Vietnamese Translator

Vietnamese - English Interpreter/Translator is an independent contractor, work-from-home position. The Remote Interpreter/Translator would be responsible for servicing video interpretation and phone interpretation appointments on an as-needed basis. The contractor may also be asked to complete document translations, proofreading and/or formatting on an as-needed basis and may be asked to do language assessments of other Vietnamese speakers as well. A good understanding of Microsoft Word is preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Video Interpretation: interpreting verbal Vietnamese <-> verbal English via our online video interpretation system (previous interpretation experience preferred, however we will provide on-the-job training)

- Phone Interpretation: interpreting verbal Vietnamese <-> verbal English via contractor's personal phone (previous interpretation experience preferred, however we will provide on-the-job training)

- Document Translation: translating English documents into written Vietnamese via Lexikeet's online system (previous translation experience preferred, however we will provide on-the-job training)

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:

- Vietnamese fluency.

- High spoken English.

- Medium to high computer ability.

- Committed to being on-time for all assignments.

- Self-motivated & self-organized.

- Quiet home environment (this is a work-from-home position)

- (for phone interpretation) Home access to a phone

- (for video interpretation) Home access to a smart phone, Chromebook, laptop or desktop (must have webcam, mic, and speaker)

- (if chosen for document translation) Ability to type Vietnamese

- Minimum home internet speed of 2 Mbps Upload and 20 Mbps Download (test your speed at https://speedof.me)

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Application Question(s):

• How many years of translation experience do you have?
• How many years of interpretation experience do you have?

Language:

• English (Required)
• Vietnamese (Required)

Work Location: Remote