Voices from the l10n industry

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Voices from the l10n industry
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Recent Episodes

April 30, 2026
Terminology Management and Animal Health Localization with Rainbow Liao (Episode 16)
<p>Join us as we talk to Rainbow Liao, a Localization Project Manager at Zoetis, about her path from studying at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) to managing complex linguistic assets in the animal healthcare industry. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Rainbow shares how her MIIS coursework, professional experiences, and personal growth helped prepare her for her role, and what it’s like to apply linguistic skills and AI-driven terminology workflows in a global animal health company. Rainbow also dives into her journey of building a terminology management system from scratch, scaling from simple spreadsheets to robust professional tools.</p>

March 30, 2026
Why AI Isn’t Killing Localization Jobs (Yet) – with Jon Ritzdorf
<p>AI is everywhere, but is it really replacing localization jobs?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Jon Ritzdorf breaks down the reality behind the hype. From AI-driven workflows to career survival strategies, we explore what’s actually changing in localization—and what isn’t.</p><p><br></p><p>We also get real about job hunting, industry expectations, and why your first job might matter less than you think. Whether you’re a student, a future localizer, or just curious about AI and language, this is an honest conversation you don’t want to miss.</p>

February 17, 2026
From MIIS to TransPerfect: A Conversation with Grace Kim (Episode 14)
<p>In this episode of the ROAR Podcast, host Victoria Shimkus sits down with Grace Kim, a recent graduate of the Middlebury Institute (MIIS) and a current Localization Project Manager at TransPerfect. Grace shares her unique journey of transitioning from the Translation and Interpretation (T&I) track to Localization Management, explaining why she traded the high-pressure "performance" of interpreting for the collaborative, workflow-driven world of project management.</p><p> </p><p>Grace provides an inside look at the transition from student life to the professional sphere, detailing her day-to-day responsibilities in TransPerfect’s San Francisco office. She offers practical advice for current students on balancing a rigorous academic schedule with an early job search, utilizing resources like the Nimdzi's Top 100 list, and the importance of making meaningful connections at career fairs.</p><p> </p><p>The conversation dives deep into the technical and soft skills required to succeed in a global agency, from mastering Windows keyboard shortcuts and complex Word formatting to managing the mental load of 7–10 concurrent projects. Whether you are a student preparing for your first internship or a professional curious about the medical benefits sector of the industry, Grace’s insights provide a roadmap for navigating the "high stakes" of the localization market.</p>
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