Translator

Literary translations or technical, subtitling or interpreting, without translators, life would be much more confusing – whether left standing in front of your new washing machine and its incomprehensible instructions, or trying and failing to understand the latest Oscar-winning foreign film.

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Fun fact

For a few years now, Amber Galloway Gallego has been gaining quite the following. This talented sign language interpreter specialises in interpreting concerts and has worked with the likes of Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Lady Gaga, Madonna and more. In 2017, she interpreted a Twista concert, who’s known as the fastest rapper in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records (280 words per minute, since you asked). And she doesn’t just interpret the lyrics, but also the musical riffs! In short, her work to ensure everyone can enjoy concerts and have a good time is impressive.

Skills

Hard skills

  • Interpreting modes
  • Linguistics
  • Employ translation techniques
  • Use computer-aided translation
  • Spelling
  • Use office systems
  • Operate audio equipment
  • Grammar

Soft skills

  • Identification of Consequences
  • Social perception
  • Self-management

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