Reader (part-time)

1 year fixed term contract

NCBI seeks to recruit an experienced reader who will be responsible for the reading of audio commercial and non-commercial titles for the NCBI Library and Media Centre, Dublin.

Job description

  • Read print material for the Library and Media Centre.
  • Agree a production schedule with the librarian and sound engineer for audio titles.
  • Work with the sound engineer on the production of commercial titles.
  • Assist in the production of audio copies for commercial audio recordings.
  • Edit their own audio recordings on computer for non-commercial titles.

Requirements for the post

  • A third level qualification in English literature, drama or the arts is essential.
  • The successful candidate will have at least six months experience of working in a studio.

To carry out the duties effectively, the successful candidate should have;

  • Good communication skills and clear pronunciation
  • Knowledge of working with audio production systems
  • The ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
  • Good organisation skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills

Hours
The candidate will work 15 hours per week.

Interviews
The candidates will be asked to record a short audio piece in the NCBI studio as part of the interview process.

Salary
Pro rata to €27,248 per annum (€11,678 for a 15 hour week)

Applications

Please send CV and cover letter by Friday 1 July 2011 to:

Helen Shanahan, Senior HR Officer, NCBI Limerick, Units 2 and 3, Parkview Court, Lord Edward Street, Limerick.
Email: recruitment@ncbi.ie