Korean Freelance Remote Interpreter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Per-minute pay

Onboarding & training

Referral bonus

Job summary

Tonguepoint is seeking a freelance Remote Interpreter (Korean/English) to provide over-the-phone and video remote interpretation. You will work 100% remotely as an independent contractor with a flexible schedule, receiving onboarding and ongoing training.

Applicants should be fluent in English and Korean; prior interpreting experience is welcome but not required. You will handle real-time calls across healthcare, legal, and other settings with confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Korean, native or near-native fluency.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Bilingual English/Korean

Active listening

Confidentiality

Job description

Urgently Hiring For: Korean.

Job Title: Freelance Remote Interpreter (Korean / 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+Korean).
• 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 Korean.
• 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.