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Braille and Tactile Graphic Specialist

Braille and Tactile Graphic Specialist

Ladgov CorporationDC, WA, US
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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 requested Powered by JazzHR
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