About Us
Deaf Connect is the largest whole-of-life service provider for Deaf, Deafblind and hard of hearing Australians, with offices across Queensland and NSW, as well in Adelaide, Melbourne and Darwin.
We stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture and language.
We offer an attractive benefits program including:
* Salary packaging, enabling you to make huge savings on tax and maximise your pay
* Flexible working arrangements
* Discount membership to gyms and facilities throughout Australia
* Free annual flu vaccinations
* Free comprehensive online learning portal
* Financial support to learn Auslan and gain nationally recognised qualifications through our own Registered Training Organisation
* Free financial wellness support through our default super fund
Join our innovative, collaborative and supportive team and know that your contribution is making a difference to the lives of Deaf and hard of hearing Australians.
About The Role
Working under the direction of the Translations Services, you will be required to develop Auslan translator content for internal and external clients.
You will utilise your translator production and editing skills to ensure Auslan videos are produced at a high standard, including ensuring captioning and voice over where required.
At Deaf Connect we work with Government and Not-for Profits, as well as developing internal content creation.
We support staff with their NAATI credentials, and we are committed to supporting experienced Translators towards obtaining their accreditation.
If you have translator experience, pride yourself on your time management skills, ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple projects we would love you to apply.
About You
In your application, let us know that you have these key skills and experience:
* Fluency in Auslan, knowledge and understanding of the Deaf community, its language and culture
* Ability to adjust language register to meet the audience needs
* Good understanding of English
* Ability to understand and analyse an English source text message
* Good presentation skills and strong communication skills
* Ability to work in team environments and work independently
* Experience in Auslan translations
* NAATI Recognised Practicing Translator (English to Auslan) certification (or working towards).
You should also let us know if you have these other great skills:
* Ability to use technology and equipment including cameras, lighting and tripods
Download Position Description