What do you need to become a freelance translator?

There are many advantages to working as a freelance translator. But what resources are needed to even get started?


There are many advantages to working as a freelance translator. But what resources are needed to even get started?
Happy International Women’s Day! We have a treat for you: three guest posts from female freelance translators.
Romina from ProZ interviews Alejandro Moreno-Ramos, freelance translator and creator of Mox’s blog.

Check out the trials and tribulations of Mox, a fictional freelance translator, in Alejandro Moreno-Ramos’ hilarious translation comics.

The real financial burden of helping out hard-up family and friends was highlighted by insurer Aviva yesterday. We discuss how working from home can alleviate the issue.
We’ve been nominated in the Top 100 Language Professional Blogs 2012 competition. If you’re a fan of our blog, please take a minute to vote.
Europe has been marked by territories since 1000AD. But how have these borders changed, and what effect does this have on languages?
The test file is something all transcribers are used to. But what is it, and why do some freelancers expect to be paid for completing it?