Accessibility Specialist

UNC Charlotte

Temporary
Closes on Sunday, September 20, 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 description 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 Temporary UNC Charlotte
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