Building a Sustainable Freelance Interpreting Business

Date: 29 November 2026
Time: 10:00–12:00

About this session

Successful freelance practice requires more than excellent interpreting skills. This session focuses on developing the systems, boundaries, and business practices needed to build a sustainable and resilient freelance career.

Topics include workload management, communicating fees confidently, setting professional boundaries, income protection, and long-term business sustainability.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Implement digital systems to manage workload and reduce administrative pressure.
Communicate fees, terms, and professional boundaries clearly and confidently.
Develop strategies to support financial stability and long-term sustainability.

About the Trainer

Dionne has worked within the Deaf community for over 25 years and as a sign language interpreter for more than 20 years.

Known for her work with ITV SignPost and other high-profile interpreting assignments across the UK and Europe, she now specialises in digital accessibility and inclusive technology.

As Director of Diverse Digital Group CIC, Dionne supports organisations to develop ethical, accessible, and culturally competent digital services for Deaf, disabled, and other under-served communities.

Key Information

CPD Points: 2 x Structured
Trainer: Dionne Simpson - RSLI
Language of Instruction: English
Notetaker present: TBD
Cameras on or off? On preferrably
Active/Passive Participation? Either
Recorded? No

Building a Sustainable Freelance Interpreting Business (BSL/ISL CPD)

Choose your tickets

RSLI & Qualified Professionals ticket

TSLI & Pre-Registration Colleagues ticket