders. Presenter Tracy Young also shares visual concepts and memory techniques to strengthen skills in this specialty. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
More Tools and Toys for 'Terps
Presenter: Cristina Silva
Recorded: June 9, 2017
As an interpreter, your performance skills are critical to getting your next job. Learn how you can strengthen those skills using inexpensive apps available in the iTunes store. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Why Can't I Raise My Rates?
Presenter: John Milan
Recorded: May 25, 2017
Freelancers often set their rates based on costs and competition. What they fail to consider is how their services fit into the economy. Find out why market forces affect what translators and interpreters can charge and how to use this information when setting rates. [more]
In compliance with U.S. antitrust law, no specific rate recommendations are made during the webinar.
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Transcreation: Translation With A Twist
Presenter: Percy Balemans
Recorded: May 4, 2017
Advertising campaigns gone wrong? Slogans laughable—or worse? It all comes down to transcreation. And this webinar is ready to show you how it should be done. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Translation Contracts: Beyond the Basics
Presenter: Paula Arturo
Recorded: April 4, 2017
You've got the contract, but should you sign it? Let lawyer-linguist Paula Arturo walk you through the standard—and not so standard—contract clauses. You'll also take a look at some of the most common "problem clauses" in translation contracts. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Creating and Optimizing a Website for Your Freelance Business
Presenter: Tess Whitty
Recorded: March 21, 2017
When it comes to attracting serious clients online, it's hard to beat a well-designed website with search engine optimization. In the past, this often meant paying a lot of money to a professional web designer. Not any longer! [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Translating for the Courts … and everything on the way
Presenter: Martin Cross
Recorded: March 9, 2017
Observe like a detective, be faithful like a court interpreter, and decide like a judge. These are the three basic skills every translator needs to work in U.S. courts. Why? [more]
Related: Translating Patents for Evidence and PCT Filing, Smoking Guns: Looking for Evidence and Overcoming Hurdles in Legal Document Review and Translation
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Entering the Changing Interpreting Market
Presenter: Katharine Allen
Recorded: February 28, 2017
How do you match your talent to the new technology and opportunities that come with a rapidly changing marketplace? You can't afford to miss Katharine Allen's take on current hiring and recruiting trends in today's interpreting market! [more]
Related: Spreading Your Wings: Transitioning from Classroom to Career, Careers in Translation and Interpreting
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now!
Specialization: why and how, and what's the big deal?
Presenter: Karen Tkaczyk
Recorded: February 9, 2017
Translators and interpreters are often told they should specialize. But why? Examine the concrete benefits of specializing, get an inside look at a specialized translation practice, and then learn how to develop your own plan for becoming an expert in your field. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Spreading Your Wings: Transitioning from Classroom to Career
Presenter: Jamie Hartz
Recorded: February 7, 2017
Do I need a website? How do I find clients? What is the value of my degree? Can I really make it as a freelancer? What services should I offer? Get answers to these questions and more from presenter Jamie Hartz who recently made her own transition from student to full-time translation freelancer. [more]
Related: Entering the Changing Interpreting Market, Careers in Translation and Interpreting
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now!
A Step-by-Step Manual: How to Give a School Outreach
Presentation and Tips for Capturing a Winning Photo
Presenter: Molly Yurick
Recorded: January 19, 2017
School by school, class by class, ATA members have shared their careers in ways that captured the imagination of students everywhere—from elementary schools to middle schools, colleges, and universities. Learn how you can be part of this movement to tell the real-world stories of translators and interpreters. [more]
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now!
Killer Networking Skills for Language Industry Professionals
Presenter: Eve Bodeux
Recorded: October 4, 2016
What’s your networking style? Frozen at the door? Hovering on the edges of conversations? Standing in the corner waiting to be found? Find out how to develop skills that will let you make the most of every networking opportunity in a style that’s all your own! [more]
Related: Putting Face-to-Face Networking to Work for Your Business
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
A Guide to ATA Certification
Presenters: Michèle Hansen, Holly Mikkelson
Recorded: September 29, 2016
Take the mystery and myth out of the ATA Certification Exam! Presenters Michele Hansen and Holly Mikkelson give you a down and dirty look at the exam—everything from how passages are selected to what the graders are looking for to why exams are graded the way they are. [more]
Related: Preparing to Take the ATA Certification Exam
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Negotiating Translation Agreements
Presenter: Paula Arturo
Recorded: September 8, 2016
Negotiation is not a winner-take-all game—or at least it doesn't have to be! Learn how to effectively negotiate your translation business agreements with real-world strategies and techniques. [more]
Related: Ensuring Payment Before, During, and After the Project; The Basics of Intellectual Property Law
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Getting Personal about Pricing
Presenter: Jonathan Hine
Recorded: August 23, 2016
Calculating what to charge for services is not as difficult as figuring out your expenses. This presentation is a focused look at the freelancer's personal challenges in overcoming "budget block." [more]
Related: The Price is Right—Pricing Strategies for Your Translation Services; Pricing Strategies for Translators and Interpreters, Financial Planning for Translators, Interpreters, and Owners
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Terminology Management—Why Would I Do That?
Presenter: Barbara Inge Karsch
Recorded: June 8, 2016
Is there more to your job than the daily chase for the best translation? Consider the long-term view instead: taking time to systematically document your research today to improve the quality and speed of your translation tomorrow. [more]
Related: Documenting Terms Once and For All
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Copyediting for Translators—Making Serious Writing Sing
Presenter: Carolyn Yohn
Recorded: May 18, 2016
Good content, smart author, sloppy writing. How much clean-up can a translator do without straying too far from the source? What elements of style and grammar does the translator need to keep when working with "dirty text"? [more]
Related: Proofreading Your Work Efficiently and Effectively; Revisers: Invisible But Important
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
The Price is Right—Pricing Strategies for Your Translation Services
Presenter: Tess Whitty
Recorded: April 28, 2016
How do you set and get a fair price for your translation services? Learn the most effective strategies for calculating your target rate, setting minimum fees, and establishing compensation for additional services. [more]
Related: Getting Personal About Pricing; Analyzing You Business with U.S. CalPro
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
The Basics of Intellectual Property Law for Translators
Presenter: Paula Arturo
Recorded: October 15, 2015
What do translators need to know about intellectual property law? Translator and lawyer Paula Arturo examines the basics and how they apply to copyright, royalties, contracts, and compensation. [more]
Related: Negotiating Translation Agreements
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Translating Patents for Evidence and PCT Filing
Presenter: Martin Cross
Recorded: October 1, 2015
There is a methodology to the madness! Understanding the complex rules of translating patents for international and national court proceedings and knowing how to meet the requirements for literal translation are crucial elements of a patent translator's work. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Effective Marketing to Translation Companies
Presenters: Steve Lank, Corinne McKay
Recorded: September 3, 2015
Finding and working with direct clients is not for everyone. But tracking down translation company clients has its own challenges. Where do you start if you have no experience? How does an experienced translator stand out from the rest? [more]
Related: Working with Direct Clients
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Proofreading Your Work Efficiently and Effectively
Presenter: Carolyn Yohn
Recorded: June 16, 2015
Drafting the perfect translation-and proving you are worth the money-can get messy. Learn how to put that final shine on your work to set yourself apart as quality-oriented, no matter what your drafting process looks like behind the scenes. [more]
Related: Copyediting for Translators: Making Serious Writing Sing; Revisers: Invisible But Important
On Demand: ATA Member $45 Non-Member $60
Translating for the International Development Sector
Presenter: Corinne McKay
Recorded: October 14, 2014
International development-translating for government agencies, development contractors, NGOs, and private foundations that work in developing countries—may be the biggest specialization you've never considered pursuing. [more]
Related: International Payment Options for Translators and Interpreters
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Problems, Solutions and Precipitates
Translating for the Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Cosmetic Industries
Presenter: Karen Tkaczyk
Recorded: September 9, 2014
Quality assurance systems and regulatory requirements often drive translation needs in the chemical industry. Presenter Karen Tkaczyk uses examples of the types of documents in this field to explain areas that frequently cause translation problems. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
The Business of Translation with U.S. CalPro
Analyzing Costs, Working Hours, Income,
Productivity and Rates
Presenter: Andrew Steel
Recorded: May 20, 2014
Stop living in the world of "I thought I would make it" income. Give your business a top-to-bottom analysis using U.S. CalPro to learn the number of hours you need to work to earn the income you want to make. Free download [more]
Related: The Price is Right—Pricing Strategies for Translators and Interpreters; Getting Personal About Pricing, Financial Planning for Translators, Interpreters, and Owners
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now.
ATA School Outreach
A fun and rewarding way to raise awareness of our professions
Presenter: Tess Whitty
Recorded: April 24, 2014
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now.
Ouch! That Translation Hurts!
Challenges English-into-Arabic Medical Translators Face Daily
Presenter: Lina Zibdeh
Recorded: April 9 , 2014
Medical translation is tough enough, but for English-into-Arabic translators there is often an added challenge of cultural equivalency. How can translators tackle these differences and convey the correct meaning in a clear, accurate, and simple Arabic? [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Time Management for Freelancers: How to Get Things Done!
Presenters: David Rumsey, Corinne McKay
Recorded: March 20 , 2014
Don't let poor time management trap you into working harder and earning less. Learn to develop systems for scheduling and prioritizing your work, including how to get a handle on your email inbox and when to turn off your smartphone. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
New International Payment Options for Translators and Agencies
Presenter: Eve Lindemuth Bodeux
Recorded: February 19, 2014
Do you like to work with international clients and vendors but find that the bank fees are killing you? There are options to getting paid, even some that may help you avoid fees altogether! [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Technical Writing for 'into English' Translators
Presenter: Karen McMillan Tkaczyk
Recorded: January 28, 2014
Subject-matter expertise and terminology research methods are considered the top two skills needed by technical translators. Often overlooked, the ability to write well technically is a third skill that can be developed and used to improve translation quality quickly. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
How to Write a Winning ATA Conference Proposal
Presenter: Corinne McKay
Recorded: January 22, 2014
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now
Talking the Talk: Tips for Giving a Conference Presentation That Rocks
Presenter: Jill Sommer
Recorded: September 13, 2013
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now
An Introduction to Note-taking for Interpreters
Presenter: Kirsty Heimerl-Moggan
Recorded: December 2, 2013
Memorizing information is an essential part of a consecutive interpreter's work. However, relying solely on memory can be difficult—and even impossible—in certain situations. Developing your own personal note-taking system is crucial to doing the job right. [more]
Related: The World of Conference Interpreting
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Translating Contracts to and from French
Presenter: Thomas L. West, III
Recorded: September 18, 2013
Most translators are called upon to translate a contract at some point in their careers. What appears at first glance to be an easy task can turn out to be more complicated than it looks. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Translating for the Pharmaceutical Industry
Resources and Translation Strategies for New Translators
Presenter: Carmen Cross
Recorded: August 15, 2013
Translating medical documentation relating to clinical trials requires a good understanding of the process, including international standards, regulatory bodies, the drug trial pipeline, and types of clinical trial documents. [more]
Related: A Translator's Guide to the Drug Discovery Industry; The Medical Translator's Guide to Navigating Clinical Trials and Investigational Documentation
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
The Use of Customized Corpora to Improve Translation Accuracy
Presenter: Ana Julia Perrotti Garcia
Recorded: July 25, 2013
Why develop your own customized corpora when there are so many available online for free? Because you get more precise and coherent solutions for vocabulary, expressions, and phrases without sacrificing speed. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Smoking Guns
Looking for Evidence and Overcoming Hurdles in Legal Document Translation
Presenter: Gail Tanaka Burns
Recorded: June 18, 2013
Working as a translator in the field of intellectual property is both daunting and rewarding. Find out more about this career and learn how to develop your linguistic detective skills. [more]
Related: "Smoking Guns": Looking for Evidence and Overcoming Hurdles in Legal Document Review and Translation
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Customizing Texts in Russian to English Translation
Presenter: Michele A. Berdy
Recorded: May 29, 2013
Can't get a Russian-into-English translation to "sound right"? You might be dealing with the conventions of a genre—the kind and amount of information, tone, and textual organization considered normal for a particular kind of document. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
CAT Tools: Friend or Foe—The Business Aspects of Owning a CAT Tool
Presenters: Lucy Brooks, Janine Roberts
Recorded: March 20, 2013
A CAT tool may seem like a logical purchase for your business, but will the return on the investment really be worth the expense? Learn how to analyze the costs and benefits of using a computer assisted translation tool in the current market. [more]
Related: The Zen of Translation Environment Tools (TEnTs); Working with PDF Files—Part 1: Using Adobe Reader/Acrobat; Working with PDF Files—Part 2: Converting and Translating PDF Files
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Translating Financial Statements from Around the Spanish-Speaking World into English
Presenter: Marian S. Greenfield
Recorded: February 20, 2013
Watch this webinar to learn the strategies for translating financial statements and auditors' opinions. The presenter also discusses key terms found in financial statements in several Spanish-speaking countries. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
The ATA Mentoring Program
Presenters: Susanne van Eyl, Eric Chiang, Paula Gordon
Recorded: January 22, 2013
Mentoring is easy—except when it's not! Find out how the ATA Mentoring Program smoothes the way for mentors and mentees to build successful relationships. [more]
On Demand: Free! Click to view now.
Financial Planning for Translators, Interpreters, and Owners
Presenter: Ted Wozniak
Recorded: November 15, 2012
It's never too early or too late to start planning your financial future. Consider the possibilities in this general overview of short- and long-term strategies. [more]
Related: Getting Personal About Pricing
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Putting Face-to-Face Networking to Work for Your Business
Presenter: Sara Freitas
Recorded: October 4, 2012
Are you looking for ways to expand your translation business? The savvy networking advice in this webinar will help you turn your contacts into your own personal sales force and get those word-of-mouth recommendations coming in. [more]
Related: Working with Direct Clients; Killer Networking Skills for Language Industry Professionals
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Working with Direct Clients
Presenters: Chris Durban, Corinne McKay
Recorded: September 20, 2012
You've decided this is the year you're going to try the direct-client market. You know it will require more marketing and client relations efforts to win and retain business. So before you make the move, take time to plan your strategy! [more]
Related: Putting Face-to-Face Networking to Work for Your Business; Effective Marketing to Translation Companies
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Tips for Navigating Your First ATA Annual Conference
Presenter: Jill R. Sommer
Recorded: September 11, 2012
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now
Documenting Terms, Once and For All
Presenter: Barbara Inge Karsch
Recorded: August 14, 2012
Join presenter Barbara Inge Karsch in breaking down technicalities and examining the best ways to document terms and names so that you can retrieve the information for your next job, no matter what terminology tool you use. [more]
Related: Documenting Terms, Once and For All
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Translating Civil Procedure from Spanish into English (Part 2)
Presenter: Thomas L. West, III
Recorded: July 31, 2012
In Part 2 of this two-part presentation, attorney Tom West continues his examination and comparison of terminology used in Mexican civil lawsuits, including evidence (pruebas), types of judgments (sentencias), and appeals (recursos). Click here to watch Part 1. [more]
Related: Translating Civil Procedure from Spanish into English (Part 1)
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
What‘s in Your Kit? The Medical Translator‘s Guide
to Navigating Clinical Trials and Investigational Documentation
Presenter: Erin M. Lyons
Recorded: July 19, 2012
Navigating the lingo when translating clinical trial documentation can be confusing. Looking beyond the task and understanding translation as part of the clinical trial process is crucial for those working in this field. [more]
Related: Translating for the Pharmaceutical Industry; A Translator’s Guide to the Drug Discovery Industry
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Machine Translation for Translators
Presenter: Rubén de la Fuente
Recorded: June 20, 2012
The trick in using machine translation to improve productivity is in knowing how to integrate it into your workflow. Evaluate best practices and efficiency techniques to discover ways you can make it work for you. [more]
Related: Is Machine Translation Ever the Right Tool for the Job?
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Translating Civil Procedure from Spanish to English (Part 1)
Presenter: Thomas L. West, III
Recorded: May 24, 2012
In Part 1 of this two-part presentation, attorney and translator Tom West examines the terminology of a civil lawsuit in Mexico and compares it with the terms used in the U.S. and other Spanish-speaking countries. Click here to watch Part 2.
Related: Translating Civil Procedure from Spanish into English (Part 2)
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
The World of Conference Interpreting
Presenter: Kirsty Heimerl-Moggan
Recorded: April 17 , 2012
Are you thinking about becoming a conference interpreter, but would like to know a little bit more about it first? Or are you considering getting back in the field after being away for a while? Then, this webinar is for you!
Related: An Introduction to Note-taking for Interpreters
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Searching Primary Sources for Patent Terminology
Presenter: Bruce D. Popp
Recorded: March 22, 2012
Only new inventions can be patented, and that often leaves patent translators looking for terminology that is not yet in common use. How do you find the right words? How do you know they're the right words when you find them?
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Com a mão na massa: Recursos online para pesquisa e tradução inglês-português
Presenter: Isa Mara Lando
Recorded: March 7, 2012
Google Translate is not all bad! Learn how to use the program and other Google tools for high quality, consistent translation while saving time on repetitive work. (Presented in Portuguese) [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Pricing Strategies for Translators and Interpreters
Presenter: Judy Jenner
Recorded: February 29, 2012
To be successful in this profession, it's essential to figure out how to price your services. It's not about the price someone tells you to charge, but about what you want to make and how to get there. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
How to Make Translators Rave About Your Company
Presenter: Karen M. Tkaczyk
Recorded: February 7, 2012
There are common sense business practices that improve the working relationship between a freelance translator and an agency. And the success of every project depends on that relationship! [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Freelancing as a Remote and Distant Interpreter: Over-the-Phone and Webcast Interpreting
Presenter: Cristina Silva
Recorded: January 25, 2012
Do you have what it takes to go "live" for over-the-phone interpreting assignments and webcasts? Let an experienced pro fill you in on the skills and training you need to perform remotely. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
How to Blog for 1 Million Visitors: Advanced Blogging Techniques for Language Professionals
Presenter: Fabio M. Said
Recorded: January 18, 2012
Blogging holds the potential to market your services, network with colleagues, and establish a successful online reputation. But to do it right, you need to become a "power blogger." [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Careers in Translation and Interpreting
Presenters: Geoff Koby, John Shaklee
Recorded: November 16, 2011
The increasing diversity of the U.S. population, the growth in international trade, and even the booming Internet have created a strong demand for professional translators and interpreters. There has never been a better time to explore your options as a translator or interpreter. [more]
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now.
Healthcare Interpreter Certification: Just the Facts
Presenters: Esther Diaz, Mara Youdelman, Elena Langdon Fortier
Recorded: October 13, 2011
National certification for healthcare interpreters is now an established and respected credential. What are the benefits of becoming certified? Are you eligible to take the exam? What can you do to prepare?
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Working with PDF Files–Part 2: Tools, Tips and Techniques for Converting and Translating PDF Files
Presenter: Tuomas S. Kostiainen
Recorded: September 22, 2011
Attend this webinar to learn how to convert text- and graphics-based PDF files to editable formats, such as Word and Excel. Presentation includes a demonstration on creating translation memories from PDF files using LogiTerm AlignFactory. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Tips for Navigating Your First ATA Conference
Presenter: Jill R. Sommer
Recorded: September 13, 2011
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now.
Shhh...Don't Say That! Ethical Dilemmas for Interpreters in Health Care
Presenter: Elena Langdon Fortier
Recorded: August 31, 2011
Medical interpreter training often focuses on terminology and medical knowledge. Yet there is so much more to a cross-cultural patient encounter. Examine the ethical dilemmas in these real-world case studies seen in both hospital and out-patient settings. [more]
Related: Healthcare Interpreter Certification: Just the Facts
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now
Working with PDF Files–Part 1: Using Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Presenter: Tuomas S. Kostiainen
Recorded: August 25, 2011
Don't be stuck with all those yellow sticky notes—learn to use and manage PDF files efficiently! This webinar covers editing, commenting, searching, filling out electronic forms, and managing electronic signatures. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Preparing to Take the ATA Certification Exam
Presenter: Celia Bohannon, CT (German>English)
Recorded: July 14, 2011
You've decided to take the ATA Certification Exam. What can you do to prepare? Presenter Celia Bohannon, long-time ATA Certification Exam grader, outlines how to use the practice test results, how to train for the exam, and what the exam results mean. [more]
Related: A Guide to ATA Certification
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now.
Ensuring Payment—Before, During, and After the Project
Presenter: Ted R. Wozniak
Recorded: June 14, 2011
The Internet and the rise of translator "auction" portals, while increasing the translator's exposure to the global market, have also made it easier for freelancers to be "stuck with the bill." What steps can you take to minimize your risk of not getting paid? [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Revisers: Invisible But Important
Presenter: Jonathan Hine
Recorded: June 8, 2011
Professional translators must know how to revise, to both clean up our work before delivery and provide this service for others. Learn more about the revision skills you need and pricing strategies for this value-added service. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Is Machine Translation Ever the Right Tool for the Job?
Presenter: Laurie Gerber
Recorded: May 17, 2011
Machine translation is not an easy technology to love, but it is possible to like on occasion. And no matter what, translators need to be able to discuss the issue when clients bring it up. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
A Translator’s Guide to the Drug Discovery Industry
Presenter: Edward Zanders
Recorded: April 27, 2011
The discovery and development of new drugs is a highly technical process with its own jargon. Even experienced translators can have difficulty with its correct usage. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Accentuate the Positive: Making Your Résumé Sing
Presenter: Jorge U. Ungo
Recorded: February 17, 2011
When it comes to résumés, how much information is too much and how much is not enough? The answer is in knowing how to emphasize your strengths while grabbing the reader's attention. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
The Zen of Translation Environment Tools (TEnTs)
Presenter: Jost Zetzsche
Recorded: January 16, 2011
Computer-assisted translation tools offer a work environment that can increase a translator's productivity and improve his or her quality assurance. Which are helpful, which are essential, and which still need to be developed? [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Tax Tips for Translators
Presenter: John Matthews
Recorded: December 6, 2010
Mary Q. is a fictitious self-employed translator facing many of the issues encountered in a freelance translation business. Examine Mary's business, from management, income, and revenue. Then, take a look at her possible tax return. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Getting Started as a Freelance Translator
Presenter: Corinne McKay, CT
Recorded: November 9, 2010
Many beginning translators have strong language skills but struggle with the practical aspects of running a freelance business. If this is you, stop now and learn everything you can about business management, beginning this webinar by one of the most well known experts in the field. [more]
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
How to Get the Most Out of Your ATA Membership
Presenters: Naomi Sutcliffe de Moraes, Mary David
Recorded: October 5, 2010
On Demand: Free! Click to watch now
The Entrepreneurial Linguist: Lessons from Business School
Presenter: Judy Jenner
Recorded: September 23, 2010
On Demand: ATA Member $35 Non-Member $50
Unless otherwise stated, all webinars are 60 minutes in length and will be available for purchase on demand 48 hours after the live event.