vendredi 1 février 2019

Tricks To Use When Searching For Online Transcription Services

By Joshua Martin


Individuals and businesses often have audio files that need to be converted into text. It would take an ordinary person with no appropriate software and skills a lot of time to complete the work. Luckily, there are freelancers and online transcription services that will deliver on the work in a flash. How do you hire the best transcribers to guarantee quality work and a good experience? Here are tips.

Verify whether the target transcribers are trained and to what level. Training targets the use of particular software, how to produce standard scripts and handling different accents, among other elements. While some transcribers are trained in institutions, others learn on the job. With training comes accuracy, better customer service and a good delivery speed.

Are the target transcribers experienced enough to deliver quality work. Experience helps the transcribers to understand accents, dialects and context. It also ensures that the transcripts are delivered in the way you desire. There are fewer chances of errors when you engage experienced transcribers. This will reduce the time it takes to complete the work. An experienced transcriber understands what quality work means and will deliver exactly that.

Ask for references of clients or projects the transcribers have done. The names of these clients and their contact details will help you inquire about the quality of work they received. Clients who have worked with particular transcribers will either recommend their services or discourage you from using a particular transcriber. From the reference, you will learn about the quality of customer care and charges, among other important elements.

A friend will make a referral to make it easier to find a transcriber. The referral should come from a family member, associate or friend who has been served by the said transcriber. Through the referral, you learn about turn-around-time, quality of services, cost and such other important matters. You will also know whether the person is an amateur or a seasoned transcriber. A referral is fast since you do not have to vet numerous transcribers. You will be dealing with a transcriber whose quality of work is already known.

Verify the capacity of the company or freelancer to deliver on your project. Capacity means that target transcribers have such equipment as computers or laptops, software required to transcribe and necessary skills. Amateurs might not have the speed to deliver on time. Language and accents might also be a challenge for amateurs. In case you are dealing with bulk files, a company with several staff members is the most appropriate option.

What is the cost of completing the project? The formula for calculating the cost of a project differs from one transcriber to the other. Some will charge based on audio hours while others will consider number of people involved in the conversation. You may get a discount if the files are many. However, it is always advisable to get a customized package in order to enjoy value for money.

Reviews of transcribers online will help you make the right choice. These reviews come from clients who contracted the said service providers. Only work with companies and freelancers who guarantee the security of your files and the information they contain. Through experience, you will get quality work.




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