Respeaker/Captioner (T & I) (On-site)

CBC/Radio-Canada•Montreal, QC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Using a variety of live methods, you will provide real-time and prerecorded captioning for deaf or hard of hearing viewers in line with CBC/Radio-Canada standards and policies. This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Three years’ relevant experience, including at least two in a captioning role.
Solid command of French (working language).
Strong computer proficiency.
Knowledge of the other official language.
Wide general knowledge.
Knowledge of current events.
Mandatory Criminal record check.
Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

French (Reading)
French (Speaking)
French (Writing)

Responsibilities

Use voice recognition software to paraphrase, summarize and revoice the audio content of programs or program segments in real time.
Switch captioning sources for live presentation.
Report any issues with caption presentation to broadcast and technical maintenance staff.
Create and maintain a personal voice profile within the voice recognition software.
Adapt dialogue to the language of broadcast in line with closed-captioning standards.
Report errors and technical issues.
Share technical expertise and best practices with other respeakers.
Assist in development of work tools.
Assure la mise à jour de son dictionnaire.
Research programs or program segments scheduled for real-time and prerecorded captioning to ensure accuracy.
Train other employees on captioning duties and techniques, providing them with all relevant information.
Perform captioner duties.
Carry out all other related tasks as required.