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Captionist I

Company

Rochester Institute of Technology

Location

Rochester, NY

Posted

July 04, 2026

Position Overview

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

+ Provides live, real-time captioning to deaf, hard of hearing, and deaf/visual impaired consumers in academic settings and non-academic settings. Voices for students as required

+ Prepares for assignments by reviewing materials and terminology, inputting words into PAL (Personal Abbreviation List), and familiarizing set with course/assignment materials

+ Edits and proofreads transcripts following assignments. Merges and uploads transcripts to department website within established timeframes

+ Coordinates equipment use with team members, and safely sets up, cares for, and maintains equipment assigned to or in one’s possession

+ Maintains effective communication with customers, staff, and colleagues regarding the provision of captioning services

+ Attends professional development sessions and participates in department committees and staff meetings. May assist in training and mentoring newly hired ...

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