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How do I get started in the freelance translation market?
Thread poster: Ben Zartman
Ben Zartman
Ben Zartman
English to Spanish
Feb 20, 2004

Hi all, I have been trying with no success to get into the Freelance translation market. I can't get anyone to even respond to my letters, much less to show any interest. Any pointers out there?
 
Mats Wiman
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Sweden
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German to Swedish
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A few humble suggestiopns Feb 21, 2004

1. Improve your profile page at ProZ.com. Tell'em more about your background and specialties. It does not give the impression that yo're really 'into it'.
2. Upload your photo = Give yourself identity.
3. Create a homepage of your own with a link on your profile page.
4. Start getting KudoZ points to show your expertise. (Intelligent outsourcers look for KudoZ points).
5. Browse ProZ.com's Forums, especially the Spanish one to pick up tips and advice.
6. Ask private... See more
1. Improve your profile page at ProZ.com. Tell'em more about your background and specialties. It does not give the impression that yo're really 'into it'.
2. Upload your photo = Give yourself identity.
3. Create a homepage of your own with a link on your profile page.
4. Start getting KudoZ points to show your expertise. (Intelligent outsourcers look for KudoZ points).
5. Browse ProZ.com's Forums, especially the Spanish one to pick up tips and advice.
6. Ask privately a few of the 'Spaniards' at ProZ.com for specifics in the eng>esl market.

Good luck!

Mats J C Wiman
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Rahi Moosavi
Rahi Moosavi  Identity Verified
Canada
Local time: 11:38
Member (2004)
English to Persian (Farsi)
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Translation market Feb 21, 2004

I've been working as a freelance translator for more than 14 years locally in Iran. Just three months ago, I decided to expand my activities and look into the international market. Although my language combination is not that rich in jobs and assignments ( FarsiEnglish ) but I made a special website and now, I am having regular jobs with many clients all over the world.

As I see, Kudoz points is important too and clients look into it. I've learned so much from Proz forums during thi... See more
I've been working as a freelance translator for more than 14 years locally in Iran. Just three months ago, I decided to expand my activities and look into the international market. Although my language combination is not that rich in jobs and assignments ( FarsiEnglish ) but I made a special website and now, I am having regular jobs with many clients all over the world.

As I see, Kudoz points is important too and clients look into it. I've learned so much from Proz forums during this short period and I'm very glad that I registered with this website.

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Margaret Schroeder
Margaret Schroeder  Identity Verified
Mexico
Local time: 09:38
Spanish to English
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