Braille and Tactile Graphic Specialist Job at Ladgov Corporation, Washington DC

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  • Ladgov Corporation
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Job Position:
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

Job Tags

Full time,

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