Spanish Freelance US-Based Interpreter

One World Global Services; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled interpreter to facilitate communication between Spanish and English speakers. In this remote role, you will utilize your fluency in both languages to ensure accurate and effective interpretation. The position requires excellent listening and note-taking skills, as well as the ability to explain cultural nuances to avoid miscommunication. You will work from the comfort of your home office, with ongoing training opportunities to enhance your skills. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to meaningful conversations and bridge language barriers in a professional setting.

Benefits

Ongoing training and competency opportunities

Monthly payments

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish is essential for this role.
• Minimum 1 year of interpretation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between Spanish and English speakers.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Listening skills

Retention skills

Note taking skills

Cultural explanation skills

Education

1 year interpretation experience

Tools

Computer or Laptop

USB Wired headset

Windows 10 or higher

Steady wired internet connection

Job description

LANGUAGE: Spanish US-Based Interpreter

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between SPANISH 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 SPANISH
• Minimum 1 year interpretation experience preferred but not required.
• 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 Requirements:

• Computer or Laptop
• Windows 10 or higher
• USB Wired headset
• Steady wired internet connection

Additional Information:

• 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.

Do you have OPI or VRI interpretation experience?*