# Transcriber / Transcriptionist

> Translation Empire · Rawalpindi, Pakistan · Full-time · Posted 2025-02-24

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Translations

## Description

Main Responsibilities:  
  

-   Transcribing the Audio/Video files in Text format.  
      
    
-   ·Making sure the accuracy of the source file is maintained throughout the text transcript.  
      
    
-   Transcribing English Audio Files into Text based on the type of transcript required and understanding all modes of transcription for example:  
      
    

o   Intelligent Verbatim Transcription  
o   Edited Transcription  
o   Phonetic Transcription  
o   Discourse Analysis    
  

-   Undergoing training to stay up to date with the latest transcribing trends and methods.  
      
    
-   Adhering to the guidelines provided by the clients.  
      
    
-   Strictly following the formatting instructions in the transcript file, as described by the company.  
      
    
-   Assuring & Conducting Quality Control on Audio Transcripts for Accuracy of the final product.  
      
    
-   Completing and submitting the files within the allocated time per file.  
      
    
-   Grammatical knowledge should be above par. As well as a good command over English vocabulary.  
      
    
-   Ensuring translated text retains original meaning and tone.   
      
    
-   Proofreading translations and ensuring the data is free of errors.  
      
    

  
**Additional Responsibilities**:  
  

-   When not conducting Audio Transcription work, the candidate will be required to carry out the following additional tasks and responsibilities:  
      
    
-   Recruiting and onboarding Translators (Various skills i.e., Written Translation, Voiceover, Transcribers etc.).  
      
    
-   Recruiting and onboarding Vendors (Vendors are other Translating Agencies registering them in our database).  
      
      
    
-   Working on the Translation portal, and assisting the Translation Co-ordinator.

## Requirements

**Requirements & Skills:**  
  

-   Firm grasp on the fundamentals of transcription and its various types.  
      
    
-   Knowledge of the different types of Transcription Services such as: Strict Verbatim Transcription, Intelligent Verbatim Transcription, Edited Transcription, Phonetic Transcription and Discourse Analysis.   
      
    
-   Good English communication skills, both verbal and written.  
      
    
-   Ability to thoroughly & understand the British accent i.e., Scottish and Welsh Accents.  
      
    
-   Time management skills.  
      
    
-   Having ample knowledge of the workings of Audio / Video Transcription software i.e., Otter AI  
      
    
-   Ability to cope with large volumes of work.  
      
    
-   Transcribers have above-average typing skills, so most will type between 60 and 80 words per minute typing speed is preferred.  
      
    
-   Very good grasp of the conversational English used by native speakers.  
      
    
-   Dedication, reliability and confidentiality.  
      
    
-   Ability to cope with pressured situations and deadlines.  
      
      
    

**Qualification Required:**  
Formal Education in English Language/Literature  
  
**Work mode:**  
Work from Office.  
  
**Shift Time**  
11 am to 8pm  
  
**Location:**  
DHA Sector F Rawalpindi

## Apply

[Apply at Translation Empire](https://apply.workable.com/translation-empire/j/273760467E/apply)

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