Alp Dilgen is a senior language professional and the founder of Anova Translations, a language service provider based in Bulgaria. With nearly three decades of experience in the translation and localization industry, he has worked across the full spectrum—from hands-on translation to managing multilingual projects and mentoring emerging talent. Today, his focus lies in helping linguists and companies navigate the growing influence of AI by embracing new skills such as post-editing and prompt engineering. His mission is to support the evolution of the profession through innovation, quality, and a deep respect for the human touch in language services.
Inside the Session
AI and machine translation are reshaping the language industry, offering speed and scalability but challenging the traditional role of freelance translators. This session explores how freelancers can stay relevant by embracing AI—not just as post-editors, but as prompt engineers and strategic collaborators. We'll discuss key skills for the future, the evolving client expectations, and how to turn disruption into opportunity in this new hybrid workflow.