The good news for you
As a freelancer without a business, you are exempt from the obligation to keep double-entry accounts under the Income Tax Act (EStG), regardless of turnover and profit. The principle of so-called simple bookkeeping applies to you.
Seewara is the best choice for you to have your bookkeeping done by professionals. Find out more about your field of activity and industry here.What do you actually do as a Interpreter?
An interpreter is a professional who translates oral communication between people with different languages. The duties and responsibilities of an interpreter include
- Oral translation: Interpreters translate spoken language in real time, allowing communication between people who speak different languages. This can take place in conferences, meetings, court hearings or conversations.
- Consecutive interpreting: In this method, the interpreter listens to the speaker, notes important information and then translates the spoken text after the speaker has paused. This is often used in small groups or conversations.
- Simultaneous interpreting: Interpreters translate speech as it is being spoken, often using headphones and microphones. This method is often used at large events, conferences or international meetings.
- Interpreting in specific contexts: Interpreters can specialise in certain fields such as law, medicine, technology or business to ensure they understand the specific terminology and context.
- Preparation and research: They prepare for the interpreting session by reading up on the topic, researching relevant terminology and liaising with the speakers or participants.
- Cultural mediation: Interpreters need to understand not only the language but also the cultural nuances to avoid misunderstandings and ensure appropriate communication.
- Neutrality and impartiality: Interpreters must remain neutral and impartial during their work to ensure fair communication between the parties.
- Confidentiality: They must respect the confidentiality of the information they receive while interpreting, especially in sensitive contexts such as legal or medical conversations.
- Collaboration with other professionals: Interpreters often work with other professionals, including translators, language trainers and event organisers, to ensure that all communication needs are met.
- Continuing education: Many interpreters regularly attend continuing education and training courses to improve their language skills and interpreting techniques and to keep up to date with current developments in their field.
Overall, an interpreter plays a crucial role in intercultural communication by overcoming language barriers and facilitating the exchange of ideas, information and cultures.
