Braille and Tactile Graphic Specialist

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