Every year, ProZ celebrates International Translation Day with a two-day online event that brings together thousands of language professionals from all over the world.

This is ProZ.com’s biggest annual event —and the largest online gathering in the language industry. It’s more than just a conference. It’s a space to connect, learn, be inspired, and celebrate the work that translators, interpreters, subtitlers, project managers, and other language professionals do every single day.

Angela Luana Zalazar Aguirre

As professional translators, most of us know by now that words don’t always tell the whole story, especially online. In digital media, content isn’t just written or spoken – it’s visual, interactive, and highly contextual. A meme isn’t funny just because of the caption. A brand slogan isn’t persuasive just because the grammar checks out. And a line in a cartoon doesn’t land unless the tone, culture, and context match.

Welcome to the world of multimodal localisation – where meaning lives not just in language, but in images, sound, layout, gestures, humour, and user expectations. And where a “faithful” translation can sometimes do more harm than good.

Jasmina Đorđević

For years, ProZ.com ran two major membership campaigns each year: one in the middle of the year and one at the end. During those campaigns, non-members were able to join at a discount and enjoy the benefits of membership. Over time, the site gradually moved away from running these campaigns regularly.

Lucía Leszinsky

Interpreting is intense—mentally, emotionally, and sometimes even physically. You're not just translating words; you're helping people navigate life-defining moments. From medical emergencies to asylum interviews, court cases to social services, interpreters often find themselves holding space for others while carrying invisible weight themselves.

Holding space for others only works if you're also making space for yourself.

Whether you’re working on-site or remotely, as a freelancer or staff interpreter, burnout can sneak in. Fatigue, emotional overload, or even the pressure to “always be available” can chip away at your well-being. And yet, in this profession, many still push through quietly—until they can’t.

Angela Luana Zalazar Aguirre

Let’s be honest: ProZ.com hasn’t always done a great job of communicating what is happening behind the scenes, especially when it comes to the efforts being made to keep job opportunities flowing for language professionals. But that does not mean nothing is happening. Quite the opposite.

Lucía Leszinsky

Branding for freelancers? Isn’t branding something for big companies, corporations, and institutions? The short answer is no.  Branding is how you present and position yourself;  it combines your image, message, tone, values, and the feeling that you want people to associate with your work.  And yes, it can absolutely influence your freelance career.

Angela Luana Zalazar Aguirre

On March 20, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM GMT, ProZ is proud to present the second edition of AI Expo, a virtual event designed to explore the most recent developments in artificial intelligence for the language industry. This is a free virtual event, allowing you to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights into how AI is reshaping the future of translation and localization. After the first 24 hours, ProZ/TV event recordings are available exclusively to Plus and Premium ProZ members. Don't miss the opportunity to access this valuable content along with many other membership benefits.

Helen Shepelenko | Head of Training, Tools and Events at ProZ

We are excited to announce that ProZ is Gold Sponsor of the 5th Africa International Translation Conference (AITCO 2025)! This premier event, taking place on February 7-8, 2025, at Hotel Verde, Zanzibar, brings together translation and interpretation professionals from across Africa and beyond for two days of networking, learning, and industry growth.

Tanya Quintieri | Head of Websites & Brand Creation at ProZ*360

Every translator's journey begins with curiosity—the drive to learn, grow, and connect. Translators are explorers of meaning, bridging gaps between cultures and ideas. They turn words into understanding and create connections where none existed before. Driven by a love of language and a passion for discovery, they constantly seek new ways to expand their skills and make an impact on the world.

Helen Shepelenko | Head of Training, Tools and Events at ProZ

If you could travel back in time to when you first started your career as a translator or interpreter, what is the one piece of advice you would give yourself? This question was asked to ProZ.com members, and the responses were enlightening. The tips shared offer valuable insights into what experienced professionals believe would have made their journey smoother and more successful.

Lucía Leszinsky

As we gear up for this year's Giving Tuesday, I found myself looking back at the impact of our previous events. It’s incredible to see how a single day dedicated to generosity can ripple outward, creating lasting change. Whether it was through the funds raised, the awareness built, or the sense of community strengthened, the results have truly inspired us to dream even bigger this year.

Let me take you on a journey through the highlights of our past Giving Tuesday, showcasing the incredible efforts of everyone involved and the lives that were touched because of your generosity.

Helen Shepelenko | Head of Training, Tools and Events at ProZ

Many language professionals often overlook the importance of a tagline, and some might not even be familiar with the concept. Yet, a well-crafted tagline can be one of the most powerful tools in their marketing. Serving as a mini-summary, a tagline succinctly conveys what a professional does and the value they offer clients—essentially providing an “elevator pitch” in just a few words. A clear tagline not only enhances a linguist’s brand, but also helps make a memorable impression.

Lucía Leszinsky