Freelance Taishanese US-based Interpreter

ContacLink Solutions; Oakland (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A remote interpreting service is looking for a Freelance Taishanese Interpreter. The role involves facilitating communication between Taishanese and English speakers and requires fluency in both languages, along with at least 2 years of interpretation experience. You will work from home, ensuring a quiet environment, with ongoing training opportunities and competitive per-minute pay.

Benefits

Ongoing training opportunities

Monthly payments

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred.
• Ability to process information quickly and accurately.
• Ensure a quiet and secure interpretation environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between Taishanese and English speakers.
• Render correct concepts and meanings without omissions.
• Explain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Taishanese

Excellent listening and retention skills

Cultural explanation ability

Tools

Computer or Laptop

USB Wired headset

Webcam

Job description

Freelance Taishanese US-based Interpreter

LANGUAGE: Taishanese US-Based Interpreter

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between TAISHANESE 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.

Candidate Qualifications

• Fluency in English and TAISHANESE
• 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