Job overview

We’re seeking a skilled transcriptionist to join our team and deliver accurate, high-quality written documents from audio recordings. 

This role involves transcribing various audio files—including business meetings, podcasts, webinars, and legal proceedings—into polished, error-free transcripts. 

The transcriptionist will collaborate with team members and use transcription tools, such as foot pedals and transcription software, to ensure efficient and consistent outcomes.

Key responsibilities

Transcriptionists handle diverse projects that require exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Key duties include:

• Audio transcription. Accurately transcribe audio recordings, such as podcasts, dictations, and business meetings, into written documents.
• Proofreading and editing. Review transcripts for grammar, punctuation, and formatting errors to ensure high-quality output.
• Timestamps and subtitles. Add timestamps to audio recordings or create subtitles for video content, ensuring alignment with spoken words.
• Specialized transcription. Perform medical transcription using medical terminology or legal transcription for depositions, court reporters, or legal proceedings.
• Playback tools and software. Use transcription tools such as foot pedals, transcription software, and word processing programs to enhance productivity.
• Background noise management. Identify and account for background noise in audio files to ensure accurate transcripts.
• Real-time transcription. Provide on-the-spot transcription for live webinars, business meetings, or legal depositions as needed.

Qualifications and skills

Ideal candidates for this role possess a strong skill set, including:

• Education. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; certification programs in transcription are preferred.
• Work experience. Experience in medical transcription, legal transcription, or general transcription work is a strong advantage.
• Technical skills. Proficiency with transcription tools, such as Rev or similar transcription software, and experience with audio playback tools like foot pedals.
• Typing speed. Strong typing skills with speeds of 60+ words per minute for efficient transcription work.
• Soft skills. Excellent listening skills, attention to detail, and strong time management for meeting deadlines.

About our company

Our company provides transcription services for a range of industries, including healthcare, legal, and media production. We specialize in delivering accurate transcripts for audio files, video content, and live events, focusing on speed, quality, and client satisfaction.

What does a transcriptionist do?

Transcriptionists convert spoken words from audio recordings or live events into accurate, written documents. Their tasks include:

• General transcription. Handle transcription work across various industries, such as creating written documents from webinars, business meetings, and podcasts.
• Medical transcription. Accurately transcribe medical dictations and reports using specialized knowledge of medical terminology.
• Legal transcription. Prepare accurate transcripts for legal proceedings, such as depositions, court hearings, and legal interviews.
• Proofreading. Review and edit transcripts for spelling, grammar, and formatting errors, ensuring a polished final product.
• Specialized audio content. Work on transcription for video content, subtitles, or spoken words in social media videos.
• Playback tools usage. Use transcription tools like foot pedals, noise-canceling headphones, and transcription software to optimize accuracy and speed.
• Time management. Meet tight deadlines for high-speed transcription while maintaining accuracy.
• Real-time transcription. Provide transcription for live events, conferences, or business meetings as they happen.