CAT I Portuguese Simultaneous Interpreters

Global Dimensions, LLC•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$500 - $700

About The Position

Global Dimensions is seeking experienced CAT I Portuguese Simultaneous Interpreters to provide professional simultaneous and consecutive Portuguese-English interpretation for conferences, meetings, briefings, and other scheduled engagements. Assignments take place throughout the United States, primarily within the continental United States, with occasional international travel. The work supports professional conference, government, military, and other mission-related environments as required. These are temporary, part-time 1099 independent contractor opportunities supporting an anticipated four to six conferences or meetings per month. Assignments last approximately two days to two weeks, with a typical assignment lasting four to six days. Compensation is $500–$700 per day, based on experience. The anticipated start timeframe is Fall 2026. Candidates are being considered immediately to allow time for required language proficiency testing and screening. Multiple openings are available.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements.
Demonstrated professional experience providing Portuguese-English simultaneous interpretation in conferences, meetings, or comparable professional environments.
Professional experience providing consecutive interpretation between Portuguese and English.
Advanced oral proficiency and fluency in both Portuguese and English, including the ability to accurately convey complex concepts and specialized terminology.
Ability to interpret spoken communication accurately while preserving the speaker's original meaning, tone, intent, and context.
Strong listening comprehension, concentration, communication, and real-time language processing skills.
Ability to maintain interpretation accuracy and professionalism during extended or technically complex discussions.
Ability and willingness to travel to various CONUS and OCONUS locations based on assignment requirements.
Willingness and ability to successfully complete a simultaneous interpretation proficiency test as part of the qualification process.
Willingness to successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) screening/interview, as required by the customer.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise professional judgment, and comply with applicable customer and assignment-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior military experience and/or demonstrated familiarity with military terminology, organizational structures, culture, operations, and environments.
Previous experience providing interpretation services in government, military, defense, intelligence, or professional conference settings.
Experience interpreting technical, operational, mission-related, or specialized subject matter requiring advanced terminology and contextual understanding.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to diverse audiences, complex subject matter, and dynamic professional environments.
Strong interpersonal communication, cultural awareness, professionalism, and sound judgment.
Experience supporting multi-day conferences, high-level meetings, or other events requiring sustained simultaneous interpretation.

Responsibilities

Provide professional Portuguese-English simultaneous interpretation during conferences, meetings, briefings, and other scheduled engagements.
Provide consecutive interpretation as required to support assignment-specific communication needs.
Interpret spoken communication between Portuguese and English while preserving the original meaning, tone, intent, context, and technical accuracy.
Accurately interpret specialized terminology, complex discussions, and subject matter relevant to each assignment.
Provide interpretation support in professional conference, government, military, and other mission-related environments as required.
Travel to designated CONUS and OCONUS locations to support scheduled assignments.
Maintain professionalism, accuracy, discretion, confidentiality, and ethical conduct throughout each engagement.
Adapt interpretation techniques, delivery, and terminology to different audiences, subject matter, communication styles, and operational environments.
Perform effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure conference and meeting settings while maintaining interpretation quality and consistency.
Collaborate with event coordinators, meeting participants, and other interpreters to support effective communication and successful assignment execution.