Cantonese Freelance Interpreter

ContacLink Solutions; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A remote service provider is seeking a Cantonese Interpreter to facilitate communication between Cantonese and English speakers. Responsibilities include ensuring accuracy in interpretation and maintaining a professional work environment. Candidates should be bilingual in English and Cantonese with at least two years of interpretation experience. This position offers ongoing training and monthly payments based on a per-minute rate.

Benefits

Ongoing training and competency opportunities

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred.
• Ability to render correct concepts and meanings.
• Bilingual/native level of English and Cantonese.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between Cantonese and English speakers.
• Ensure accuracy in interpretation.
• Maintain a professional environment.

Skills

Fluency in English and Cantonese

Listening skills

Note taking skills

Cultural understanding

Tools

Computer or Laptop

USB Wired headset

Webcam

Job description

Overview

LANGUAGE: Cantonese Interpreter

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between Cantonese and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and with accuracy in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment. Note pads and writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.

Responsibilities

Note: The original description emphasizes facilitation of communication and accuracy in interpretation. (Responsibilities should reflect the role as described in the source text.)

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and CANTONESE
• Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred
• Excellent listening, retention and note taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication with permission or at the request of the client

Technical & VRI Requirements

• Computer or Laptop
• Windows 10 or higher
• USB Wired headset
• Steady wired internet connection
• At a minimum, download speeds of 20 Mbps and upload speeds of 10 Mbps
• Webcam
• Backdrop; use a contrasting, solid color like royal blue, charcoal, or bright green

Additional information

• Proficiency/Bilingual/Native level of English and target language
• Remote position, interpreter works from his/her home office
• Ongoing training and competency opportunities
• Monthly payments
• Per minute rate
• Based on your location, language testing, background check and/or drug screen may be required