Alt-Text Proofreader, K-12 (Contract – U.S.)

Reports to: Program Manager or Director
Department: K-12
Location: Work from Home (U.S.)

Primary Purpose:

Proofreads alt-text written by alt-text writers for all images. Ensures adherence to alt-text guidelines and checks readability and accuracy against images on the client’s online platform, as well as confirming correct placement.

Responsibilities:

• Check accessibility by reviewing the alt text for all images, making changes as needed, and recording changes in provided spreadsheet.
• Migrate any EDITED alt-text descriptions to the client’s online platform.
• Use Smartsheets tool to record the status of work.

Qualifications:

• HS diploma
• Keen eye for details
• Ability to follow explicit instructions
• Prior experience proofreading educational content
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Docs/Sheets
• Ability to multitask effectively and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to use online meeting software, such as Zoom and Google Meetings

SOW – Scope:

• Proofread the alt text for each image that has been entered in the course’s excel spreadsheet against the images on the client’s platform.
• Perform quality reviews per the guidelines and fix and record any changes in the course’s excel spreadsheet.
• Migrate any edited alt-text descriptions to the correct images on the client platform.
• Change the lesson status to “Complete” in the Smartsheets workflow tool.

SOW – Materials Provided:

• Access to image tracker spreadsheet, Smartsheets, and client platform
• Links to Alt-Text Guidelines, Training Sessions, and Recordings

Please send your resume to freelancers.us@learningmate.com.  In the subject line enter Alt-Text Proofreader, K-12 – Your Name. If your qualifications meet our needs, a member of our talent acquisition team will contact you directly.

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