Most interpreters are self-employed and they can do translate from Spanish to English, English to French, do sign language or translate sign language. Depending on the background and schooling of the interpreter, they can pretty much translate whatever they are capable of doing. In 2005 the average salary for an interpreter was a little over $75,000 annually. However, the annual salaries are
. going up and could be over $100,000 for the more highly skilled interpreters in the next few years. The more experience you have and schooling you have obtained, the more money you will make. http://www.collegegrad.com/careers/proft105.shtml.