Job Description
Job Description
Job Position : Braille and Tactile Graphic Specialist.
Location : Washington, DC.
Job Type : Full time
Requirements :
- Unified English Braille (UEB) Certification : The candidate shall have proficiency and, ideally, certification in UEB, including the ability to transcribe complex text and foreign language materials (e.g., Spanish).
- The candidate shall have at least one primary embosser and at least one backup embosser.
- The candidate shall be able to transcribe electronic and hard copy documents into braille, as well as emboss, burst, and collate a specified number of copies with bindings.
- Braille Translation Software Proficiency : The candidate shall be Expert-level skill in using industry-standard braille translation software capable of outputting .brf files.
- Graphic Design Software Proficiency : The candidate shall have the Ability to work with software suitable for preparing and simplifying images for tactile representation, adhering to tactile graphic design principles.
Duties :
Braille Transcription : Transcribing NLS-provided text, including Spanish, into Unified English Braille (UEB) documents. This involves adhering to NLS Specification 801, BANA code requirements, and NLS Information Guide instructions.File Production : Creating and emailing. brf braille files to the Library Contracting Officer Representative.Proofreading : Ensuring 100% accuracy of all braille documents before delivery.Hard Copy Production : Embossing hard copy braille documents on 11.5 x 11.25-inch braille paper using interpoint. This includes bursting, collating, and binding (staple for 10 pages or less, comb for 11+ pages, spiral for larger documents, and multiple equal volumes for very large documents).Cover Pages : Producing front and back pages in both print and braille, incorporating NLS-provided PDF text and indicating the final number of braille volumes.Shipping : Mailing completed documents via Free Matter, or commercial carrier (cost covered by NLS if ordered), to designated locations including NLS warehouses or conference sites.Information Guides : Providing a minimum of 15 embossed copies of Information Guides, with potential for additional copies.Tactile Graphics : Producing tactile graphics, with large surface area graphics requiring 2-to-4-page foldouts. Additional embossed / bound copies of. brf files may be requestedPowered by JazzHR
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