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Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Audio Describer

Ashland, OR · On-site

$23.69/hr

Volunteer and Access Manager Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Expected Start Date: August 17, 2026 ... Prepares pre-show narrative and audio description scripts by * Attending show introductions ...

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Coliseum Part Time A/V Tech

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time audio description writer in the United States is $24.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Audio Description Writer vs Part Time Captioner?

AspectPart Time Audio Description WriterPart Time Captioner
CredentialsTypically requires writing skills, understanding of visual media, and sometimes certification in audio descriptionRequires strong typing skills, familiarity with captioning software, and sometimes certification in captioning standards
Work EnvironmentWorks on media projects, often remotely, creating descriptive audio for visually impaired audiencesWorks on live or pre-recorded videos, providing text captions for deaf or hard-of-hearing viewers
Industry UsageCommon in entertainment, education, and media industries for accessibilityUsed across television, online streaming, and corporate videos for accessibility

While both roles focus on accessibility, Part Time Audio Description Writers create descriptive audio for visually impaired audiences, whereas Part Time Captioners provide text captions for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing. Both require specialized skills and often similar certifications, but they serve different accessibility needs and media formats.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Audio Description Writer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,519 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Audio Describer

Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Ashland, OR • On-site

$23.69/hr

Part-time

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Job description

OSF is Hiring Audio Describer
Department: P&C/Access| Reports to: Volunteer and Access Manager
Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Expected Start Date: August 17, 2026
Expected End Date: October 27,2026
Pay Rate: $23.69 hourly (with signing of Union contract, this may increase)
Location: Ashland, OR
This position is represented by IATSE Local 154.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**):
Prepares pre-show narrative and audio description scripts by
  • Attending show introductions, technical and dress rehearsals, and previews as needed.
  • Writing a 10-15-minute pre-show narration that includes costume and set design descriptions, cast lists, background information, and other information as applicable.
  • Notating a full script with legible audio description information.
  • Rehearsing during preview performances.
  • Continually updating AD scripts to match any script changes made during the run of each show, such as blocking, dialogue, timing.
  • Rehearsing audio description with Volunteer and Access Manager or peer.

Provides audio describing during live performances by
  • Speaking and enunciating clearly.
  • Trouble shooting technical glitches.
  • Setting up and striking equipment prior to and after each performance.

Prepares to provide audio description for all productions
  • Watches production during dress rehearsals or preview performances.
  • Rehearses all audio description scripts during the first two weeks of a production's run.

Ensures a positive patron experience by
  • Assisting patron as needed to provide delivery the device and guidance for usage.
  • Checking-in with patrons during intermission and after the performance.
  • Retrieving the delivery device at the end of the performance.
  • Interacting in a professional manner.

Advocates for improvements by
  • Documenting patron feedback.
  • Documenting and trouble-shooting technical issues.

Embraces the Festival's commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility by
  • Behaving in a manner that enhances relationships among all company members, particularly those belonging to groups of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religion, language, ability, age and socioeconomic status
  • Interrupting behaviors that hinder our diversity and inclusion efforts

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Communicates with House staff regarding patron and device needs.
  • Attend meetings as scheduled.
  • Assist in training new Audio Describers as needed or assigned

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college experience or degree preferred.
  • Strong writing and grammatical skills required.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong customer service experience, including speaking with the public.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Must be able to work independently.
  • Strong problem solving skills.

Other Skills, Ability and/or Knowledge:
  • Self-directed, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, problem solver.
  • Knowledge of Word and Excel as needed.
  • Excellent reading, spelling, vocabulary and editing skills.
  • Ability to learn audio description equipment.
  • Ability to work with colleagues across the organization.

Physical Ability:
  • Must be able to access all levels of the theaters using stairs.
  • Must have the ability to see, hear, and speak clearly.
  • Must be able to sit for extended period of time.
  • Specific abilities include auditory and visual concentration.

Hours Requirements:
  • Ability to work flexible shifts Tuesday - Sunday, including days/evenings/weekends as scheduled.
  • Maintain an open schedule with irregular work hours.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Background in theatre.
  • Bilingual.
  • Prior training and/or experience in theatre audio description.
  • Understanding of appropriate communication when interacting with people who are Blind or Low Vision

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