Task 1

Study the structure and the content of the AVT translator's competence (PPP "Competence in
AVT" slides 1-33)

Which knowledge, skills and know- First and foremost, it is the comprehension of the text,
how in each of five areas are whether spoken or written (i.e. listening and reading
common for all translators? skills). The main goal of a translator is to understand
both the main idea of the text and its nuances. It is
extremely important to achieve a high level of proficiency
not only in the source language but also in the target
language, which means having a wide vocabulary and
mastering the grammar of both languages.

Nevertheless, it is important to understand the cultural

characteristics of the texts you translate, and thus be
able to translate culturally biased lexicon correctly.

Secondly, about the translation itself, you need to have

translation skills and techniques. You need to understand
how to make transformations in translation and how to
ensure a high-quality translation.

Third, every translator must have computer skills. This

applies to both direct computer skills and the use of
specialized translation programs.

Fourthly, it's extremely important to have soft skills, just

like any other employee, regardless of whether you work
freelance or in a company. Any translator or interpreter
needs to be able to interact with people properly. This
applies to both personal and interpersonal skills and
service provision.

Which knowledge, skills and know- bring together and compare stylistic, genre, and
how in each of five areas are discourse characteristics of English and Ukrainian
specific for AVT? audiovisual texts

translate different types of material on and for different

kinds of media, using appropriate tools and techniques

translate and mediate in specific intercultural contexts,

for, example, those involving public service translation
and interpreting, website or video localization, video
description, community management, etc

to work with sound and video materials, editing them

 Which knowledge, skills and know-
how in each of five areas do you
think you already possess?

Which knowledge, skills and know-

how in each of five areas do you
need to acquire?

What other important in the maintain faithfulness in translation

context of AVT knowledge, skills
and know-how can you add to the
list?

Choose a tool intended to assist the progress of competence in AVT

● Translator's Portfolio (academic or professional) (focus on the competence in AVT

translation) (see slides 40-47; Translator's portfolio (academic) example)
● Translator's Journal (focus on problem awareness in translation) (see slide 48)
● Translator's Diary (focus on tracking the experience of AVT translation)
● Translator's blog/vlog (focus on sharing the experience with others)
● Translator's profile
● Your option

Explore the net and find examples of a tool, tips for its creating and keeping, to see how
professionals showcase their skills and experience

https://www.instagram.com/yuna_translates/

● Study International Standard ISO 17100:2015 Translation Services - Requirements

for translation services ln.run/n_MdE (Scope, Terms and definitions, Professional
competences of translators, translator qualifications, professional competences of
revisers, reviewers, translation project managers) and European Master's in
Translation Competence Framework ln.run/tGn_A
● Fill in the table with appropriate information:

ISO EMT your comments on

the differences
and similarities

aims/purpose

areas of the translator's

competence