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Captioning Assistant
Tribune Company
Des Moines, IA, United States
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PURPOSE/REASON FOR THE POSITION:
Operate a real-time captioning system and associated technical equipment to perform real-time English caption of live programs.
Responsibilities:
• Multi-task (hear audio, voice what was heard, proof-read developing captions, - all simultaneously).
• Utilize a keyboard by typing proper corrections and other words as necessary
• Maintain Closed Captioning Center quality standards for accuracy and speed.
• Work specified on-call schedule, in addition to regular schedule
• Ability to sit, hear, talk, use hands to fingers. Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Must be punctual, dependable, flexible, and possess a team attitude and willing to adapt to last-minute changes to programming, and industry that runs 24/7/365
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Broadcast captioning experience is a must
3. Must be 18 years of age
4. Excellent reading skills
5. Strong voicing skills/voice quality – ability to speak quickly with clear enunciation
6. Excellent spelling/vocabulary
7. Strong memory-recall ability
8. Ability to handle multiple tasks while focusing on a high amount of attention to detail
9. Calm/relaxed demeanor
10. Comfortable and familiar with computers and new technology
11. Ability to perform under pressure with changing priorities
12. Ability to work flexible shifts (AM, PM, Weekends)
Please apply online to: www.tribunemedia.com. Tribunemedia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.