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

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