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Allegis Transcription

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... audio recordings completely, accurately, and in adherence to formatting standards and quality ... Legal transcription also offers additional incentive pay for program investment. Job Advertisement:

Kevin Wickizer

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Dublin, GA · Remote

$18 - $25/hr

Requirements/Responsibilities Accurately transcribe audio and video recordings into written documents Review and proofread transcripts for accuracy, spelling, and grammar Maintain confidentiality of ...

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Intellectix

Court Reporter & Transcriptionist

Tysons, VA · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Transcribe audio and video recordings of meetings, conferences, interviews, and legal proceedings. * Review and edit transcripts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and formatting. * Deliver 99-100 ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for audio transcriptionist in the United States is $20.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Audio Transcriptionist, you need excellent listening skills, fast and accurate typing abilities, and strong command of grammar and language. Familiarity with audio playback and transcription software such as Express Scribe or oTranscribe, as well as foot pedals, is often required, and some employers may prefer certification in transcription. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to focus for extended periods are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for producing precise, timely transcriptions that meet quality standards in various professional settings.

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Audio Transcriptionists commonly encounter challenges such as deciphering poor audio quality, understanding speakers with different accents or speaking styles, and managing background noise or overlapping dialogue. Staying focused for long periods while maintaining high accuracy can also be demanding, especially with tight deadlines. Many transcriptionists find that developing strong research skills for unfamiliar terminology and using efficient transcription tools can help address these challenges. Being proactive in communicating with clients or team members about clarification needs is also key to success in this role.

What does an audio transcriptionist do?

An Audio Transcriptionist listens to audio recordings and converts them into written text. They may work with various types of content, including interviews, meetings, podcasts, or legal and medical dictations. Accuracy, attention to detail, and fast typing skills are essential for this role. Transcriptionists may use specialized software and foot pedals to improve efficiency. Some professionals also provide timestamping or editing services to enhance transcription quality.

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Pashto Audio Transcription & Quality Reviewer

Lifted, an Upwork Company™

Remote

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Pashto Audio Transcription & Quality Reviewer

Our enterprise client, a leading provider of high-quality, diverse datasets for AI model development is seeking a skilled Pashto Audio Transcription & Quality Reviewer to support an AI training initiative aimed at improving the speech recognition models.

In this role, you will produce precise, verbatim transcriptions and review audio recordings in Pashto. Your contributions will directly help train and enhance next-generation AI speech technologies.

Job Description

This project focuses on transcription tasks involving both single-speaker and multi-speaker audio recordings. Tasks may vary in complexity depending on audio quality and number of speakers. Clear instructions and guidelines will be provided, and ongoing feedback may be given to ensure quality standards are met.

Responsibilities:

  • Listen to audio recordings and produce accurate, verbatim transcriptions in Pashto.
  • Capture not only what is said, but how it is said (including filler words, repetitions, and false starts).
  • Add speaker labels for multi-speaker recordings (2–8 participants).
  • Insert precise timestamps for text segments (within 500ms accuracy).
  • Annotate non-speech events such as laughter, background noise, or unclear audio.
  • Follow detailed project instructions and maintain high quality standards.
  • Maintain steady productivity and reliability throughout the project.

Workload & Commitment

  • We are flexible, but ideally contributors can dedicate at least 20 hours per week.
  • Work can be completed at any time of day as long as weekly hours and quality levels are met.
Qualifications
  • Expert-level fluency in Pashto, including familiarity with regional accents and informal speech.
  • Strong listening comprehension and attention to detail.
  • Ability to produce verbatim transcriptions, including stutters, repetitions, and filler words.
  • Experience in transcription, annotation, or linguistics is an advantage.
  • Comfortable using browser-based tools (training will be provided).
  • Reliable internet connection.
  • Access to a laptop or desktop computer (mobile devices are not supported).
  • Reliable availability for 20+ hours per week.
Additional Information
  • Work volume is flexible, with approximately 4 hours of work available per day.
  • Remote opportunity
  • Work volume may vary weekly
  • Pay rate is per audio hour, based on expected productivity and quality standards.

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