What are the responsibilities and job description for the Copyholder position at Pearson?
The Copyholder for Pearson Braille Services serves as a member of the Proofreading Team by reading all print materials alongside the proofreader as they read all braille materials. This individual also maintains accurate documentation of all errors and approved corrections to ensure quality control measures are followed. This role will support ongoing research into the development of tactile materials used in assessments and will provide assistance as needed in support of Pearson programs and services.
Major Responsibilities
- Read print for comparison with braille as proofreaders perform braille review
- Review tactile graphics for content
- Document errors, questions, and recommendations according to the direction of the proofreader
- Collaborate with proofreaders to maintain accurate project logs and provide regular status updates to program leads
- Manage and complete multiple tasks accurately and on-schedule
- Assist with file preparation and production tasks, as needed
- Follows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands
- Frequent use of standard office equipment
- Prolonged sitting
- Frequent bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
- Repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse)
- Light manual labor required which includes the ability to pack, move, pick-up and relocate boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
- May work prolonged and irregular hours
- Work with frequent interruptions
- Maintain emotional control under pressure
Qualifications Education
Associate degree or a minimum of 60 college credit hours
Required Training
- Participate in department technology and braille training/continuing education courses.
- Successfully complete lessons 1-15 of the Unified English Braille Australian Training Manual (2016) .
- Read and become familiar with Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 15 and 16 of the Braille Formats: Principles of Print to Braille Transcriptions, 2016 .
- Read and become familiar with Units 1-7 and 10 of the Guidelines and Standards for Tactile Graphics, 2010 .
- Read and become familiar with and successfully pass Lessons 1 and 2 of An Introduction to Braille Mathematics .
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience in proofreading or a related field
Special Knowledge and Skills
- Keyboarding skills
- Intermediate proficiency in the use of software programs related to office operations, including but not limited to MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently with little to no supervision
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal/teamwork, and communication (written and verbal) skills
- Keen attention to detail in all aspects of the job
- Perform all tasks with a sense of urgency
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Verbal and written fluency in Spanish
As required by the Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Act, Pearson provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in Colorado. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of Colorado only, the range of starting pay for this role is $16.00-25.00/hr. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
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Job: PUBLISHING
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL\_TIME
Req ID: 6239
