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Beverly Hills, Florida
"Erica did a great job with our webinar transcription job. Definitely would recommend her." "Erica was really easy to work with. She is fast, approachable and communicative and she also adheres to deadlines. Would definitely recommend her and rehire her for future opportunities." These are just a few of my comments from happy satisfied clients of mine on Upwork! I have a number of years of administrative/secretarial experience, which included computer work, EMR knowledge, writing correspondence, transcribing reports/dictations, and more. I also have a number of years experience as a medical secretary/transcriptionist where I did all aspects of front desk/insurance/EMR, as well as transcribe the Doctor's audio dictations into Word format. I am used to poor as well as good audio quality. My recent online experience has been transcribing verbatim and non-verbatim assignments in ALL areas and subjects. Legal, Medical, Educational, Technical, Speeches, Interviews, Groups, Podcasts, Webinars, Videos, accent, no accent, and many more. I have over thirty six hundred hours worked on Upwork and have excellent comments from previous and present employers. I pride myself on being a hard worker, that follows directions, producing fast but accurate results. I like what I do and it shows in my work! I love learning about new subjects and perfecting my craft in transcribing. I will work with you to make sure the final product not only meets your expectations, but also exemplifies the high degree of work I aim to achieve. I also strive to always broaden my horizon with new skills and learn new jobs! I have a degree in Sociology with a Minor in Business. I also have done a few trainings in transcription. Strong organizational skills, a self starter who can handle multiple tasks, good communication skills, pleasant and personable, excellent computer and typing skills. If this sounds like someone you want on your team or project, send me a message or proposal!
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- Medical Records Research
Yorktown, Texas
I'm a certified transcription specialist with a passion for accuracy and efficiency. I deliver precise, timely transcriptions for interviews, meetings, podcasts, and more. Currently pursuing my AAS in AI Software Engineering, I bring a tech-forward mindset to every project. Whether you need verbatim transcripts or polished summaries, I focus on clarity and detail.
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Wah Cantt, Pakistan
Hi there! I am a passionate Upwork expert transcriptionist with over 5 years of proven excellence in transforming English audio and video content into accurate, polished transcripts. I have done transcription of general, medical, and legal types of files. Collaborated with industry-leading clients to deliver top-notch transcription services, ensuring precision and quality. I am armed with an unwavering commitment to meeting the deadlines of transcription and a knack for providing swift turnaround times, I bring efficiency and reliability to every project. Let's elevate your content with my expertise in transcription – a seamless blend of experience, dedication, and speed awaits your next venture! Regards Rizwan Liaqat Thanks. Transcription Expert Audio Transcription Video Transcription virtual assistant Speech to text PDF to text image to text Transcription services Transcription accuracy virtual administrative tasks data entry appointment scheduling reliable virtual assistant transcription for businesses transcription for academics transcription for legal purposes transcription for medical purposes transcription for podcasts transcription for interviews
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Camas, Washington
Proofreading Done Properly. Founder | Proper Proofreading, LLC I’m Renata, a licensed CPA and Certified Master Proofreader specializing in concierge-level Financial Statement Quality Assurance (FSQA) and technical editorial review for CPA firms, auditors, and finance professionals. With 18+ years of corporate finance across highly regulated industries, I bring something rare to the table: Accountants don't proofread. Proofreaders aren't technical experts. I bridge that gap. I ensure your financial statements and audit deliverables are clear, consistent, compliant, and client-ready. My work helps CPA firms reduce review cycles, maintain accuracy, uphold professional credibility, and streamline internal quality control to deliver polished, professional reporting that is compliant with industry standards. What I Do Best: Financial Statement Quality Assurance (FSQA) • Balance sheets, income statements, cash flows • Notes to financial statements and disclosures • Footnotes, leases, contingencies, PP&E • Editing for clarity, consistency, and completeness • Cross-checking numbers, references, dates, and terminology • Ensuring professional formatting and clean presentation quality • Final "review-ready" polish before delivery Audit & Assurance Documentation • Auditor’s reports and opinion letters • Review and compilation reports • Engagement and management representation letters • SOC reports and internal control documentation GAAP/GAAS-Aligned Editorial Review • Consistency with ASC references and AICPA conventions • Professional business English • Eliminating ambiguity, redundancy, and narrative errors • Consistent formatting and terminology across documents Business & Professional Documents • Budget narratives and financial summaries • Executive communications and board-facing materials • Policies, procedures, internal memos • White papers, proposals, presentations, and reports • Advertising, marketing, social media content AI-Refined Financial Content • Reviewing, editing, and providing feedback on AI-generated summaries, memos, and reports • Ensuring tone is professional, natural, and client-ready • Preserving technical accuracy while improving clarity My Signature Proper Proofreading Protocol™ Initial Scan – High-level flow, structure, and red flags Technical Accuracy Review – Numbers, labels, cross-references, consistency Grammar & Mechanics – Punctuation, capitalization, orthography, sentence clarity Style Alignment – AICPA, GAAP terminology, formatting, firm preferences Continuity Pass – Ensure clean layout, correct sequencing, and smooth readability Delivery – Clean file + tracked-changes file with concise notes Why Clients Choose Me: • Licensed CPA with deep understanding of financial reporting • Certified Master Proofreader with editorial precision • 18+ years in FP&A, reporting, budgeting, and operations for enterprise, publicly-traded, and highly-regulated industries • Comfortable with GAAP, GAAS, audit terminology, disclosures, and ASC references • Strong focus on consistency, logic, formatting, error detection, and quality presentation • Concierge-level service: professional, discreet, and reliable • Expedited turnaround available Tools & Style Guides • Microsoft Word + Track Changes • Adobe/PDF markup • Excel cross-checking and macros • Style: AICPA/ASC, FASB/GAAP, PCAOB, firm-specific templates Let’s Work Together! If you need polished, compliant, and client-ready financial statements or assurance documents, I’d be honored to support your firm. Send me a message with your timeline and document type — I’m happy to review a sample and see if my services are a good fit for your needs.
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- Microsoft Excel
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- Legal Transcription
Hephzibah, Georgia
I am here to offer you my expert services as a transcriber. and video captioner. I have been a transcriptionist since 2010 on several different projects as well as with a few people for long-term work. I've worked on books, webinars, podcasts, radio shows, interviews, conferences; a little bit of everything, both general and medical. You can see from my feedback how happy my past clients are with my deliverables. Rates are based on number of speakers, quality of audio, and turnaround time. Prices are fair, because you certainly get what you pay for in this industry. Larger companies may be a little lower, but everything is done through automation without that personal touch. You require quality, professional, quickly delivered documents that require no editing and are public-facing ready. That is exactly what I can provide for you. Also, please note that the hourly rate listed is for 10 minutes of transcribed audio, so an hour of audio will be billed for 6 working hours. You're basically paying for a completed product, not typing speed or how long it takes to finish. Please contact me for rates for video subtitling/captioning. My turn-around time is fast; usually 48 hours or less, depending on the length of the audio. I can provide verbatim documents or those with ready-to-read edits. I do not use automated software as I do not believe it returns a quality product. Please contact me today for a quote! Thanks, Sarah Mason
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Peshawar, Pakistan
I’ll help you turn your audio and video into clean, accurate transcripts that you can use right away. I’m Asad Khan, a Top Rated transcriptionist with 5+ years of experience working on podcasts, Zoom meetings, interviews, and more. Every transcript I deliver is 100% human, confidential, and always on time. Why clients hire me: I save them hours of frustration while guaranteeing accuracy, clarity, and professional formatting. Here’s what I can help you with: Audio & video transcription (interviews, podcasts, meetings, webinars) Live and conference call transcription Verbatim or clean transcripts, with timestamps and speaker labels Legal, medical, and academic transcription Reviewing and correcting AI-generated transcripts Musical transcription (lyrics, performances, notations) On top of transcription, I can also proofread, edit, and format your documents so they’re publication-ready — whether you need a Word file, PDF, or Google Doc. I’ve completed projects ranging from short clips to full-length books, always focusing on accuracy, clarity, and timely delivery. With 100% Job Success and consistent 5-star reviews, I’ve built long-term relationships with clients who value quality and trust. If you’re looking for someone dependable to handle your transcripts and documents, I’d love to work with you. Send me your file, and I’ll take care of the rest.
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How To Hire Top Transcriptionists
Transforming video or audio files into written documents can be a very important task for companies and businesses of any type. With the assistance of experienced transcriber you can make sure not a single word from important meetings will be missed.
In the era of the digital world, having an experienced transcriptionist in your team is a-must. Such an expert can guarantee that any word said during the meeting or any idea shared on webinar was captured, so you can easily refer to this information available in the written format.
Upwork can connect you with professionals who have transcription experience in different industries, can complete transcription jobs not only in English but, for example, in Spanish, and can align with other specific company’s needs.
What is a transcriptionist?
A transcriptionist creates typed documents based on audio recordings, interviews, notes, and other forms of spoken words. Transcriptionists are usually very proficient in spelling, grammar, and punctuation with a fast word-per-minute typing speed. They can assist not only with general transcription, but can be experts in legal transcription and provide high-quality medical transcription services.
Questions To Answer Before Hiring A Transcriptionist
Before vetting virtual assistant transcribing skills, it’s important to lay out your personal and/or your project’s requirements. Answer the following questions and you’ll have a great starting point for hiring talent.
What level of expertise is required to efficiently run your project(s)?
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Transcription work varies depending on the industry. For example, medical transcriptionists can help convert healthcare workers' voice recordings into accurate reports. If you need to create text copies of court proceedings you should look for the assistance of a legal transcriptionist.
What’s the timeline of your project?
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Let prospective candidates know if they’ll be working with your team on a single project or if you’re looking for someone for a part-time/full-time position.
What is your budget?
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Take expertise and time into consideration and have a realistic budget. Negotiation is common, but having specific pricing for different types of transcription services is important.
What skills, outside of those directly related to Transcriptionist, are you looking for?
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From extensive experience with Microsoft Word to high typing speed, proofreading to turning videos into engaging blog posts, what skill set are you looking for in a top transcriptionist?
How much does it cost to hire a transcriptionist?
Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.
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An experienced transcriptionist may command higher fees but also works faster, has more-specialized areas of expertise in various industries, and delivers higher-quality transcription services.
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A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their transcribing services more competitively.
Rates typically charged by transcriptionist on Upwork are:
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Beginner: $12 per hour
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Intermediate: $15 per hour
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Advanced: $22 per hour
Source: https://www.upwork.com/hire/transcriptionists/cost/
Why hire a transcriptionist?
No matter how large your company is, an experienced transcriptionist can add value to your business. Here are some of the main advantages of having such an expert in your team:
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Streamline your business process. It’s better to delegate such types of tasks to professionals. It can guarantee rapid turnaround time with high quality final results.
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Accessibility of the content. By transcribing audio or video files you can target a broader audience.
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Professional transcriptionists have all the necessary tools and transcription software to make their work easier and more efficient. By hiring an experienced transcriptionist, you don’t need to invest time and money into those tools and learn how to use them properly.
The future of transcription services
With the evolution of AI and ML technologies, there are more AI-powered transcription tools starting to appear. But they will not totally replace the human role in transcribing services. Even though many tools claim the accuracy rates to be very high, there will be a necessity to use proofreading services to make sure the final copy is error-free.
Creating Your Job Description
Make sure the job description you created includes the following sections:
Introduction
An introduction to your company and a brief explanation of what kind of transcriptionist you’re looking for.
Responsibilities
A list of tasks the new typist would be expected to complete on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Write out your project requirements here.
Skills and Qualifications
How many years of experience with transcribing softwares an ideal candidate should have? Is it important for a potential candidate to have previous experience working for a transcription company? What kind of degree should they possess? List the educational requirements as well as any necessary training, certificates, and experiences you demand from the ideal candidate.
Hiring Your Perfect Transcriptionist
Once you have created a job description you can post it on Upwork. You can set a budget range, mention timelines and provide important details related to upcoming projects.
Once your job posting is live, the applications from talented freelance transcriptionists interested in the position will start rolling in. If there are professionals on the platform who may have the right kind of experience and skills, you can invite them to apply for this freelance transcription job. Be sure to have good interview questions lined up to shortlist your favorite candidates.
Finding an experienced transcriptionist can be a challenging task. Upwork can significantly simplify this process, by providing you access to the catalog of experienced professionals who can guarantee the successful completion of your project. Hire the best transcriptionist on Upwork today and convert interviews, meeting notes, audio recordings, or even podcasts into well-written and error-free documents.
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