Korean Freelance Remote Interpreter

Tonguepoint; Paris; Remote; EUR 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Flexible hours

Competitive per-minute rates

Onboarding & training

Referral program

Job summary

Tonguepoint is hiring freelance remote interpreters to provide Korean-English interpretation via over-the-phone and video remote means. The role offers 100% remote work, flexible hours, and thorough onboarding.

No prior experience is required, as training is provided, and interpreters will bridge critical communications in real-time across healthcare and legal contexts. Qualified candidates are fluent in English and Korean, with strong listening skills and cultural sensitivity.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in English and Korean.
• Strong active listening and cultural sensitivity.
• Emotional resilience for high-stakes settings.
• Beginners welcome; prior interpreting experience a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

English/Korean fluency

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Emotional resilience

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.