Ignition Spring 2021

IgnITIon is the online magazine for students and those at an early stage in their translation or interpreting career.

Most of our contributors are new to the profession and are discussing their approach to their career and studies, what has helped them and how they have dealt with particular challenges.

Topics in this issue include: 

• The experience of being mentored
• Strategies for starting out as a freelance translator
• Turning your smartphone into your assistant
• Experiences of studying for an MA
• Starting out as an interpreter
• Interviews with the two 'Best in class' students from the most recent SUFT programme