Junior Transcriptionist

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