Tag: careers
How AI Will Restructure the Language Industry
The author posits that the shift towards large language models will pave the way for a new generation of language professionals who are architects and supervisors of AI-driven systems — restoring the centrality of linguists in localization workflows.
Version 2.0: How Localization Professionals Are Reinventing Themselves
As AI and changing priorities reshape the localization industry, language professionals are finding themselves at a crossroads. Some are upskilling to stay relevant, others are reskilling into new roles, and still others are drawing on transferrable skills to remake themselves entirely. This article features seven people who reimagined their careers and proved that adaptability is the industry’s most enduring skill.
Five Organizations Paving the Way for New Language Industry Professionals
When breaking into any industry, getting help from seasoned professionals can be invaluable. Trade associations offer students and rising professionals opportunities for mentoring, networking, and resume-building.
10 Lesser-Known Jobs in the Language Industry
This article highlights ten career paths that you may not have heard about, but that offer exciting opportunities to combine language skills with other in-demand skill sets, such as HR or IT.
“AI Hasn’t Replaced Me:” One Translator’s Perspective on the Profession’s Future
The author explains how he has adapted to improvements in machine translation and why he believes it has made him better at what he does.
How Language Industry Jobs Are “Shifting Left”
Traditional localization roles are morphing to meet the demands of an AI-powered, omnichannel world. In this article, the authors argue that successful localization professionals will find ways to meld their linguistic and cultural expertise with technical literacy to maximize the power of AI.
LangTalent 2024
Hosted by MultiLingual Media, LangTalent 2024 united experts and aspiring professionals in a unique, two-day virtual event dedicated to exploring careers, skills, and the future of work in the language industry.
From Typewriters to AI: Can Translators Thrive in a Changing World?
Having worked as a translator for 60 years, the author has seen firsthand how technology has shaped — and often challenged — the craft. Today, one question lingers: Does AI enhance or diminish the role of the translator?
LangTalent 2024: Learn From Language Industry Experts
This free online event highlights trends and skills in the global language industry and provides a platform to explore professional development and well-being for language professionals.