Concerts, conferences, community festivals, and graduation ceremonies often bring people together—but without proper language access, not everyone can fully participate. As cities like Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New York continue to host large-scale public events, the need for professional interpreters—especially in American Sign Language (ASL) and Spanish—has never been more essential.
At Spot On Interpreting, we provide expert event interpretation services that ensure all attendees, regardless of language or hearing ability, feel included and informed.
The Power of Inclusion at Events
When an ASL interpreter stands on stage at a concert or a Spanish interpreter helps facilitate community outreach, the message is clear: everyone is welcome. Interpretation ensures that language is not a barrier to access, allowing Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and limited-English-proficient (LEP) individuals to experience events just like everyone else.
Interpretation services are especially critical at:
- Graduation ceremonies and commencements
- Political town halls or campaign events
- Religious gatherings and celebrations
- Music festivals and theater performances
- Public safety meetings and emergency briefings
From Sacramento to San Diego, more event planners are partnering with interpreting agencies to create accessible spaces for all audiences.
Logistics and Best Practices
Successful event interpretation requires planning. Coordinators must consider:
- Visibility: ASL interpreters should be clearly visible to Deaf attendees
- Audio access: Interpreters need clear audio feeds and scripts when available
- Team interpreting: For events longer than 30–45 minutes, teams of interpreters rotate to maintain accuracy and prevent fatigue
- Cultural competence: Interpreters must be sensitive to the context and audience
Whether it’s in-person or via live-streaming, Spot On Interpreting provides the tools and professionals needed to support your event from start to finish.
📩 Contact us today to ensure your next event is accessible and inclusive for everyone in attendance.
