Accessibility Specialist

UNC Charlotte

Temporary
Closes on Sunday, November 1, 2026

Job Description

* Reformat presentations, documents, and PDFs to meet accessibility standards, including applying proper slide layouts, reading order, alt text for images and graphics, meaningful hyperlink text, and sufficient color contrast.

* Generate, edit, and synchronize accurate closed captions and audio descriptions for instructional videos using captioning tools and platforms (e.g., Canvas Studio, Adobe Premiere).

* Review and correct auto-generated captions for accuracy, proper punctuation, speaker identification, and readability.

* Create descriptive transcripts for videos and audio content using AI-assisted tools, ensuring transcripts convey not only spoken dialogue but also relevant visual information, on-screen text, and meaningful sound cues.

* Convert mathematical equations and scientific notation into accessible formats using LaTeX syntax within Canvas's built-in equation editor.

* Conduct accessibility audits of course content in Canvas LMS, identifying and prioritizing items for remediation.

* Maintain accurate records of accessibility remediation work, including course, file type, issue identified, and resolution.

* Stay current with accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1, Section 508, and relevant university policies.

* Communicate remediation progress and outstanding issues to the instructional design team lead.

* Participate in team meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of accessibility workflows and documentation. UNC Charlotte
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