Audio Description Script Writer

This is a Full Time Job

We are currently looking for an Audio Description Script Writer.

As an Audio Description Script Writer you are required to create, reformat, and edit audio description scripts for videos to be distributed on a variety of platforms such as Netflix, iTunes, Amazon, Google and Hulu. The writer must follow guidelines and best practices set forth by the American Council of the Blind (ACB) as well as client specific needs and requests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for managing tight deadlines, scheduling, and integrating technology effectively

Communicating with ZOO project coordinators about assignment progress

Very detail oriented and can shift priorities as required daily to accommodate the changing needs of our clients

Write and edit audio description scripts for a variety of types of content

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Background in Journalism, Copywriting, English, or related field. Knowledge and experience working with the blind or low vision community or experience in audio description is preferred.

Strong writing, editing, and research skills are required.

Please provide a short portfolio of audio description scripts or other formal writing.

Computer Skills

Knowledge in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with using search engines to research people, places, and unfamiliar terms

Comfortable in adapting to new software