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Desktop Publishing School
Training for translators/interpreters (knowledge base)

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Glossaries Desktop Publishing School

You are looking for a term but can't find it in most dictionaries?

Check the industry-specific glossaries from the Task Force team!

These glossaries are based on actual successful translations. They contain terms that reflect the current state of affairs in the relevant field. We hope you will find terms here that are not included in most general or specialized dictionaries.

Since client terminological preferences vary, the Task Force is not responsible for the use of the terms listed in the glossary. We recommend that you agree on the terminology in advance.

Want to master design and layout skills that will be useful in real-world projects and open up new career opportunities?

Desktop Publishing School at Task Force is a free course for those willing to learn desktop publishing, text formatting, and the basics of design.

During the course, you will:

Master practical tools and professional desktop publishing techniques;
Learn to work with text design and formatting;
Gain real-world experience to enhance your portfolio;
Make progress in the fields of localization, publishing, and translation.

Don’t miss the opportunity to try a new direction or strengthen your skills!

Click “Register” to join the Desktop Publishing School today.
Course moderator – Ivan Blahyy (i.blahyy@taskforce.ua).

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Training for translators/interpreters

Task Force offers a chance to enhance qualifications and develop professional skills via its own training platform. We provide professional programs for interpreters, translators, and desktop publishing designers, as well as language courses to improve English, Polish, and Ukrainian skills.

Our training programs use a practical approach, relevant knowledge, and real-world cases to confidently help you advance in your profession and unlock new career opportunities.

Go through the available areas and choose the training that meets your goals.

Training programs for professional development of vendors (translators/interpreters and desktop publishing designers)

For interpreters

For translators

For desktop publishing specialists

For interpreters

Develop your skills of simultaneous and consecutive interpreting, improve the techniques of real-life communication situations, and master modern interpreting tools.

To study

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When a standard degree in linguistics isn’t enough to work on major international projects, hands-on training from industry leaders comes to the rescue. Task Force Translators School is a modern ecosystem of applied knowledge, created by a leading language service provider for individuals aiming to meet global localization standards. We have combined academic foundations with real-world commercial experience to help you transform your language skills into a highly sought-after professional expertise that is in demand by businesses.

Students on our platform gain direct access to our proprietary methodology for working with texts, engineering drawings, and multimedia files from various industrial sectors. This is a learning experience where every hour brings you closer to understanding how the language industry works from the inside.

The Task Force School features:

Our platform is a comprehensive system that covers three fundamental areas, making up the full cycle of modern content creation:

1. Glossaries and terminology

Knowledge base management and work with intellectual property. Here we train to:

Create and maintain professional terminology databases for corporate projects;
Work with industry term bases (glossaries) and automated systems (CAT tools);
Standardize industry-specific translations with zero tolerance for errors.

2. Desktop Publishing School

A unique area where students master the design and technical layout of documents after linguistic processing. The Desktop Publishing School teaches how to integrate translated content into complex source formats:

Work in professional text desktop publishing packages (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, PowerPoint, PDF);
Desktop publishing of engineering graphs and drawings in AutoCAD formats, without altering the structure of the original layers;
Preparation of multilingual files for final printing or digital publication.

3. Knowledge base for translators/interpreters

A practical hub featuring the best global localization practices:

Step-by-step instructions, checklists, and guidelines for adapting marketing materials;
Analysis of real errors using the cases of major brands;
Study of LQA (Language Quality Assurance) algorithms for checking the text accuracy.

Who is this educational platform designed for?

We have designed the learning process so that each student can find the ideal path for their professional growth:

Beginners in translation/interpreting: graduates of language faculties having theoretical knowledge, but no idea of real business requirements.
Practicing linguists: professionals who seek to enhance their skills, master emerging popular niches, and increase their work’s value.
DTP specialists and graphic designers: professionals in the field of visual arts who seek to master a specific area, desktop publishing of multilingual works.

Training format: maximum practical work

Each program is designed to help students acquire a specific practical skill within a clearly defined number of hours.

Flexible online access: learn at a comfortable pace from anywhere in the world. All materials are available 24/7.
Real cases: instead of abstract exercises, you work with real orders that have already been completed by our team.
Mentoring support: Throughout the program, you will be guided by mentors — experienced editors and leading DTP engineers from Task Force.

Our Speakers

The speakers on our platform are the current heads of the Task Force production units. Each lecture block is based on their extensive experience and analysis of daily cases. You will gain insights into the actual internal requirements for quality and pace in large modern businesses.

FAQ

Is the course suitable for beginners in desktop publishing?

Yes, the programs are designed to progress from simple to complex issues. The DTP course begins with the basics, so being a confident computer user is sufficient to get started.

How many hours per week should I study?

We suggest dedicating 4 to 6 hours weekly to studying. You can choose a convenient time to review the materials.

Is there a certificate issued upon course completion?

Yes, all students who successfully complete more than 80% of the practical tasks receive a personalized platform certificate.

Do you wish to transform your knowledge into a stable professional income and become a sought-after specialist of international level?

Apply today for a free consultation with the mentor of the Task Force educational platform! We will assist you in selecting the right area of study, provide you with a detailed course program, and grant you free demo access to the first practical module.