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Job Description - Transcriptionist

Job description

  • Type either from an audio file or video file, or update/revise/correct client provided documents in different formats

  • Research words/names/concepts/facts: using dictionaries, online dictionaries or search engines (e.g. Google, etc.)

  • 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.)

  • Occasionally prepare pre-translation documents

  • Review inaudible portions from external transcription resources’ work

  • Time cue and position text in various subtitle software to time source text to source audio/video for subtitling or voice over projects 

  • Juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment 

  • Proofread and edit any transcription produced by transcription software and ensure the accuracy of grammar, spelling, or format 

  • Use the search function to look for previous documents/files that may be leveraged for new projects (e.g. similar text, etc.) 

  • Update internal project management systems to confirm project status and coordinate with global production teams 

  • Final check deliverable files against the source to make sure product meets client needs/specifications

  • Liaise with Media Project Managers to clarify project parameters 

  • Coordinate with quality personnel to ensure that the transcription perfectly complies with instructions and is linguistically perfect 

  • Work on various subtitling/captioning tools, creating and formatting English subtitles according to the specifications 

  • Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role and assigned by the manager/supervisor

Job requirements

Required Skills

  • Typing speed of 60+ words per minute

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

  • Effective time management

  • Good communication skills

  • Proactive, can-do attitude

Required Experience & Qualifications

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent

  • Typically requires minimum 5 years of previous typing, dictation or transcription experience 

  • Strong MS Office/computer skills

  • Proficiency in English (both written and verbal)

On-site
  • Cape Town, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Full-time, Permanent
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