[Job-Listings] FW: Position Opening - Communications and Accessibility Editor

Wed Aug 23 21:18:08 UTC 2023

From: Ryan Ward <rward at aph.org <mailto:rward at aph.org> > 
Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2023 1:53 PM
Subject: Position Opening - Communications and Accessibility Editor

COMMUNICATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY EDITOR

WHO IS AMERICAN PRINTING HOUSE FOR THE BLIND?

Since 1858, the American Printing House for the Blind has operated in
Louisville, Kentucky as the world's largest nonprofit organization creating
accessible learning experiences through educational, workplace, and
independent living products and services for people who are blind and low
vision.

There's no other place like it.  Creating things that make a real difference
in people's lives is what we do. 

Mission: A world leader in empowering people who are blind or low vision by
providing accessible and innovative products, materials, and services for
lifelong success.

ABIDE: Here at the American Printing House for the Blind, we live by the
motto, "Welcome Everyone".  Many modern organizations value diversity and
inclusion: we choose to go further, understanding that more must be done to
foster a sense of belonging in our institution.  To that end, we are
committed to advancing accessibility and belonging, as well as inclusion,
diversity, and equity in all aspects of our workspace, and to enriching our
company with our distinct life experiences.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Consumer Engagement, the
Communications Accessibility Editor works to ensure that all communication
produced by American Printing House for the Blind (APH) is accessible and/or
available in alternate formats, specifically braille.  The Communications
Accessibility Editor reviews and adapts public facing websites, brochures,
videos, textbooks, e-books, posters, social media, flyers, exhibit
giveaways, sales materials, and more.  They assure that our company is
delivering on its brand promise that APH eliminates barriers to learning and
is creating a future that belongs to everyone.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

*	Review websites and website store for accessibility.  Check all new
website updates for accessibility.  Work with the Accessible Web Developer
and IT to troubleshoot web accessibility technical issues.  Provide
quarterly reports on regular website reviews.
*	Review and approve all APH videos and podcasts for accuracy,
effectiveness, and accessibility, in particular the quality of closed
captions and audio description. Provide transcription support as needed.
Proofread and edit transcriptions. When needed, convene a group of reviewers
for feedback on video/audio portions of accessible descriptions.
*	Produce and emboss braille versions of print materials being
produced in the communications and creative departments, including
brochures, news releases, and reports.  Proofread braille materials and
products.
*	Assure that all APH communication materials are readable for people
with blindness or low vision.  When necessary, convene a group of people
with blindness and various low vision disabilities for accurate feedback.
*	Test the accuracy of draft accessible PDFs and forms being produced
in the communications and creative departments prior to public launch.
*	Prepare accessible flash drives for conferences.
*	Work with marketing/sales/communications/creative team to develop,
maintain, update, and adhere to APH accessible communication standards
specific to their industry, including standards for video description, low
vision print, alt-text descriptions, tactile graphic creation, accessible
social media standards, etc.
*	Remain current of the changing accessibility landscape.  Keep team
members informed of new technologies and software that impacts their work.
*	Arrange for three annual department trainings on issues of
accessible communications, inviting guest speakers on topics related to
marketing, communications, and creative services.
*	Serve on the APH Accessibility Committee and assist our DEI
department, ABIDE (Accessibility, Belonging, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity),
in ensuring its direction is consistent with APH's accessibility philosophy.
*	Test department software systems routine updates (Salesforce,
FunctionFox, MailChimp) for accessibility, and work cooperatively with the
vendor to troubleshoot issues as needed.
*	Work with APH's Talking Books Studios to produce alternate audio
formats of print materials, such as lengthy reports, as needed.
*	As needed, serve on beta testing teams for APH software and hardware
products. 
*	Test drafts and prototypes of tactile graphics, providing feedback
for improvements.
*	As needed, work with the Accessible Textbooks and Tests Department
to review accessibility of assessments. 
*	As needed, verify the accessibility of textbooks and e-books,
testing on various e-readers.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

*	College degree and 3-5 years combined experience in accessibility
and marketing/communications.
*	Experience and understanding of WCAG 2.0.
*	3-5 years' experience working with assistive technology for
accessibility testing (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver (OSX & iOS) and Android
Talkback).
*	Understanding of e-reader accessibility functions - iBook, Kindle,
Nook, and ePUB5 and Mobi formats.
*	Strong understanding of global accessibility laws and standards such
as WCAG 2.0, Section 508, W3C, ADA.
*	Certified Braille Transcriber or working toward such certification.
*	Strong Microsoft Office skills.
*	Ability to manage multiple projects at once. High attention to
detail. Team player with strong problem-solving skills. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Grade: 6E | $44,000 - $54,250 | Salary is negotiable dependent upon
experience.

Benefits include but are not limited to:

*	Accessible, Diverse, and Inclusive Workforce
*	Health Insurance covered at 80% for employees - plans include family
planning benefits
*	HSA Plan and FSA Plan - both include company contribution!
*	Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
*	Health and Well-being initiatives
*	401(k) Plans with company match and immediate vesting
*	Company provided Short Term Disability
*	Basic Life Insurance at no cost to employees
*	Voluntary Life Insurance with Accidental Death and Disability
*	4 weeks PTO
*	11 Paid Holidays

*	Educational Assistance and Professional Development Opportunities
*	Optional Hybrid Work Schedule
*	Voluntary Pet Insurance

HOW TO APPLY

After informing their supervisor, APH employees may apply for open positions
if they have completed six (6) months of active service in their current
position and are performing in a satisfactory manner.  

To apply: Login to Paycom, click on "Job Opportunities" under "Company
Information", and scroll to find the position.  If you have trouble
accessing the application through Paycom, please contact Ryan Ward at
<mailto:rward at aph.org> rward at aph.org.

APH IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.   An offer of employment is conditioned upon
successfully passing a drug screening test.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, place of birth, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or protected
veteran status.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

Sincerely,

---

Ryan J. Ward, MBA (he/him/his) Why I List My Pronouns

HR Administrator

American Printing House for the Blind

502.515.9141 . 502.899.2237 (fax)

1839 Frankfort Avenue . Louisville, KY 40206

rward at aph.org <mailto:rward at aph.org>  . aph.org . aphmuseum.org
<https://aphmuseum.org/> 

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