Visual Interpreter

About the Role As a Virtual Visual Interpreter, you will play a vital and meaningful role in providing real-time visual description and assistance to employees who are blind or have low vision. Through live video, screen-sharing, or remote connection, you will serve as the eyes of the employees you support, helping them navigate their workplace environment, complete professional tasks, and engage with their colleagues with greater independence and confidence. This is a deeply human-centered role that combines strong visual analysis abilities, highly articulate communication, quick thinking, and a genuine passion for accessibility and inclusion in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities Real-Time Audio Description:

Provide accurate verbal descriptions of visual environments, documents, screens, printed materials, machinery, room layouts, and more. Convert complex, 3D visual information into clear, concise, and objective "word pictures," noting specific landmarks, colors, textures, and potential safety hazards.

Navigation & Spatial Guidance:

Assist employees in safely navigating physical or digital spaces (including unfamiliar environments or crowded workplaces) by describing what is seen through a live camera feed using strong directional terminology (e.g., clock-face directions).

Workplace Assistance:

Read and interpret text from signage, forms, labels, and other written materials. Help employees identify objects, people, and spatial layouts.

Technical Troubleshooting & Support:

Guide users through navigating software, using office equipment (like printers or scanners), or adjusting their camera angles effectively.

Communication & Adaptation:

Maintain a calm, clear, steady, and professional communication style. Adapt descriptions to the individual needs, goals, and preferences of each employee.

Platform Utilization:

Use video conferencing, video relay services, screen-sharing tools, specialized remote interpreting software, and assistive technology platforms to connect with employees.

Strict Confidentiality:

Uphold strict data privacy and confidentiality, as interpreters often view sensitive personal or corporate information while on calls.

Documentation & Improvement:

Document session notes, flag any accessibility or technical issues, participate in ongoing training, and collaborate with team members to continuously improve the employee experience.

Pay:

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person