Linguistic ability is no longer the only thing clients look for in their translators and interpreters. With advances in technology, ease of communication and greater transparency as to what projects involve, expectations have evolved.
Excellent interpersonal skills, business acumen, a strong online presence and a flexible and committed work ethic are all essential to maintain an edge in a competitive market. Translation and interpreting studies are keeping up, and graduates now enter the profession in the UK ready to embrace new challenges posed by client requirements, having learnt practical industry skills and taken commercial awareness modules.
As such, ongoing professional development is the key to a successful career. And it is therefore vital that the ITI future-proofs the industry by supporting both its newest entrants and those who are keen to thrive, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the ITI community and the wider translation and interpreting industry.
Join Hannah, Dean, Fiona and Cecilia in an open discussion on what they do to keep up to speed with a changing industry, how they remain relevant in their fields and keep their fingers on the pulse as client demands change, and how the ITI can continue to support them to do just that.
Please note: this session will welcome questions from attendees throughout – should you have a question for the panel to consider, please feel free to submit it in advance to Hannah at h.stacey@surreytranslation.co.uk. The panel will do their best to incorporate the answer into the session.
Speakers
Hannah Stacey MITI
Dean Evans MITI
Fiona Gray MITI
