We surveyed 255 sign language interpreters to learn what personality traits and interests make them unique. Here are the results.
Sign language interpreters are artistic and social
Sign language interpreters tend to be predominantly artistic individuals, meaning that they are creative and original and work well in a setting that allows for self-expression. They also tend to be social, meaning that they thrive in situations where they can interact with, persuade, or help people.
If you are one or both of these archetypes, you may be well suited to be a sign language interpreter. However, if you are realistic, this is probably not a good career for you. Unsure of where you fit in? Take the career test now.
Here’s how the Holland codes of the average sign language interpreter break down:
The top personality traits of sign language interpreters are social responsibility and conscientiousness
Sign language interpreters score highly on social responsibility, indicating that they desire fair outcomes and have a general concern for others. They also tend to be high on the measure of conscientiousness, which means that they are methodical, reliable, and generally plan out things in advance.
Once again, let’s break down the components of the personality of an average sign language interpreter: