subject: Steps You Can Take To Start Your Career As A Translator [print this page] If are bilingual you have a valuable skill that could lead you to a new career. Many different organizations employ translators and some offer work that you can do from home.
Following are some easy ways to improve your odds at finding work as a translator.
If you haven't reviewed your resume in a while now's the time to do so. A well constructed resume will attract the right kind of attention and help you get work. Remember, it will be the first sample a potential client will see of your writing.
Always proofread any of your work meticulously, particularly your resume. Mistakes will be seen as a sign of carelessness and instantly undermine your credibility. It's worth it to take the extra time to review it for typos and awkward language usage.
Ask a friend or two to look over your resume. Sometimes when we become too familiar with copy we've been working on, we unintentionally gloss over the missed words or misspellings. Highlight a few of your special skills or accomplishments to make your resume pop.
It's a good idea to write your resume in the languages you are fluent in and have copies on hand for prospective employers. It will show your abilities as a translator.
You may also be interested offering some free translation work to gain some recognition among those who may need a full time translator. By doing some free work for non profits, you will build a portfolio and valuable references. You may even receive job referrals.
Be sure to register as a translator with several freelance translation web sites. This will increase your chances of finding freelance work from various clients. These freelance sites often offer work for translators of experience levels.
