Sign Language Interpreters – ASL Interpreters

As a Sign Language Interpreting Agency, it’s sometimes easy to forget that many people are completely unfamiliar with Deaf Culture and the variety of languages used. What is American Sign Language?  (ASL) ASL is a complete, complex language that employs signs made by moving the hands combined with facial expressions and postures of the body. […]

If you also want to learn ASL and learn to interpret, this advice comes from a seasoned interpreter in the field. Breathe! You will make mistakes…own them! Find a mentor that you know, love and trust that will support you AND tell you the truth! Skip the ego phase if you can. Breathe! Be the […]

The Sign Language Company asked a group of interpreters to share their thoughts regarding this question. What advice would you offer to new interpreters?  What do you know NOW that you wish you had known THEN?  We received an amazing response to this question and also feedback from new interpreters who welcomed this insight from […]

Welcome to our first posting for The Sign Language Company!  The title of this post is actually our Mission Statement. Short and Sweet! And yes it’s a tall order, but we think it’s worth pursuing.With over 25 years of experience, insight, problem solving, juggling and striving to meet our mission, we hope this blog will […]