English - Cantonese Interpreter - Las Vegas NV

Focus Interpreting; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid per assignment per hour

Job summary

Focus Interpreting in Las Vegas, NV seeks an English-Cantonese interpreter to provide real-time interpretation across meetings, conferences and related events. The role requires fluency in English and Cantonese, and proven interpretation experience in professional settings.

The candidate should understand cultural nuances and maintain confidentiality while working under pressure. Prior experience in legal or medical interpreting is preferred. Compensation is paid per assignment per hour.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Cantonese with strong written and spoken skills.
• Proven interpretation experience in professional or business settings.
• Strong understanding of cultural nuances and accurate meaning transfer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate real-time interpretation during meetings, conferences, and events.
• Operate interpretation equipment and technology to provide high-quality services.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Prepare for assignments by familiarizing yourself with terminology and client context.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance language proficiency and interpretation skills.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent Cantonese

Interpretation experience

Professional settings

Work under pressure

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Focus Interpreting is actively seeking a skilled English - Cantonese Interpreter to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. In this role, you will provide essential interpretation services that facilitate clear communication between English and Cantonese speakers in various professional settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver accurate and real-time interpretation services during meetings, conferences, and other events, ensuring effective communication between all parties involved
• Utilize interpretation equipment and technology to provide high-quality services in dynamic and fast-paced environments
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interpretation interactions
• Prepare for assignments by familiarizing yourself with relevant terminology and the specific context of client needs
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance language proficiency and interpretation skills

REQUIREMENTS

• Fluency in both English and Cantonese, with exceptional oral and written communication skills in both languages
• Proven experience in interpretation, particularly in professional or business settings
• Strong understanding of cultural nuances and the ability to convey meaning accurately across languages
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain accuracy during high-stakes situations
• Prior experience in legal or medical interpreting is preferred
• Fluency in English and Cantonese
• Proven experience in interpretation
• Strong communication skills
• Understanding of cultural differences
• Ability to work under pressure
• Prior experience in legal or medical interpreting preferred

BENEFITS

• Paid per assignment per hour