Welocalize is looking for qualified freelance sign language interpreters to support our growing corporate customers with team members who are Deaf / hard of hearing.
Job information:
Job Title: Sign Language Interpreter
Languages: any Sign Language is welcome. We primarily work with American Sign Language, British Sign Language, Irish Sign Language, Indian Sign Languages, Libras, and International Sign Language.
Location: remote/onsite (global)
Employment Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor
Requirements
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Demonstrated fluency in their designated sign language;
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Professional sign language interpreting qualification and/or registration with national associations (e.g. RID/NIC for ASL, NRCPD for, etc.);
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Familiarity with interpreter Codes of Ethics;
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Demonstrated interpreting experience in healthcare, employee relations and/or conference interpreting (see below for non-exhaustive list of engagements we typically work with);
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Additional domain-specific requirements may be applicable on a per-engagement basis (e.g.: courts, healthcare)
Type of engagements we work with: we are looking for interpreters who are familiar with one or more of the following types of engagements:
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Conferences (Main industries: Technology, Life Sciences, Finance, etc.); these includes:
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C-Suite Keynotes/product launches;
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Workshops / breakout sessions;
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Employee engagement: HR/management meetings, onsite/remote trainings, townhalls, etc;
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Healthcare meetings: patient-doctor/nurse appointments, trial study screenings, etc.
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Music Performances and concerts (typically as part of Conferences)