I am a professional freelance sign language interpreter based in Washington D.C. I have over 20 years of experience providing a voice to Deaf people. I am new to the world of voice acting. I am accustomed to being working alone and understand the importance of deadlines.

Robyn J. Karimi

I am a professional freelance sign language interpreter based in Washington D.C. I have over 20 years of experience providing a voice to Deaf people. I am new to the world of voice acting. I am accustomed to being working alone and understand the importance of deadlines.

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I am a professional freelance sign language interpreter based in Washington D.C. I have over 20 years of experience providing a voice to Deaf people. I am new to the world of voice acting. I am accustomed to being working alone and understand the importance of deadlines.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Private Practice Interpreter at Private Practice
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provide sign language interpretation across diverse settings including Deaf-led meetings, high-profile events, panels, and medical and educational contexts.
Private Practice Interpreter at Private Practice
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Interpretation services for a range of clients in St. Louis, MO, including Deaf-led events and professional settings.
Private Practice Interpreter at Private Practice
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Interpretation services across multiple settings in Oahu, HI, including medical, educational, and community events.
Staff Interpreter at Access Interpreting
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Interpreting in a fast-paced environment; provided interpreting services and contributed to team operations at Access Interpreting.
Private Practice Interpreter at Private Practice
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013
Private interpreting work in Washington, DC with a variety of clients and settings.
Mentorship Participant at Gallaudet Interpreting Mentorship
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Competitively selected for a paid mentorship designed to enhance interpreting skills; participated in workshops with Deaf presenters and experienced interpreters.
Interpreter at Direct Contract Technical School
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
Interpreted a variety of technical courses such as AutoCAD and advanced math; became familiar with Computer Science and field-specific technical content; adapted to signing styles in a fast-paced environment; interpreted complex group projects and presentations from ASL to English.
Private Practice Interpreter at Private Practice
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2008
Private interpreting work in St. Augustine, FL for a duration spanning 2002-2008.

Education

AAS Sign Language Interpreting at Florida Community College at Jacksonville
January 1, 2002 - June 22, 2026
AS General Studies at Florida Community College at Jacksonville
January 1, 2003 - June 22, 2026

Qualifications

RID NIC Master certification
January 1, 2009 - June 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Government, Professional Services