What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recording Studio Assistant position at Perkins School for the Blind?
Perkins helps kids with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference.
Under the direction of the Studio Manager, the Recording Studio Assistant is
responsible for assisting in the overall operation of the recording studio and supporting the recording studio book and magazine/custom recording production programs. Includes audio editing and reviewing, assistance with volunteers, possible narration assignments and technical support.
responsible for assisting in the overall operation of the recording studio and supporting the recording studio book and magazine/custom recording production programs. Includes audio editing and reviewing, assistance with volunteers, possible narration assignments and technical support.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations include the following:
- Assist with the conversion of digital production files into formatted digital book and magazine files for final mastering and duplication.
- Assist studio manager in the preparation of narration materials to be read by volunteers, which includes research of word pronunciation, photocopying and marking up copy and/or creating pdf files.
- Assist in reviewing and editing audio files produced by studio volunteers.
- Assist in the remote volunteer program, which includes working with narrators and editors who volunteer off site by sending them reading material, and the transfer of audio files via Dropbox or other file sharing services.
- Assist in setting up volunteer assignments for the day.
- Assist in monitoring and maintaining studio equipment and keeping studio areas clean and in good working order.
- Assist with the copying, collating and packaging of materials for the studio.
- Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Demonstrated ability and experience in studio production operations and audio editing.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform varied and multiple tasks in a busy work environment.
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a team.
- Knowledge of the English language, vocabulary and word pronunciation, and sensitivity to the artistic elements of the spoken word.
- Proficiency in computer operations.
- Ability to hear sound recordings.
- Ability to simultaneously read print while listening to studio recording sessions to ensure quality.
- Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in a related field required.
- Preference may be given to applicants with a broad literary background and appreciation, knowledge of Braille codes or concepts of Braille production and/or experience working with blind, visually impaired, physically disabled and/or multi-impaired people.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of recording software and Microsoft office.
If hired as a regular employee at Perkins, we have benefits that put you first, including an employer contributing retirement plan, tuition reimbursement from day one, professional development, personal days, paid time off and paid sick leave. Our campus is quaint, charming and historical, a perfect mix of legacy and modern buildings. It is located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.
Perkins is an equal opportunity employer.
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