American Institutes for Research Hiring for Voiceover Narrator at United States Full Time

Join AIR as a Project Specialist, in our Technology Solutions team where we use technology to transform the world we live in. Our cross-cutting Technology Solutions team provides technical expertise and solutions by focusing on responsive service and flexibility in delivery. Our collaborative, learning-oriented team works worldwide in a flexible working environment, towards the mission of making the world a better, more equitable place.

We design, architect, develop, and deploy cutting-edge, user-centered solutions, including:

• Software development of data collection, processing, and reporting solutions for data-intensive projects
• Dissemination of data and information through websites and content management systems
• Solving complex problems using machine-learning and artificial intelligence
• Data visualization
• Online training courses and media development

With diversity, equity, and inclusion built into our DNA, we value the contributions of every member of our institution. Use your tech skills for good and collaborate with fellow changemakers in our Technology Solutions team.

Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.

About AIR

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.

AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities , racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by clicking here .

Responsibilities

• Professional quality voiceover narration recording.
• Editing audio files for export to commonly accepted file formats.
• Consulting with project managers for optimal application of narration for product use.
• Provide voiceover narration services for the creation of e-learning, distance learning, video, and other multimedia products.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree is required;
• At minimum 4 years’ professional experience in a related capacity.
• Experience providing professional level voiceover narration for media-based products.
• Knowledge of voiceover narration with the ability to provide narration for a variety of context us preferred.
• Strong knowledge of audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Audacity, Apple Logic Pro, GarageBand, etc.) is preferred.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Comfortable working in a virtual/dispersed work environment.

Disclosures

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

AIR’s Total Rewards Program , is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated hourly rate of $45 – $55 . Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

AIR maintains a drug-free work environment .

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