TCS Interpreting and Captions

01/27/2026

🚨 Workshop Alert! 🚨 Join us for an exciting Zoom workshop to learn why you might owe more in taxes and what you can do about it.

Register Here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/03fd11ce845b4662b807983d91070caf

Visual Descriptions (VD): A yellow, black, and white promotional flyer from TCS Interpreting & Captions. At the top is the TCS logo. Large bold text reads: “I Owe a Lot of Taxes… Why Does This Happen and What Can I Do About It?” A large black calculator image appears on the right. The flyer announces a live online workshop on Saturday, February 28, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM EST. A photo of the presenter, Rosemary Bocian, shows a smiling woman seated in a chair wearing a black blazer and red pants. Text reads, “Presented in ASL by Rosemary Bocian.” A description explains that owing more in taxes than expected can be stressful, especially for freelance interpreters, and that the workshop will explain why it happens, what options exist, and how to avoid future surprises. Session takeaways are listed: estimated taxes explained, W-4 guidance, payment plan options, tax relief basics, and red flags to avoid. Additional details include: 0.2 PS CEUs for $50, non-CEUs for $30, and a contact email (cmp@tcsteams.com). The workshop is open to freelance interpreters, interpreting students, and community members. A yellow “Register Here” button (Registration Link) and a QR code appear at the bottom. Logos indicate RID CMP sponsorship. TCS Interpreting & Captions is an approved RID Sponsor for continuing education activities. This Professional Studies Program is offered at 0.2 CEUs at the little/none knowledge level.

01/19/2026

VD: The flyer features a close-up image of the American flag as the full background, appearing soft folds and slight crumpling rather than lying flat. Centered near the top in clean, bold lettering, the text reads “Today We Remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day,” followed directly beneath by the phrase “★ I Have a Dream ★”.

12/31/2025

From all of us at TCS Interpreting and Captions, we wish you a Happy New Year filled with joy, growth, and new beginnings!

Visual Description: The video opens on a dark night sky, with a city visible along the lower portion of the screen. Cars move through the city below, captured from a distant, elevated viewpoint. Soft instrumental music plays in the background. As the video begins, fireworks light up each corner of the screen. A glowing light, resembling a firework trail, moves in a circular motion around the centered caption that reads: “Happy New Year. May the year ahead be filled with new opportunities, great adventures, and endless happiness.” Beneath the message, the TCS Interpreting and Captions logo appears.

12/24/2025

TCS would like to wish you and yours a Happy Holiday and a Happy New Year.

Visual description: Video caption reads “Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from TCS” with the TCS logo at the bottom left corner. In the background is a close-up of tree branches with snow on top and lights on the tree. Upbeat seasonal music plays in the background.

11/25/2025

TCS would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving this Thursday. May your holiday be filled with warmth, gratitude, and joy.

Visual Description (VD): soft blend of yellow, orange, and red autumn leaves fades across the background. In the foreground, a cozy tabletop scene features pumpkins and softly glowing candles. Uplifting piano music plays as the caption appears: “Happy Thanksgiving! We hope your holiday is filled with peace, love, and great joy.”

11/13/2025

We are hiring! If you are interested in our Certified Deaf Interpreter/Language and Culture Specialist or Account Manager positions please see the fliers below and send your resume and cover letters to HR@tcsteams.com! We look forward to hearing from you!

11/13/2025

Happy November! We are pleased to introduce another one of our remote staff Interpreters, Brieanne Van De Graaff, for our TCS spotlight of the month!

VD: Yellow background with three dark blue rounded squares.

The first square reads" TCS interpreting and captions, Meet The Team.

The second square reads "Brieanne Van De Graaff, Remote Staff Interpreter," pictured wearing a navy blue shirt with pink abstract patterns paired with light grey earrings. She has medium-length, dirty blonde, wavy hair.

The second square reads "Brieanne Van De Graaff, Remote Staff Interpreter," pictured wearing a navy blue shirt with pink abstract patterns paired with light grey earrings. She has medium-length dirty blonde wavy hair.found impact a skilled interpreter can have, which inspired her to pursue this profession. Since earning her certification, she has worked in a wide variety of settings, including freelance, medical, child services, government, universities, religious services, theater, choirs, and VRS/VRI platforms. She has also participated in many workshops, including a program in the Dominican Republic helping families of deaf children access the resources and language they need. Brieanne is known for her love of the people she interprets for. She quickly adapts to each individual’s preferred ASL style and communication needs with compassion and cultural sensitivity. She holds an undergraduate degree in psychology and criminal justice from Utah Valley University and has pursued coursework in autism and other pervasive disorders at John's Hopkins as well as pre-law studies. She is a devoted mother to seven-year-old twins adopted from Bulgaria. Her son reminds everyone of resilience and strength every day. Simple things that most take for granted, like grabbing objects or standing, take months of therapy, yet he faces each challenge with determination and the most infectious laugh. Her daughter has the imagination of a true storyteller and is a daily source of endless entertainment. She loves learning about anything medical and wants to be a special needs pediatrician when she grows up. Outside of work, Brieanne enjoys crafts and has a fun, playful side that includes remembering quirky song lyrics and TV lines from childhood, bringing joy and humor to those around her. Her family life and personal creativity shape her empathy, resilience, and dedication, both at home and in her interpreting work."

10/31/2025

VD: The image has an orange background with various orange and black pumpkins arranged across the top. In the center, bold text reads, “Have a Spooktacular Day! October 31st.” Two bats are positioned on each side of the message, making a total of four bats in different shapes and sizes. At the bottom of the image is the TCS Interpreting and Captions logo.

10/16/2025

We have exciting news! WE ARE HIRING a Certified Deaf Interpreter/ Language and Culture Specialist!

To Apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to HR@ tcsteams.com

Flyer Description:
The flyer features yellow, gray, white, and black colors. At the top, the TCS Interpreting & Captioning logo is displayed.

The main headline reads:
“We are hiring Certified Deaf Interpreter / Language and Culture Specialist.”

What You’ll Do:

Interpret in community and virtual settings

Manage translation projects

Train staff and clients on ASL and Deaf culture topics

Lead community workshops

To the right, a text box reads:
“We offer competitive compensation and a robust benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being.”

Qualifications:

3+ years of experience as a Certified Deaf Interpreter

Bilingual fluency in ASL and English

Experience in translation project coordination

Experience training in ASL and Deaf culture topics

To Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter to hr@tcsteams.com

Website: www.tcsinterpretingandcaptions.com

At the bottom, it reads:
“At TCS, we’re committed to connecting the Deaf community with exceptional language access. Join us in delivering meaningful impact every day.”

10/10/2025

Please help us nominate Jessica by filling out this form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAYGOMZDiOxp5N-8NjaqZDjBg51Qyz53GUjDnSAmsmfYWt2A/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawNHm-1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTTVB4MXJTd3JYbmdhc1RxAR4tgZJYutwJh2bnF2YTxLBZkMZur9Ovwq79ZFNam85m2gFa1Jnjn3dEh9NRkQ_aem_DF85jMwLb51-tgpH2Ce7Sw

Nominate: Jessica Aiello
Email: Jessica.aiello@tcsteams.com

VD: The video opens with a close-up of a television that is turned off. A hand with a remote comes onto the screen and turns on the TV, and the screen lights up with a message that reads “Important Announcement.” The scene then transitions to Jessica Aiello, a brunette with curly hair, signing in American Sign Language (ASL), saying, "Hello, I'm Jessica Aiello. I wanted to inform you all that I am running for the secretary position for the RID board. I would love your support. I'm excited to contribute to RID's future growth and foundation. I'm looking forward to the opportunity to serve the community at large. Thank you so much!"
Behind her is a light blue wall with two abstract, neutral-toned paintings, adding a modern and calm atmosphere.
At the end of the video, the screen transitions to a still image of Jessica alongside the previously shared “Nominate Jessica Aiello for RID Secretary” flyer.

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

We’re excited to share that our owner, Jessica Aiello, is seeking nomination for the Secretary position on the RID Board of Directors, and we need your help! If you are a current RID member in good standing (and a member of an affiliate chapter), please take a moment to submit your nomination by filling out this form:

Please copy this link and paste it into your browser to vote:

https://lnkd.in/dgVDmADN

Nominate: Jessica Aiello
Email: Jessica.aiello@tcsteams.com

Please feel free to forward this to your colleagues, friends, and fellow RID members. Every nomination counts!

Thank you so much for supporting Jessica and helping elevate strong leadership within our field.
-TCS

Visual Description:

The flyer features a gradient background transitioning from gray at the top corners to white in the center. At the top, a red text box displays “RID Election 2025” in bold white letters. Beneath it, the word “Nominate” appears prominently, followed by “Jessica Aiello” in large white text. Directly under her name is the TCS Interpreting & Captioning logo, and below the logo, the title “RID Secretary” appears in a yellow text box in white lettering. To the right of this section is a photo of Jessica Aiello. She has light brunette, curly hair and is wearing a white undershirt with a yellow blazer, smiling warmly.

Below this main section, three horizontal text boxes provide more information:

Red Text Box:
Reads: “Jessica has been a dedicated leader and a passionate advocate for both interpreters and the Deaf community. This role would give her a platform to continue strengthening our profession on a national level. To get on the ballot, she needs 25 nomination signatures from voting RID members, including one from each of the five regions.”

White Text Box:
Reads: “If you are a current RID member in good standing (and a member of an affiliate chapter), please take a moment to submit your nomination by filling out this form: RID Nomination Form”

Black Text Box:
Reads: “Thank you so much for supporting Jessica and helping elevate strong leadership within our field.” Next to this text, there is a red thumbtack icon pointing to the due date: October 10th.