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
