Interpreter and translator, Kaiwhakamāori ā-waha, ā-tuhi
Also known as
- Sign language interpreter, court interpreter, interpreter, translator, language translator
Interpreters and translators convert different forms of spoken, signed or written language into other languages.
Duration
02:27 mins
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$56K to $95K
Most common
$129K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-5 years
Interpreters and translators
- usually work regular business hours, but may work part time or be on call
- usually work in offices, courts, hospitals, schools and other workplaces and may travel locally
- need to be accurate, communicate well and work well under pressure
Tasks
- translate information for others
- compile technical information or documentation
- conduct research to inform art, designs, or other work
- verify accuracy of data
- provide educational information to the public
- edit written materials
- train others on work processes
- confer with clients to determine needs
Creative
Social
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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You need
- experience in similar work
- to be fluent in English and another language
You may need
- a Bachelor of Arts (NZSL-English Interpreting)
- a postgraduate certificate or diploma in translating and interpreting
- a master's degree in translating and interpreting
- a recognised practising credential
If you’re in school
You usually need Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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