General Transcriptionist

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking individuals with strong language skills to accurately transcribe audio content from regional languages to English. As part of this remote position, you will be responsible for converting spoken content into written English text. This role offers flexible working hours, allowing you to complete tasks from the convenience of your chosen location.

Ongoing requirements for: Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, Tamil, Assamese, Gujrathi, Marathi

Responsibilities:

· Listen to provided audio files containing regional content.

· Transcribe spoken content into written English text with precision.

· Ensure impeccable grammar, punctuation, and spelling in transcribed text.

· Maintain consistent formatting and organized structure in the transcribed content.

· Adhere to specific guidelines or instructions provided for the transcription process.

Requirements:

· Proficiency in English language.

· Sharp listening skills to comprehend and accurately transcribe spoken content.

· Exceptional attention to detail to guarantee accurate and error-free transcriptions.

· Familiarity with transcription software or tools (if required).

· Stable internet connection and access to a computer/device for work.

· Prior transcription experience (preferred but not mandatory).

Time Commitment:

The role requires a minimum availability of at least 4 hours per day, six days a week. Completion time for each transcription task may vary based on audio file length and complexity. You will be provided with reasonable deadlines for each assignment.

Payment:

Payment is set at 400 INR for every 60 minutes of transcribed audio. Compensation is provided on a monthly basis. If you take an audio of 60 minutes and work on it for 8 hours to transcribe it, we will only be paying you INR 400 for the 60 minutes of audio and not for the whole 8 hours you spent on it. For this reason; average typing speed of 40-80 wpm is recommended.

Daily Audio Minutes:

For entry-level candidates, a consistent workload of 30-40 minutes of audio transcription per day is anticipated. With experience and practice this will increase.

Communication:

Candidates must be located in India and available for calls during regular daytime hours to provide work updates. Immediate availability following a successful test is essential.

Application Criteria:

Applicants who can dedicate 4-5 hours daily to meet deadlines, are comfortable with the stated compensation and can begin immediately are encouraged to apply. This is not just a freelancing opportunity but a regular part-time job. We are searching for dependable individuals committed to consistent work who can consistently meet project deadlines.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: ₹9,632.26 - ₹38,902.61 per month

Experience:

  • total work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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