Shanette Fee
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
As a Sign Language Interpreter, I experienced a variety of settings and focused on conveying real-time information to Deaf or Hard of Hearing clients. I am successful at interpreting for meetings, interviews, appointments and conversations, as well as organizing supporting materials and compiling notes. I am looking for a permanent role with room for advancement. I am an ally to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Interpreter
Sorenson Communications
Los Angeles, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.
- Interpreted conference calls and other workplace communications in real-time.
- Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
- Translated spoken words simultaneously orally or using hand signs, maintaining message content and style.
- Adhered to ethical codes protecting information confidentiality.
- Compiled background information on content and context of translations for intended audience.
- I was assigned a variety of jobs, ranging from VRS, medical and dental appointments, shows with spoken word, plays, lobby interpreting, interviews, presentations, research projects, warehouses and more.
VRS Interpreter
Sorenson Communications
Burbank, CA
07.2022 - Current
- Facilitated calls between people who are Deaf and use sign language to make telephone calls or to or interact with hearing people by phone.
- On a daily basis used video equipment and the internet to accomplish work, with distinct differences.
- Supported telephone communication between people in separate locations.
ASL Interpreter
Various ASL Interpreting Agencies
Greater Bay Area, Stanislaus & Monterey County , CA
06.2019 - 07.2022
- I was assigned a variety of jobs, ranging from VRS, medical and dental appointments, shows with spoken word, plays, lobby interpreting, interviews, presentations, research projects, warehouses and more.
- While on assignments I execute a variety of tasks:
- Follow ethical codes to protect confidentiality of the assignments information.
- Interpret procedural information to facilitate understanding between doctors and patients.
- Maintain optimistic and hard working in fast-paced environment.
- Attend training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Provide interpretation services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing in a variety of settings.
- Maintain message content, tone and emotion as closely. as possible.
ASL Interpreter-Educational
Stellar Signing
Salinas, CA
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Perform variety of instructional duties.
- Working under the direction of on-site personnel(principal & teachers).
- Maintain message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible.
- Assist with developing communication skills and socialization skills.
- Support student(s) education by accompanying ASL signers to classes and variety of school activities.
- Maintain energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Attend training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Chabot College
Hayward, CA05.2019
Certificate of Achievement in ASL-Eng Interpreter - Interpreting And Deaf Studies
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA05.2019
Skills
- Language Interpretation
- Medical Interpreting Assistance
- Oral and Written Communications
- American Sign Language Proficient
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communications
- Educational Settings
- Cultural Understanding
- Customer Satisfaction
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Community Interpreter
Sorenson Communications
07.2023 - Current
VRS Interpreter
Sorenson Communications
07.2022 - Current
ASL Interpreter-Educational
Stellar Signing
12.2020 - 06.2022
ASL Interpreter
Various ASL Interpreting Agencies
06.2019 - 07.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Chabot College
Certificate of Achievement in ASL-Eng Interpreter - Interpreting And Deaf Studies
Ohlone College
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