American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

Apple • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

Apple is looking for an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to support our team members. You will interpret simultaneously into ASL and English at the highest levels for multiple clients, navigating technical jargon, and confidential topics. You will demonstrate calm confidence in front of the camera. You will be able to adjust your register, language, and interpretation to best represent the setting and team member. You will be a self-starter, with strong scheduling and time management skills. You will also support and contribute to the program management of Apple’s global sign language programs. You must demonstrate a strong understanding of Deaf culture, the interpreting industry, as well as having an innovative approach to your work. You will be a strong collaborator with a passion for accessibility.

Requirements

• National Interpreter Certification (NIC) and good standing with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
• Minimum 5 years ASL interpreting experience at a professional level, ideally within the tech industry or other demanding environments working with Deaf professionals
• Demonstrable experience interpreting simultaneously in American Sign Language and English with high accuracy
• The ability to quickly learn new terms and technical jargon
• Demonstrable experience with interpreting both remotely and in-person
• Demonstrable experience with interpreting for confidential topics and maintaining confidentiality
• Demonstrable experience with interpreting for both live and recorded content

Nice To Haves

• The ability to navigate ambiguity
• The ability to maintain professionalism and prioritize competing demands
• Strong scheduling and time management skills
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture
• Strong understanding of the interpreting industry
• Innovative approach to work
• Strong collaborator
• Passion for accessibility

Responsibilities

• Interpret simultaneously into ASL and English at the highest levels for multiple clients.
• Navigate technical jargon and confidential topics.
• Demonstrate calm confidence in front of the camera.
• Adjust register, language, and interpretation to best represent the setting and team member.
• Support and contribute to the program management of Apple’s global sign language programs.
• Support program management of projects and tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed