FUNCTION IN A PROFESSIONAL CONTEXT
A specialized translator and proofreader for the technical and the commercial fields translates and proofreads technical, scientific and economic texts using advanced technological solutions, focusing on the issues specific to his/her sector of employment.
Specialized translators for the technical and commercial fields can work as free-lancers or be employed in national and international organizations, firms, companies and research and documentation institutes.
COMPETENCIES ASSOCIATED TO THE FUNCTION
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Specialized linguistic, cultural, methodological and technological skills;
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Social consciousness and awareness of the ethical rules governing the profession;
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Ability to analyze and make judgments when tackling complex issues in the field of linguistic communication;
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Ability to use the appropriate technological aids – e.g. Computer-Aided Translation software and terminology databases;
- Interdisciplinary expertise in international economics/politics and business management/law, as well as familiarity with cultural sociology and an ability to apply this know-how to the furthering of communications.
