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 parametersCoordinate with quality personnel to ensure that the transcription perfectly complies with instructions and is linguistically perfectType 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 formatWork on various subtitling/captioning tools, creating and formatting English subtitles according to the specificationsResearch words/concepts/facts: using dictionaries, online dictionaries, or GoogleData 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 workReview inaudible portions from external transcription vendor’s workComplete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role and assigned by the manager/supervisorREQUIRED SKILLS:Typing speed of 60+ words per minuteMust possess strong attention to detailREQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalentTypically 1-5 years of prior experience in the transcription industry.Must have previous typing, dictation, or transcription experienceFluency in English (both written and verbal)Strong proficiency in MS Office, Express Scribe, and other similar transcription software