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JamesGibbs
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2 Posts

Posted - 01/01/2009 : 08:21:12

Hi all,

I'm just getting started out as a freelance translator and now have a couple of translations under my belt. My question to seasoned veterans is: how does one develop a 'portfolio' or such of translations - just as an artist keeps their best work in a collection. Is it standard practice to have a list of such as an addendum to a resume?

Thanks for any insights.

Veronica87
Starting Member

5 Posts

Posted - 01/01/2009 : 10:31:05

This is a great question because I too am a novice translator. I have written and read extensively in Spanish and will do missionary work in Latin America this year. However, I do not know how to market myself to agencies here. So, I'd appreciate a response to this thread.

Stefan
Moderator

240 Posts

Posted - 01/02/2009 : 01:18:27

Hallo, yes usually translators do this. But please pay attention to the privacy of your clients. You should ask them prior to showing your "best work" around.

Stanislav_Pokorny
New Member

71 Posts

Posted - 03/03/2009 : 20:05:19

I usually provide a list of the companies (agencies and direct clients) I have ever worked for and add a few details on my most important projects (such as large localisations etc.).

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