ATA 63 - American Translators Association

What Is It?

The 63rd annual ATA conference is an opportunity for translation and interpreting professionals to advance their career development and foster growth in industry knowledge and skills.

The ATA has over 10,000 members in more than 103 countries, including not only translators and interpreters but also teachers, professors, project managers, web and software developers, language company owners, medical professionals and public sector professionals working with government agencies.

That’s why this conference is sure to be a unique and interesting opportunity for networking as well as attending talks by intriguing keynote speakers and participating in engaging workshops. 

What Can You Expect?

This annual conference is the largest ATA meeting of the year.

It is held every fall in a major US city, and showcases exhibitors, a job marketplace, workshops and networking events.

Participants in previous year’s ATA conferences have reported appreciating the breadth and depth of the knowledge displayed by presenters.

Other prior attendees have proclaimed that after the conference, they felt empowered to adapt to changes in the translation service industry, thanks to concrete suggestions on how to position themselves better in the market.

What Is The ATA?

The ATA offers a certification exam to translators in 29 language combinations, giving professionals recognizable credentials in the fields of interpreting and translating.

Becoming certified by the ATA allows translators to document their abilities objectively in specific language combinations, boosting professional development.

The Association organizes an annual series of seminars and mini-conferences throughout the U.S. to provide advanced education and training in diverse specialties and languages.

The American Translators Association seeks to encourage, reward and publicize outstanding work done by both seasoned professionals and students of the craft, also presenting several awards and scholarships.