Real-Time Captionist - Entry Level, On-Campus

Rochester Institute of Technology; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Institute of Technology's Department of Access Services is hiring for entry-level Real-Time Captioning roles. You will provide live captioning for classes and events using captioning software, and support students who are Deaf or hard of hearing.

The position requires an Associate degree or equivalent, a minimum typing speed, and proficiency with MS Office and ASDS. On-campus work with a training program leading to permanent full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Typing speed of at least 65 WPM.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ASDS.
• Ability to listen and translate spoken English accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provides live, real-time captioning for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in academic and non-academic settings.
• Prepares for assignments by reviewing materials and inputting terms into PAL.
• Edits and proofs transcripts; merges and uploads to department website within deadlines.
• Coordinates equipment use and maintains assigned gear.
• Maintains effective communication with customers, staff, and colleagues.
• Attends professional development and may mentor new captionists.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Captioning practices

English grammar

Customer service

Typing 65 WPM

MS Office

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Job description

Rochester Institute of Technology's Department of Access Services is hiring for entry-level Real-Time Captioning roles. You will provide live captioning for classes and events using captioning software, and support students who are Deaf or hard of hearing.

The position requires an Associate degree or equivalent, a minimum typing speed, and proficiency with MS Office and ASDS. On-campus work with a training program leading to permanent full-time employment.