Conference Interpreting

Things to Consider

Pre Conference Considerations: 

• Airfare, hotel (paid?) Do you have to room with another interpreter?

• Prep material provided?

  • Paid prep time?

  • Meet with Deaf presenters

• Hourly rate sometimes higher (high pressure/stage/dense/difficult information) 

• Paid session by session or full day flat rate?

• Familiarize yourself with the topic/acronyms/important people for that organization. 

During Conference Considerations: 

• Food (are they providing it? Do you need to go get it?)

• Per Diem? 

• Do you have your team/the team of interpreters contact info? (group texts/app)

• Will you have a POC on-site? If so, who and do you have their contact info?

• Parking paid?

• Advocate for sufficient breaks (bathroom, food, rest) 

• Always have water and snacks with you. 

• Conference attire is typically more business vs business casual - we typically match the presenters.  Comfortable shoes - lots of walking/standing

Post Conference Considerations: 

• Who to invoice? 

• Conference feedback provided?