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Sign Language Specialist

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Provide sign-language consultation to other Sorenson teams as needed. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Travel Requirements Travel Requirements: Less than ...

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Sign Language Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site +1

$57K - $96K/yr

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Sign Language Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$27.74 - $46.30/hr

Provide sign-language consultation to other Sorenson teams as needed. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Travel Requirements Travel Requirements: Less than ...

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How much do language consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for language consultant in the United States is $49.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a language consultant do?

A Language Consultant helps individuals or businesses improve their language use, whether for communication, translation, localization, or cultural adaptation. They may work with written content, spoken language, or training programs to enhance linguistic accuracy and effectiveness. Their expertise is often used in fields like marketing, corporate communication, education, or international business.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a language consultant?

To thrive as a Language Consultant, strong linguistic expertise, proficiency in one or more languages, and typically a related degree in linguistics, translation, or language studies are essential. Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, terminology management software, and industry certifications such as ATA or similar credentials are commonly expected. Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability help Language Consultants effectively interact with diverse clients and teams. These capabilities are crucial to deliver accurate, culturally appropriate language solutions that meet client and project requirements in dynamic professional settings.

What types of clients do language consultants work with, and how does this affect their daily responsibilities?

Language Consultants often collaborate with clients from industries such as education, business, healthcare, media, and government, providing language support, translation, localization, or cultural consultation. The nature of the client’s needs can impact daily tasks, such as developing customized language training, reviewing and adapting documents for different markets, or advising on cross-cultural communication strategies. Consultants regularly work independently but also engage with project managers, editors, and subject-matter experts to ensure project accuracy and consistency. This diversity offers varied challenges and learning opportunities, making the role engaging for those who enjoy problem-solving and working across different sectors.

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Infographic showing various Language Consultant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,425 per year, or $49.7 per hour.

Student Language Consultant

Lawrence, KS • On-site

University of Kansas
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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34% - Class Participation and Language Consultation
  • Attend and actively participate in three scheduled class sessions each week (10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.) in Blake Hall.
  • Serve as the primary language consultant during class activities and discussions.
  • Provide language data and examples as requested by students and the instructor.
33% - Student Meetings and Collaboration
  • Be available for meetings with students outside of scheduled class time at mutually convenient times.
  • Assist students with course-related language analysis activities.
  • Support student learning by participating in guided consultation sessions.
33% - Language Questions and Responses
  • Respond to student questions regarding language use, pronunciation, grammar, and sentence structure.
  • Provide accurate and consistent language information in person.
  • Work under the guidance of the course instructor to support students' analysis of the language.
,This position serves as a Language Consultant for a mixed undergraduate and graduate Field Methods course in the Department of Linguistics. The purpose of the course is for students to work with a speaker of a language that is unfamiliar to them and apply their linguistic knowledge to analyze and describe the language's sound system and syntax. The Language Consultant's primary responsibility is to answer questions posed by students about their language under the guidance of the course instructor, Professor John Gluckman. The consultant will support the students' language analysis process but will not be expected to teach the language. The student must be able to work 10 hours per week. 

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