Braille and Tactile Graphic Specialist

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). Embossers : The candidate shall have at least one primary embosser and at least one backup embosser. Transcription and Embossing : 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 have 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ladgov Corporation