Transcriptionist

TransPerfect; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global transcription services company in South Africa is seeking a Transcriptionist to handle multimedia transcription tasks. This role requires a minimum Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of transcription experience. The ideal candidate should have a typing speed of 60+ words per minute, strong attention to detail, and proficient MS Office skills. Responsibilities include transcription, script formatting, quality control, and coordinating tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires minimum 5 years of previous typing, dictation or transcription experience.
• Strong MS Office/computer skills.
• Proficiency in English (both written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and coordinate multimedia tasks with attention to detail.
• Format scripts and control quality to ensure compliance with client needs.
• Handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

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

Education

Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Role Overview

The Transcriptionist is responsible for transcription and basic coordination of transcription tasks of multimedia material, as well as script formatting and quality control of source scripts.

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

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)