Libraries for the Blind and Print Disabled

Title
Editor of Audio Books

Purpose
Volunteer Editors assist the Studio Manager in the post-production of audio books.

Qualifications

• Able to learn editing software.
• A good ear and eye for reviewing voice tracks.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to block out background noise.

Responsibilities

• Uses software (LCM/Soundforge or other available software) to edit high-quality books on tape.
• Edits extraneous and background noise
• Adds or delete pauses.
• Provides feedback to Studio Director on production.

Training
One-hour training provided by the studio manager, who will be available for additional assistance or as needed.

Time Commitment
If editing is done in-studio, requirement is minimum two hours per week for a three month commitment. If editing is done off site, requirement is the completion of a book project.

Supervision
Studio Director assigns and oversees projects.

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