Virtual Visual Interpreter – Workplace Accessibility Support
About The Position
We are seeking a compassionate and highly articulate Virtual Visual Interpreter to provide real-time workplace support for employees who are blind or have low vision. In this role, you will serve as a trusted accessibility partner, delivering live visual descriptions and navigation assistance through video, screen-sharing, and remote communication tools. This is a highly people-focused role that combines strong communication skills, visual analysis, problem-solving, and a passion for accessibility and inclusion. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to helping others navigate workplace environments with confidence and independence.
Requirements
- Exceptional verbal communication and descriptive storytelling abilities
- Strong ability to analyze and communicate visual information quickly, accurately, and objectively
- Excellent active listening skills and ability to anticipate user needs
- High attention to detail and strong observational skills
- Strong spatial awareness and ability to provide directional guidance
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in dynamic or fast-paced situations
- Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in ambiguous situations
- Ability to multitask while processing visual information and maintaining conversation
- Comfortable learning and utilizing new technologies, platforms, and accessibility tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused and service-oriented mindset
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting accessibility, disability services, education, social services, or caregiving programs
- Familiarity with blind and low-vision communities and accessibility best practices
- Experience using assistive technologies such as VoiceOver, JAWS, NVDA, or related tools
- Customer service, coaching, training, retail, or virtual support experience
- Knowledge of visual arts, geography, design, architecture, or other disciplines that support visual description skills
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time verbal descriptions of visual environments, documents, presentations, screens, printed materials, equipment, and workplace surroundings
- Translate complex visual information into clear, concise, objective "word pictures" to support employee understanding and decision-making
- Assist employees with navigation of physical and digital spaces using directional guidance and spatial orientation techniques
- Read and interpret signage, forms, labels, written materials, and on-screen content
- Support employees with identifying people, objects, room layouts, and workplace environments
- Guide users through software navigation, office equipment usage, and basic technology troubleshooting
- Utilize video conferencing platforms, screen-sharing tools, remote access applications, and assistive technology systems to deliver support
- Adapt communication style and descriptions to meet individual employee needs and preferences
- Document session activity, identify accessibility concerns, and contribute recommendations for service improvement
- Maintain strict confidentiality while supporting employees and handling sensitive information
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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