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Translators convert the written word from the 'source language' into the 'target language', making sure that the meaning is the same.
You could work: evenings / weekends; attending events or appointments
In your day-to-day duties you could:
You could work in an office, from home or at a client's business.
You can get into this job through:
You'll usually need a degree or postgraduate qualification in translation.
Relevant degrees include:
You could also do a postgraduate course like an master's in translation or translation studies.
You'll usually need:
You can take a diploma in translation through the Chartered Institute of Linguists, which is a postgraduate level qualification.
The Institute of Translation and Interpreting also has details of organisations offering training in translation.
You'll need to:
Language translation skills in demand include:French; German; English; Russian; Chinese; Arabic; Spanish
You'll find more details about becoming a translator from the Institute of Translation and Interpreting.
Most translators work freelance or through translation agencies. With experience you could start your own translation agency, or move into teaching.
You could specialise in a particular subject area like law, medicine or finance.
You'll find more details about becoming a translator from the Institute of Translation and Interpreting.