OPP OF THE DAY: Black Country Talking News Sound Engineer Volunteer – Beacon Centre

Purpose:

Assisting staff to create a talking newspaper on a weekly basis for visually impaired clients.

Summary of duties

To record and edit audio transcriptions of newspapers and other items for visually Impaired people
Using music production software Adobe Audition to edit and create a talking news disc
Communicate with readers via talkback in the studio to adjust sound levels and ensure Microphone is at an adequate distance in front of reader
Editing of master copies of the talking newspaper
Emptying and sorting of postal wallets
Copying and packing of newly recorded CD’s

Skills:

• Clear and friendly voice
• Good communication skills and an outgoing and friendly approachable manner are essential, as are reliability and a commitment to confidentiality
• An opportunity to meet new people
• Ability/willingness to understand the issues faced by Individuals living with sight loss
• To be non-judgemental and have the ability to treat people with respect
• A DBS disclosure is required for this role

FOR MORE INFO OR TO APPLY PLEASE CONTACT:

Becky Green
Email – bgreen@beaconvision.org