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How much do deaf translator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for deaf translator in the United States is $25.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a deaf translator?

Deaf Translators are professionals who are deaf or hard of hearing and specialize in translating spoken or written language into sign language, or from one sign language to another. They often work alongside hearing interpreters to ensure accurate and culturally appropriate communication for deaf individuals. Deaf Translators have a deep understanding of deaf culture, regional sign language variations, and the unique needs of the deaf community, making them essential in educational, medical, legal, and community settings.

How does a deaf translator typically collaborate with other members of an interpretation team during events or meetings?

Deaf Translators often work closely with hearing interpreters, Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDIs), and event coordinators to ensure accurate and culturally appropriate communication. Collaboration usually involves pre-event briefings to discuss the agenda and assign roles, real-time teamwork during interpretation, and post-event debriefs to address any challenges. This team-based approach helps maintain message clarity and supports the needs of Deaf participants, especially when interpreting complex or nuanced information.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a deaf translator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Deaf Translator, you need fluency in sign language and written/spoken languages, along with a deep understanding of Deaf culture, often supported by relevant certifications. Familiarity with translation software, video relay systems, and assistive communication technologies is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and attention to detail help build trust and ensure accurate communication. These skills are crucial for bridging language gaps, promoting inclusivity, and providing effective communication access for Deaf and hearing individuals.

What is the difference between Deaf Translator vs Sign Language Interpreter?

AspectDeaf TranslatorSign Language Interpreter
CredentialsDeaf Translator certifications, language proficiencyInterpreter certifications (e.g., RID, NAD)
Work EnvironmentDocument translation, educational settings, mediaLive communication, events, meetings
Industry UsageMedia, education, publishingConferences, medical, legal, community services

Deaf Translators focus on translating written or visual content into sign language, often working with media or educational materials. Sign Language Interpreters facilitate real-time communication between Deaf and hearing individuals. While both roles require sign language proficiency and relevant certifications, Deaf Translators primarily handle static content, whereas Sign Language Interpreters work in live settings.

How do you become a deaf translator?

To become a deaf translator, individuals typically need fluency in sign language and written language, often achieved through specialized education or training programs. Many pursue certification from organizations such as the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) to demonstrate their skills and improve employment prospects.

How much do deaf translators get paid?

Deaf translators, also known as sign language interpreters, typically earn between $20 and $50 per hour, depending on experience, certification, and location. Salaries can range from around $40,000 to over $80,000 annually for full-time positions, especially in healthcare, legal, or government settings where specialized skills are required.
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Infographic showing various Deaf Translator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $53,349 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Sign Language Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Sorenson Communications
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$27.74 - $46.30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Sorenson Communications rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

Job Summary
The Sign Language Specialist is the hands-on practitioner role at the center of Sorenson's Sign Language Team. You annotate sign language video content in-house, validate AI-generated output for linguistic correctness, contribute signs to the team's dictionary expansion, and support other Sorenson teams when they need Deaf-led sign-language input.
The team's scope today is the sign-language varieties used in North America, ASL as the core, plus PSE, SEE, and related styles, and is designed to extend to additional sign-language varieties over time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Review ASL content for training applicability
  • Transcribe ASL content to English
  • Annotate sign language video content, adding linguistic labels and metadata to raw video.
  • Help build and refine the team's sign language dictionary.
  • Validate AI-generated sign output for linguistic correctness, naturalness, and cultural appropriateness.
  • Provide sign-language consultation to other Sorenson teams as needed.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Travel Requirements
Travel Requirements: Less than 25%
Education
Minimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree In ASL Linguistics, Deaf Studies, ASL Studies, Interpreting, Deaf Education, or related fields.
Experience
2 Years of substantive professional ASL work (annotation, linguistics, interpreting, Deaf education, or comparable).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Required
  • Bilingual in ASL and English, with the ability to produce and quality-assure professional English transcriptions from ASL source content.
  • Working knowledge of ASL linguistics, including familiarity with gloss conventions and non-manual markers.
  • Experience producing, translating, or quality-assuring captioned, transcribed, or translated ASL content.
  • Comfortable working with computer-based tools, transcription tooling, and AI-augmented workflows; willingness to learn new software.
  • Attention to detail, consistency, and willingness to follow and improve standardized conventions.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with peer Specialists, Senior Specialists, the Lead, and engineering teams.
  • Proficiency with standard productivity and collaboration tools (Microsoft Office, Confluence, JIRA, or equivalent).
  • Positive attitude, team player, strong interpersonal communication skills, and able to work across research, engineering, and business departments.
  • Preferred
  • American Sign Language as a primary or native language.
  • Prior captioning, subtitling, or transcription experience - particularly ASL-to-English work.
  • Background as a Deaf bilingual professional or as a graduate of Gallaudet, RIT/NTID, or a comparable ASL/Deaf-focused program.
  • Active and informed participant in the Deaf community, with awareness of regional and generational ASL variation.
  • Certification as a Deaf Interpreter (CDI) for asynchronous transcription or translation work.
  • Familiarity with annotation tools such as ELAN, CVAT, or similar platforms.
  • Experience working with AI/ML teams, technology companies, or research groups that generate sign language data.
  • Familiarity with PSE, SEE, and other North American signing varieties.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
  • Able to travel up to 5% of the time.
  • Able to sit/stand for long periods of time in an office or remote work environment.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and related tools.
  • Regular and predictable attendance required.

Come be a part of our mission and make a meaningful and positive impact with the industry leading provider of language services for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing!
Full time Benefits
  • Paid Vacation Time and Paid Sick Time and Paid Holidays
  • 401k 6% match with immediate vesting
  • Nationwide Medical Insurance plans and coverage (Medical, Dental/Orthodontia, Vision)
    • TeleDoc
    • HSA company match
    • 3 Medical plan options including a Low Deductible PPO Medical Plan Offering
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Engaged Employee Resource Groups
  • Outstanding Learning and Career Development Opportunities

Pay Range: Actual pay may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for incentive compensation.
* Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role *
Company Summary
Our Mission...Leveraging the Power of Language, we connect lives and enrich the human experience.
Our Vision...To provide global language services that expand opportunities, nurture belonging, and empower the world to connect beyond words.
As one of the world's leading language services providers, Sorenson combines patented technology with human-centric solutions. We strive to increase accessibility and inclusion through communication solutions for all: call captioning and video relay services, over-video and in-person sign language and spoken language interpreting, translation, real-time captioning, and post-production language services. Sorenson's impact vision and plan extends to enhancing generational wealth and inclusive workplaces for our employees and the communities we serve.
We achieve great things together working "The Sorenson Way" with our employee values: Customer First, Can-Do Attitude, Collective Action, Growth Mindset, Ownership, and Connect Direct.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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