Transcription Specialist

Careerscape; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office equipment stipend

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401k retirement plan with employer

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client for an entry-level Remote Transcription Specialist to join their remote support team. This role focuses on turning spoken audio into clean written transcripts, following style guides, and meeting deadlines from a quiet home setup.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented self-starters with strong listening skills and the ability to manage time. Salary ranges from $52,000 to $82,000 per year, with additional compensation discussed during hiring.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Typing speed of at least 60 words per minute.
• Ability to work independently in a quiet home environment.
• Reliable high-speed internet and quiet workspace.
• Experience with transcription software is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Listen to audio/video and transcribe into accurate written documents.
• Review and edit transcripts for grammar, punctuation, and formatting.
• Follow client-specific style guides and templates.
• Meet daily and weekly productivity and turnaround targets.
• Flag unclear audio or speaker identification issues.
• Organize and label files according to naming conventions.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive content.
• Communicate workload and deadlines with team leads.
• Proofread final transcripts before submission.
• Use transcription software and foot pedal tools efficiently.

Skills

Typing 60 wpm

Strong English grammar

Independent work

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Listening skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Transcription software

Foot pedal

Word processing

Job description

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client for an entry-level Remote Transcription Specialist to join their remote support team. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented self-starter who loves language, listens closely, and types quickly and accurately to turn spoken audio into clean, polished written documents.

Day to day, you will spend most of your time listening to recorded audio files, following style guides, and producing accurate transcripts under reasonable deadlines. People who thrive in this role enjoy quiet, focused work, take pride in catching small errors, and are comfortable managing their own time and workload in a fully remote setting.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this role is $52,000 - $82,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Additional compensation and benefits details will be shared during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Listen to audio and video recordings and transcribe them into accurate written documents
• Review and edit transcripts for grammar, punctuation, and formatting consistency
• Follow client-specific style guides and formatting templates
• Meet daily and weekly productivity and turnaround time targets
• Flag unclear audio, inaudible sections, or speaker identification issues
• Organize and label completed files according to naming conventions
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive audio and document content
• Communicate with team leads regarding workload, deadlines, and quality feedback
• Proofread final transcripts before submission
• Use transcription software and foot pedal tools efficiently

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong English grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills
• Typing speed of at least 60 words per minute
• Ability to work independently in a quiet, distraction-free home environment
• Reliable high-speed internet connection and a quiet workspace
• Comfort using word processing and transcription software
• Excellent listening skills and attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Prior transcription, data entry, or administrative experience a plus but not required
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Fully remote position with flexible scheduling
• Home office equipment stipend
• Opportunities for performance-based pay increases
• Ongoing training and skill development resources
• Employee assistance program
• Path to advancement into editing or quality review roles

ABOUT CAREERSCAPE

Careerscape is a staffing and recruiting firm connecting talented professionals with employers across administration, operations, healthcare, finance, technology, customer support, and professional services.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Careerscape and its hiring partners are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.