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My Passion, Your Solution

I have been deeply involved in the world of language for a long time.

I have done it all, from bringing foreign shows to Portuguese screens to creating international business documents. 

My passion for languages led me to specialize in translation and subtitling.

You might even recognize my name at the end of a FUEL TV show.

I love poetry, and have been writing on my blog, Sítio da Saudade for almost two decades. There, I promote Portuguese poetry. 

I believe that poetry is an art that aligns perfectly with subtitling and translation.

It is all about choosing the perfect word.

 

 

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Subtitlimg course for beginners

Master the Art of Subtitling: The Ultimate Training Course

Ever wanted to turn spoken words into engaging subtitles that span cultures and languages? 

Master the Art of Subtitling is a comprehensive training course that will prepare you to be a sought-after subtitler.

We’ll dive into the secrets of creating clear, concise, and engaging subtitles that integrate with the on-screen action.

Whether you are a translator who is willing to provide additional services or a novice seeking to acquire this skill, this course equips you with the in-demand skills and industry knowledge to succeed.
 
When? 21-25 October 2024 at 18.00 CET (2 h/day)
 
P.S. All the information is available on Translastars.
 
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Subtitling: a Comprehensive Course

In this course, you’ll learn strategies to reduce text, how to use Subtitle Edit, how to find clients, how to build a portfolio, and much more.

If you want to start offering this service or if you already do it and want to improve some points, this course is perfect for you.

P.S. The recorded sessions can be found at Translastars.

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Podcast Guest

Maria

This is Rita Prazeres Gonçalves – The Language Worker – podcast.

Maria Virgínia is passionate about subtitling and dedicates herself to this activity (she also works in translation and interpreting projects). She works with multiple international companies and believes that her background and activities as a poet help her find the perfect word when working in subtitling projects.

In this conversation, we will get to know how each one of them better, and we will hear all about how they met, how they started working together and the mentoring relationship that they are developing.

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Kirsty Wolf invited me to her podcast, and we had a great conversation.

  • My interest in writing and how it has continued throughout the different stages of my career
  • Sítio da Saudade blog
  • Tips for how writing can help you to improve your language skills – either in your first language or an additional one
  • How writing by hand and typing in other languages with additional characters are good ways to improve your language skills and organise your thoughts.
  • How writing or journaling can help us to be present and get to know ourselves better.

    Listen to our conversation or look for Kirsty’s English activities for English learners.

Subtitling: a Comprehensive Course

In this interview, Roberta Cavaglia asked me for advice for newbies, and I had no doubt about what was important to me. 

– Never stop learning

Go beyond the basics to become a technical wizard.

– Start local, think global 

Find opportunities near you, while building the skills to serve an international clientele.

– Build a standout portfolio

Learn how to build a portfolio that stands out from the crowd.

This course is the one-stop resource I wish I had when I started.

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Subtitling: a Comprehensive Course

💖 Maria is an incredible person: she’s not only a real professional, but also one of the kindest people ever. She was able to create a beautiful and safe space with no prejudice or shame, and, as an introverted person, I truly appreciated it.

🎬 Although I already knew the technical concepts, the course was very interesting because she also talked about all the things around subtitling, giving us precious and practical tips to start working in this amazing field.

🤝 I felt part of a wonderful community (hi there, amazing subtiting crew!) and this is not to be taken for granted for someone who works alone most of the time.

✨ I already knew I wanted to persue a career in subtitling, but at the end of the course I felt even more inspired to start working to reach this goal. 💪

Alice Camertoni
EN > IT Translator & Subtitler
Freelancer

Subtitling: a Comprehensive Course

With five years of experience in the subtitling, I thought I had a solid grasp on the craft. However, this course served as a reminder that there’s always room for growth and improvement. 📈

One of the main reasons I enrolled in this course was to enhance my skills in working with Subtitle Edit and mastering its features. As someone who primarily works with web-based platforms owned by clients, understanding how to accurately time subtitles was essential, and this course delivered exactly what I needed.

Additionally, the course underlined the importance of marketing and promoting one’s expertise. I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve fallen short in this area in the past, but I’m committed to changing that. 💪

Maria Virgínia Barros, thank you so much for providing such an enlightening and comprehensive course. The knowledge and skills I’ve gained are truly invaluable. 💡

Renata Soares
English into Portuguese (European) Freelance Translator
Freelancer

Subtitling: a Comprehensive Course

Advertised as ‘comprehensive’, I can honestly say this was not an exaggeration.

In just an incredible two hours each evening, Maria guided us through the world of subtitling, from mastering the techniques through to practical tips.

I especially enjoyed the hands-on approach through the live exercises and chat discussion with a whole new community of like-minded individuals. 💻

So thank you, Maria, I now feel not only excited to branch out into the world of audiovisual translation, but also very much inspired to continue learning and growing as a professional linguist.

Zoë Pearce
Spanish/Italian into English translator, editor, transcriber, subtitler
Freelancer

Subtitling: a Comprehensive Course

I learned so much during this course and I can’t wait to use the acquired knowledge in practice. 👏😁 If you are interested in learning more about subtitling and acquiring practical skills that you can put to work immediately, as well as lots of helpful tips and information, this is the course for you! 😀

Renée van den Munckhof
Marketing, Audiovisual & Technical Translator
Freelancer

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