[nabop] National Braille Press Seeking Braille Proofreader

[David Andrews]

>
>Good morning,
>
>National Braille Press is looking to hire a 
>qualified braille proofreader; Information is 
>below. Many thanks in advance for your interest 
>and circulating this great opportunity!
>
>Working within the Production Department, a 
>proofreader ensures that braille and tactile 
>graphics observe National Braille Press 
>standards for the highest quality and follows 
>BANA guidelines for transcription and 
>formatting. A proofreader confirms that the 
>braille and tactile graphics are accurate and 
>accessible representation of print material, and 
>the hard copy braille is clear, well-formed, and properly bound.
>
>A proofreader is detail-oriented, organized, 
>logical, and possesses excellent 
>concentration.  He/she understands the 
>subtleties of guideline application, considers 
>the end reader as well as the needs of the 
>client, and makes decisions expeditiously to 
>complete an assignment. Ultimately, it is the 
>responsibility of a proofreader to ensure that 
>NBP provides the highest quality braille 
>possible while adhering to a predetermined schedule.
>
>Major Areas of Responsibility include but are not limited to:
>
>·         Proofread transcribed material and 
>locate inaccuracies, inconsistencies, or 
>ambiguities, and create an error report to 
>transmit to a transcriber electronically for correction.
>·         Maintain on-going and expert knowledge 
>of braille codes and formats approved by the 
>Braille Authority of North America. Understand 
>and effectively utilize all reference documents, 
>such as customer specifications, The Rules of 
>Unified English Braille, Second Edition 2013, 
>English Braille American Edition, NLS 
>Instruction Manual, Braille Formats: Principles 
>of Print to Braille Transcription, 2011, Braille 
>Formats: Principles of Print to Braille Transcription, 2016, etc.
>·         Actively pursue advanced 
>certifications through the Library of Congress.
>
>Minimum Job Requirements:
>
>    * Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of work experience.
>    * Excellent command of the English language, spelling, and grammar.
>    * Strong working comprehension of tactile graphics.
>    * Efficient knowledge of PC-based computers and Microsoft Office.
>    * Functional knowledge of refreshable 
> braille devices and digital recorders.
>    * NLS Certification in Literary Proofreading 
> and prior proofreading experience in an 
> educational or publishing setting is preferred. 
> NLS Certification in Nemeth highly desirable.
>    * Strong organizational skills and ability 
> to handle concurrent, multiple job tasks.
>    * Well-developed communication and 
> interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability 
> to pose appropriate questions, gather information, and apply resolutions.
>
>Interested individuals should submit a cover 
>letter and resume detailing interest and 
>experience to Human Resources, at <mailto:hr at nbp.org>hr at nbp.org.
>
>National Braille Press creates programs and 
>materials to support braille literacy and 
>empower the blind and visually impaired 
>communities. NBP strives to be the world leader 
>in braille materials, technology solutions and 
>literary programming that enhance and transform 
>the lives of blind and visually impaired 
>children and adults.  We accomplish this through 
>production and publication of high quality 
>braille and tactile graphics that encourage 
>engagement and independence in school, work, family and community.
>
>Best wishes,
>
>Jaclyn Sheridan Witterschein
>Vice President of Operations
>National Braille Press
>88 St. Stephen Street
>Boston, MA 02115
>617-425-2442 (direct)
>617-266-6160
><http://www.nbp.org/>www.nbp.org
>


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