Transcriber

OVERVIEW

The Junior Transcriptionist is responsible for handling and processing, primarily, English dictation in a timely and functional manner to provide in-house support to new and ongoing projects. The Junior Transcriptionist should have an excellent command of the English language, first-class listening skills, and be able to proofread the final product to ensure the quality and accuracy of every project.

DESCRIPTION

• Liaise with Team Lead to clarify project parameters

• Coordinate with quality personnel to ensure that the transcription perfectly complies with instructions and is linguistically perfect

• Type either from an audio file or video file, or update/revise/correct client provided documents in different formats. Proofread and edit any transcription produced by transcription software and ensure the accuracy of grammar, spelling, or format

• Work on various subtitling/captioning tools, creating and formatting English subtitles according to the specifications

• Research words/concepts/facts: using dictionaries, online dictionaries, or Google

• Data entry: type numbers, names, addresses from the source document or replicating on-screen text/graphics from source video to an editable format. Format in Microsoft Word (e.g. tables, organizational charts, etc.)

• Proofread and edit external transcription vendor’s work

• Review inaudible portions from external transcription vendor’s work

• Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role and assigned by the manager/supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Typing speed of 60+ words per minute

• Must possess strong attention to detail

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent

• Typically 1-5 years of prior experience in the transcription industry.

• Must have previous typing, dictation, or transcription experience

• Fluency in English (both written and verbal)

• Strong proficiency in MS Office, Express Scribe, and other similar transcription software