MultiLingual Media

Nathalie Greff-Santamaría refers to the early inclusion of English and French in the Olympic Charter, explaining that communication needs prompted additional languages over time. She mentions providing interpretation in 11 languages during press conferences, highlighting the logistical planning involved. She also describes the remote interpretation setup, noting that tools and scheduling must adapt to various languages and sports. Preparation involves anticipating which languages might be needed based on potential medal winners and interest levels. Listen to the full interview: Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3BfLPSA Spotify: https://buff.ly/3VPus2A #Olympics #RemoteInterpretation #MultiLingualMedia

OOONA has formed a collaboration with Audio Description Associates, LLC, founded by Joel Snyder, Ph.D., to offer specialized audio description training on the OOONA EDU platform. The partnership will provide assessment-based instruction and lead to the first-ever multilingual certification in audio description, developed through AVTpro. Read more: https://buff.ly/3BUIZmP #OOONA #AudioDescriptionAssociates #MediaLocalization #Accessibility #AVTpro #JoelSnyder #MultiLingualMedia

Transformation Processes Today Gabriel Karandyšovský observes that, while AI is a major talking point, many businesses continue to undergo transformation unrelated to new technologies. He describes scenarios of restructuring operations, teams, and overall processes as an ongoing reality. He notes that acquisitions and operational shifts predate the AI era and will likely persist well into the future. These transitions take multiple forms, independent of tech-centric developments. Listen to the full interview: Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/4dJu0Jg Spotify: https://buff.ly/4gtkDQj #BusinessTransformation #MultiLingualMedia

Creative Words has been honored with the Confindustria Award for Industrial Innovation. The company is celebrated for its contribution to both operational efficiency and global business expansion. Founder and CEO Diego Cresceri emphasizes that this milestone highlights Creative Words’ commitment to developing solutions that deliver strategic advantages in a rapidly evolving marketplace. Read more: https://buff.ly/4gZ9UNo #CreativeWords #Innovation #AI #LinguisticServices #Confindustria #IndustrialInnovation #MultiLingualMedia

The Globalization and Localization Association (GALA) has announced the resignation of board director Johan Sporre on December 18, 2024, after serving one year of his two-year term. In accordance with GALA’s bylaws, the vacancy will be filled by the next highest-voted candidate from the most recent election. GALA welcomes Francesca Sorrentino, Localization Director at Phrase, to the board. She has accepted the invitation and will serve for the remaining year of the original term. Read more: https://buff.ly/4j30LoU #GALA #Localization #BoardAnnouncement #Phrase #MultiLingualMedia

LEO’s 10th International Virtual Conference brought together hundreds of interpreters, translators, language companies, and education and healthcare professionals for conversations on ethics, AI, performance, and well-being. Topics included practical business tips, legal compliance insights, and strategies to enhance mental agility, with speakers sharing a variety of experiences and expertise. Read more: https://buff.ly/3W2l5ws #LEO #LanguageProfessionals #Interpreting #Translation #MultiLingualMedia

Ulatus (Crimson Interactive) introduces its new JavaScript Proxy Solution, enabling real-time translations with minimal setup. The proxy operates in the user’s browser, detecting language preferences and rendering the interface instantly without altering design or functionality. Post-editing by professional translators refines the machine-generated content, ensuring both accuracy and consistency. Read more: https://buff.ly/3W0S7wY #Ulatus #JavaScriptProxy #SoftwareLocalization #Translation #MultiLingualMedia

Marco Trombetti discusses the interaction between human translators and AI, highlighting potential gains in productivity. He refers to a market where making translators 20–30% faster could create substantial economic value. He mentions that each correction by a translator provides feedback to improve machine outputs. The process continually refines suggestions, letting translators focus on detail work as overall efficiency increases. Listen to the full interview: Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3NVqRMb Spotify: https://buff.ly/49SzTDN #MarcoTrombetti #Translated #HumanAIInteraction #MultiLingualMedia

Didi’s Localization Journey Out of China (Published in Sept/Oct 2020) Global expansion often introduces language and cultural shifts that affect how new audiences perceive products and services. Localization efforts extend beyond direct translations, leading some international brands to adjust their linguistic tone, messaging formats, and modes of engagement. This evolution reveals that trust and user loyalty can grow when content aligns with local expectations. From our archives: https://buff.ly/4iKN6SX #MultiLingualMedia

The Rigorous Path to Becoming a Diplomatic Interpreter Mimi Moore recounts an example of someone who studied Japanese at university, participated in the JET program, and pursued further language study in Japan. Additional training at the Middlebury Institute in Monterey focused on conference interpretation and involved intense coursework in linguistics, translation theory, and cultural studies. She describes how practical simulations and hands-on experiences in consecutive and simultaneous interpretation further prepared the candidate for high-level interpreting roles. The application process for a State Department position took years, requiring resilience and persistence. Listen to the full interview: Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/4f4nkq1 Spotify: https://buff.ly/4fveyRZ #MimiMoore #DiplomaticInterpreter #LanguageTraining #MultiLingualMedia