Have you ever stopped in the middle of a transcript and gone ‘Why don’t they just get to the point!’ or ‘Hey wait a minute, this isn’t what the guy said…’ A transcript can be annoyingly hard to read, intelligently edited, or very, very detailed depending on the transcription style used. There are three basic styles of transcription: Verbatim Verbatim transcription is a detailed account of every word, sound and non-verbal communication (like laughter and pauses) on the recording. Here’s an [...]
5 Things to Remember When Transcribing Oral Histories
An oral history is a verbal record of a living person’s experiences related to a specific period or event. It’s generally a monologue, an interview or a conversation that’s systematically recorded, verified, analyzed and stored by oral historians and researchers. Transcribing oral histories can be a rewarding experience because of the rich detail and insight they offer. Here are a few tips to get the transcription right: Transcribe Verbatim An oral history captures the unique perspective of the speaker. It [...]
How to Choose a Transcription Service
How do you decide which is the right transcription service for you? What questions should you ask? What instructions should you provide? How do you decide what you need?
Transcribing IT-related Recordings
While I'm a great fan of technology, transcribing IT-related recordings is not one of my favorite tasks. There are way too many acronyms and too few pauses
How Long Does it Take to Transcribe a Recording?
Transcription isn't the same as typing - it's listening, researching, understanding and then typing. Needless to say, the process is quite time-consuming
Adding Time Codes Using Express Scribe
A time code is an editing tool used to quickly locate words on a recording corresponding to its transcript