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Voices from the l10n industry

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    Recent MIIS Grad Turned Localization Production Artist — Meet Aaron Long

    In this episode of the ROAR Podcast, host Victoria Shimkus sits down with Aaron Long, a Localization Production Artist at Blueprint, to explore his unconventional path into the localization industry. From researching chestnut tree genetics to teaching English in Japan, Aaron’s journey is anything but typical. He shares how he pivoted from majoring in Biology and German to joining the Translation and Localization Management (TLM) program at the Middlebury Institute—and ultimately carved out his own niche in visual localization. Aaron provides a deep dive into his specialized role, where he manages the visual localization of advertisements into 28—soon to be 29—different languages. From handcrafting name stylizations to navigating the complex diacritics of Vietnamese, he explains the balance of Desktop Publishing (DTP) skills and the "soft skills" required to collaborate with global language teams. He also offers a candid look at the hustle of starting a full-time career while finishing his final months of graduate school. Beyond the technical, Aaron emphasizes the value of building a strong personal brand and staying true to oneself in a professional setting. Whether it’s sending video game-themed follow-up messages after an interview or sharing cow jokes with colleagues in Japan, his advice to students is clear: build a standout ePortfolio, master your tools through curiosity-driven projects, and don't be afraid to "remain goofy" while navigating the professional world.

    35 мин.

  2. 03.12.2025

    Leadership, Localization, and Life at MIIS: A chat with Ella Barton

    In this episode, we sit down with Ella Barton, a second-year MIIS student and the Chapter Manager of Women in Localization at MIIS. From studying at UT Austin to stepping into the world of translation and localization, Ella has followed opportunities with openness and courage. She shares the soft skills she believes truly shape effective leadership: empathy, communication, and the ability to build a supportive community. She opens up about the challenges of balancing studies with leading a student chapter, and how those responsibilities have strengthened her commitment to the localization field. Whether you’re curious about building a career in localization, developing leadership skills, or simply want to hear her story , this episode is for you.

    54 мин.

  3. 22.10.2025

    From Classroom to Career: Zilong Yi at Light & Wonder

    Join us as we talk to Zilong Yi, a Linguistics Compliance Intern at Light & Wonder, about his path from studying at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) to stepping into the game localization and compliance industry. In this episode, Zilong shares how his MIIS coursework, professional experiences, and personal growth helped prepare him for his role, and what it’s like to apply linguistic skills in a global entertainment company.

    26 мин.

  4. 11.04.2025

    Working in Nonprofits: How to Kickstart Your Localization Career with Volunteering

    In this episode, Rachael hosts a conversation with Minting and Jianjing about how volunteering can shape one’s localization career path and personal values. Through sharing their own experiences, they explore how TLM students can seek out volunteer opportunities while in school, what motivates them to get involved, and how these experiences can benefit their personal and professional growth. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Where to find volunteer work: https://www.volunteermatch.org/ Minting on her experience for subtitles translation for Translation Commons: https://mintinglu.middcreate.net/localization-and-translation/how-i-built-a-subtitle-localization-process-from-scratch/

    57 мин.
  5. DD12-The "Me Too" Moment of Mental Health in an Intensive Localization Industry (Guest: Laura DeCook)

    03.06.2024

    DD12-The "Me Too" Moment of Mental Health in an Intensive Localization Industry (Guest: Laura DeCook)

    The localization industry is super interesting, but it also comes with intensive schedules and pressure. In that context, prioritizing mental health is highly important for providing us with the energy to not only deal with the challenges in work but also care for our loved ones and ourselves.    In this episode, we invited Laura DeCook, founder of LDC Wellbeing, which offers engaging and interactive workshops to support people's mental well-being. Before founding her own company, Laura had extensive experience serving as a well-being specialist in big tech corporations.    We talked about how Laura moved from films and tech into mental health, how important it is to talk about mental health issues, and what students and people in the localization industry can do to boost their mental well-being.    If you like this episode or think somebody will like this episode, share and subscribe to our podcast!

    37 мин.
  6. DD11- L10n talk with 5 Japanese localizers with Yijun Guo

    03.06.2024

    DD11- L10n talk with 5 Japanese localizers with Yijun Guo

    Join us in this episode to learn what these 5 Japanese localizers do and how they make it to where they are today.

    58 мин.
  7. SB15 - Navigating the World of Quality Management: A Conversation with Vanesa, Localization Quality Manager at Acclaro

    06.12.2023

    SB15 - Navigating the World of Quality Management: A Conversation with Vanesa, Localization Quality Manager at Acclaro

    Join us for an insightful interview with Vanesa, a seasoned professional in the field of localization. From her journey into the language services industry to her current role as Localization Quality Manager at Acclaro, Vanesa shares her experiences, challenges, and the unique dynamics of her position. Discover the intricacies of quality management, the essential skills required, and the impact of technology on enhancing project quality. Whether you're aspiring to be a Quality Manager or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes of localization, Vanesa's perspective offers valuable insights. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the world of language services with a seasoned expert.

    12 мин.
  8. DD09- How to Game Localization - Becca Guttentag

    03.05.2023

    DD09- How to Game Localization - Becca Guttentag

    In this episode, Nina Hampton sits down with Rebecca Guttentag, a localization producer at Riot Games, talks about her journey into games localization, workflows and processes associated with producing and localizing a AAA game, the structure of Riot's localization team, what makes it good localization producer, and why you shouldn't be afraid to admit that you don't know something. Listen in to hear more about the world of Games Localization.

    38 мин.
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