The Rise of Remote Simultaneous Interpreting: A New Opportunity for Freelance Interpreters
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Summary
The article discusses the transformation of the interpreting profession following the Covid-19 pandemic, focusing on the rise of remote simultaneous interpreting (RSI). It argues that freelance interpreters should view this shift not as a threat but as an opportunity, as the market structure and client perceptions have evolved permanently. The piece addresses how RSI emerged as a necessary solution during the pandemic and has since become a lasting change in the profession.
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What began as a sudden shift during the Covid pandemic has evolved into a lasting change in how interpreters work, how clients perceive language services, and how the market itself is structured.
For freelance interpreters, this moment represents not a threat, but a remarkable opportunity.
When the pandemic disrupted in-person events worldwide, remote simultaneous interpreting (RSI) emerged almost overnight as a necessary solution.
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