15 FAQs On Typing Services
How much do typing services charge? Typing services charge on a length of the audio and video that is to be worked on. Rates start at US $0.85/minute of audio or video. Medical transcription services charge as per line or a per word. Charge for difficult audio i.e. recording with background noise, accented participants, multiple participants as in a research group etc. tend to be higher as it takes double the time to correctly identify individual speakers. It's increases the work load of the transcriptionist.
What can typing service transcribe? Literally any audio or video file that has is of transcribable quality. For example, transcriptionist can transcribe seminars, presentations, audio books, lectures and telephonic calls. Video transcribers can transcribe webinars, presentations, Skype calls into text.
Are there any extra charges that I should be aware of? Yes, depending on the service provider you hire. For example, there could be extra charges for difficult audio, multiple speakers and speakers with difficult accents. However Etranscriber.net does not charge anything extra for it.
What is university transcription? Also know an academic transcription, it is a service means for lecturers, PhD research students, Asst. Professors and undergrads. The typing service rates are generally lower so as to make it cheaper and affordable for university people to avail such service.
I am from Singapore and I want to hire an US based transcriptionist. Will this work out? Absolutely. Most transcription companies are able to offer transcriber service in countries such as New Zealand, Dubai and Singapore. Also, transcribers are well versed in regional languages. So if the recording has Asian accent then also it should not be much of a problem.
How to send files and cassette tapes to a transcription company? Digital files can be uploaded to the company's website Dropbox. Or the file can be sent as hard copy in the form of CDs, DVDs, cassette tapes etc directly to the company. For cassette tape transcription one will be required to send in the audio tapes to the transcriptionist.
Can I take a free trial first? It depends on the service provider. Some virtual typing services may provide a 5, 10 or a maximum 15 minute trial service. Trial service could be paid or free.
What is the most common form of payment you accept? Paypal, bank wire transfer (International and local) and ACH Payment options are most common options. Most companies accept major Credit and Debit cards such as Master Card, Amex, Visa etc.
Can typing services transcribe scanned documents? Yes. Typing services can transcribe scanned documents, newspapers, letters, legal documents, reports and books into digital text. The transcribed text after transcription is saved into a MS Word document and sent back to client.
I need several hours of audio transcription. Can I get a discount? Usually one can negotiate depending on the volume of the services required. University lecturers and students can get bulk discounts to transcribe large audio files.
What is TAT in transcription? TAT is the acronym for Turnaround Time. It's the time period in which the transcribed material will be sent back to the client after placing an order. At Etranscriber.net offers 3 TAT periods. These are rush service of 12 or 24 hours, second day service of 48 hours and economic transcription service with a 72 hour TAT.
Do companies offer live transcription? Yes. Live transcription happens at the same time the live event is going. The typing happens in real time. Example of live transcription are: Court transcribers (present inside court rooms), conference call transcription, meetings transcription, press conference transcription etc.
I want to receive a transcript in fastest possible time. What is the fastest that you do? Live transcription is the fastest possible and the transcripts are prepared in real time as the event is taking place live. Next best TAT options are 12 hours.
I am about to record research interviews for my university project. Can you give me some tips so that your transcribers don’t have any problems in working on the files later on? Here is a tip to record
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