Cantonese Freelance Remote Interpreter

Tonguepoint; Sydney; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Flexible hours

Onboarding and training

Referral program bonus

Job summary

Tonguepoint is hiring a freelance Remote Interpreter (Cantonese / English) to work 100% remotely with flexible hours. No prior experience required; full training provided.

You will perform real-time consecutive interpretation for healthcare and legal settings, maintain strict confidentiality, and manage your own call schedule. A quiet home setup and reliable internet are essential.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in English and Cantonese.
• Beginners welcome; prior interpreting experience is a plus.
• Quiet, distraction-free home workspace required.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a quality headset.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate real-time consecutive interpretation (English + Cantonese) for OPIs and VRI.
• Maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism in high-stakes settings.
• Manage your own schedule and log in reliably to handle calls.

Skills

Bilingual: English / Cantonese

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Emotional resilience

Tools

Dedicated computer

High-speed internet

Noise-canceling headset

Job description

Urgently Hiring For: Cantonese.

Job Title: Freelance Remote Interpreter (Cantonese / English) Location: 100% Remote | Type: Freelance/Independent Contractor | Schedule: Flexible

Job Summary

We are seeking fluent bilingual speakers to provide Over-the-Phone (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI). No prior experience is required—we provide full training. If you have strong language skills and a professional attitude, join us to bridge critical communication gaps in moments that matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time consecutive interpretation (English+Cantonese).
• Facilitate clear communication in high-stakes settings (e.g., healthcare, legal).
• Maintain strict confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism.
• Manage your own schedule and log in reliably to handle calls.

Qualifications & Tech Requirements

Language: Native or near-native fluency in English and Cantonese.

Skills: Strong active listening, cultural sensitivity, and emotional resilience.

Experience: Beginners welcome; prior interpreting experience is a plus.

Workspace: A quiet, distraction-free home environment.

Tech Setup: Dedicated computer, high-speed internet (wired preferred for VRI), and a noise-canceling USB headset.

What We Offer

Ultimate Flexibility: 100% remote work. Choose your own hours (daytime, evening, overnight).

Steady Income: Competitive per-minute rates backed by reliable call volume.

Growth: Free comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional training.

Referral Program: Refer qualified speakers of our in-demand languages and earn a bonus when your referral is successfully onboarded.