Professional Translation - Advanced Level
Introduction
Workshop Leader:
Dr. Hisham Ali
Workshop Schedule Date: 08 December 24 - 11 December 24
Workshop Schedule Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Sunday to Wednesday
Duration: 12 hours (3 hours per day)
Venue: Minaretein Building, Education City
About the Workshop
Elevate Your Translation Expertise with Dr. Hisham Ali
Overview: Join us for an advanced-level workshop designed to enhance your translation skills across a wide range of sophisticated texts. Led by Dr. Hisham Ali, this course covers fields such as media, sports, commerce, business, tourism, advertisement, literature, and law. Tailored to accommodate varying learning needs and interests, this workshop is perfect for those looking to deepen their translation expertise.
Why Attend? Ideal for professional translators and advanced students, this workshop provides the tools and strategies needed to tackle complex texts with confidence and precision. Engage in dynamic learning experiences and gain insights from an industry expert.
Structure
• Presentations: Gain in-depth knowledge of advanced translation techniques.
• Individual and Group Assignments: Work on diverse translation projects.
• Comparative Analysis: Compare and analyze multiple translations of the same text.
Methodology
This workshop blends theoretical and practical approaches to translation. You will work on assignments from various genres, including media, law, science, and technology. Learn cutting-edge techniques and strategies while engaging in discussions about translation-specific issues and challenges. Practical examples and best practices will be shared, with group discussions fostering a collaborative learning environment.
What You Will Learn
• Gain a robust understanding of source text analysis.
• Address common challenges in translating diverse text types.
• Master self-revision and self-proofreading techniques.
• Learn to search for domain-specific terminology using specialized resources and online translation memories.
• Exercise critical thinking by evaluating personal and peer translations.
Target Participants: This workshop is recommended for translation students, professional translators, and those who have completed the “Professional Translation - Basic Level” workshop.
Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your translation skills and gain valuable insights from a seasoned expert. Register now and take your translation career to the next level!
About the Leader/Instructor
Dr. Hisham Ali
Expert Translator and Educator
Dr. Hisham Ali brings over 15 years of diverse translation experience across various sectors, including business, finance, communication, media, tourism, and publishing. Holding a PhD in Translation Studies from KU Leuven (University of Leuven) in Belgium, Dr. Ali merges academic knowledge with practical expertise.
Professional Experience: Dr. Ali’s career spans a range of industries, where he has honed his skills in both translation and editing. His experience includes working at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in Dubai, one of the Big Four accounting firms, where he handled complex translation tasks at their Middle East headquarters. He gained substantial editing expertise through his roles at the Communication Directorate at Qatar Foundation (QF) and Dar Al-Farouk for Cultural Investments in Cairo. This editing expertise was further enhanced by advanced training at Al Jazeera Network in Qatar and The Economist Group in London.
Academic and Research Work: Dr. Ali is a Research Fellow at KU Leuven's Department of Arabic Studies. His research explores the intersections of literature, translation, media, and nationalism in the Arab world, with a particular focus on Egypt, Lebanon, and Qatar. His scholarly work has been published in journals like National Identities, Pragmatics, Babel, and Translation in Society, among others. Dr. Ali has also shared his research through presentations at institutions such as the University of Leeds, University of Leuven, University of Nottingham, and the Institute of Culture Studies and Theatre History in Vienna. Beyond academia, he has contributed articles to Arabic-language news outlets such as Arabic Post (formerly known as HuffPost Arabi).
Accreditations and Memberships: Dr. Ali is a sworn legal translator accredited by the UAE Ministry of Justice and a member of KU Leuven’s Centre for Translation Studies (CETRA).
Workshops and Training: Dr. Ali also offers workshops and training programs, sharing his extensive knowledge and experience to help professionals refine their translation skills.