Keara Beck Ortt
Interpreter
Phone:
859-493-2123
Email:
Certifications and Licenses:
NIC Certified
Kentucky License
Idaho License
A Bit About Me
I grew up in the beautiful state of Kentucky. Practically born on stage, I started singing and performing when I was only 18 months old and have been involved in performance and Theater ever since. I was first exposed to American Sign Language through interactions with students at the Kentucky School for the Deaf. After graduating from Asbury University with a degree in Media Communications, with a double emphasis in production and performance, I entered and graduated from the Interpreter Training Program at Eastern Kentucky University. I received my National Certification in 2010 and I have been interpreting full time for over 13 years.
Work Experience
October 2014-Present
Interpreter
Independent Contractor
January 2018-Present
CareVacations
Interpreter
Interpreter Trainer
Material Development
2010-2014
Bluegrass Community
& Technical College
Interpreter
Full time Independent Contractor, working in a variety of on-site settings including theatrical, medical, post secondary and K-12. Extensive VRS and VRI experience as well.
Interpreter for CareVacations specializing in Theatrical Cruise Line Interpreting settings. In addition to Interpreting, I also am responsible for training newly hired interpreters. I also created and continually maintain all training materials including video files, scripts, and additional documents.
Began as a contract Interpreter and then moved to a full time staff position. Interpreted in a variety of subject areas including Radiology Tech, Machine Tool Technology, Medical Terminology and General Education classes.
