Remote Japanese Interpreter - Flexible Freelance Work

Tonguepoint; Bula; Remote; IDR 291,864,000 - 681,017,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Flexible schedule

Onboarding & training

Referral bonus

Job summary

Tonguepoint in Indonesia seeks a freelance remote interpreter (Japanese/English) to provide over-the-phone and video remote interpretation. The role offers 100% remote work and flexible hours, with full training provided. You will work on real-time interpretation in high-stakes environments, maintain confidentiality, and manage your own schedule.

Beginners welcome, with no prior experience required. Equipment includes a quiet home office, wired internet, and a noise-canceling headset;

Qualifications

• Language fluency: Native or near-native in English and Japanese.
• Beginners welcome; no prior interpreting experience required.
• Quiet, distraction-free home workspace.
• Tech setup: dedicated computer, high-speed internet (wired preferred for VRI), noise-canceling USB headset.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time consecutive interpretation (English+Japanese).
• 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

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Emotional resilience

Bilingual English/Japanese

Job description

Tonguepoint in Indonesia seeks a freelance remote interpreter (Japanese/English) to provide over-the-phone and video remote interpretation. The role offers 100% remote work and flexible hours, with full training provided. You will work on real-time interpretation in high-stakes environments, maintain confidentiality, and manage your own schedule.

Beginners welcome, with no prior experience required. Equipment includes a quiet home office, wired internet, and a noise-canceling headset;