Transcriptionist for YouTube Videos & Interviews

I'm a content creator who produces YouTube videos, podcast interviews, and online courses. I need a reliable Transcriptionist to convert my audio/video content into accurate text transcripts. This is straightforward typing work perfect for someone looking for flexible, pay-per-project income.

Responsibilities:

Transcribe audio/video content into written text

Include speaker labels for multi-person conversations

Add timestamps every 2-3 minutes (or as requested)

Correct grammar and punctuation

Format transcripts for readability

Note unclear audio or inaudible sections

Proofread for accuracy before submission

Deliver transcripts in Google Docs or Word format

Meet agreed-upon deadlines (typically 3-5 days)

Required Skills:

Excellent English listening and typing skills

Typing speed of 50+ WPM (preferred)

Strong grammar and punctuation

Good attention to detail

Ability to understand different accents

Reliable headphones for clear audio

Consistent internet connection

Nice to Have:

Previous transcription experience

Familiarity with transcription software (Express Scribe, oTranscribe)

Knowledge of transcription formatting standards

Fast typing speed (70+ WPM)

Experience with YouTube or podcast content

Understanding of technical or business terminology

Typical Project Details:

Video/audio length: 15-60 minutes per file

Audio quality: Generally good (studio-recorded)

Content type: Interviews, tutorials, presentations

2-4 projects per week available

Average turnaround: 3-5 days per file

Content Types:

YouTube video scripts

Podcast interview episodes

Webinar recordings

Course lecture videos

Client testimonials

Q&A sessions

What I Provide:

Clear audio/video files (MP4, MP3, WAV)

Links to YouTube videos or downloadable files

Formatting preferences and examples

Speaker names and context

Glossary of technical terms (if needed)

Reasonable deadlines

What I Offer:

Steady flow of projects (8-15 files per month)

Flexible schedule (work at your pace)

Fair pay per audio minute

Quick payment after approval (within 5 days)

Long-term working relationship

Simple, straightforward content

Potential for increased rates with experience

Consistent communication

Working Schedule:

Accept projects as available

Work whenever convenient for you

Typical turnaround: 3-5 days per file

No minimum hours required

Take breaks between projects as needed

Payment Structure:

Standard Rate: $0.75 per audio minute (entry-level)

Experienced Rate: $1.00 per audio minute (after 10 projects)

Rush Rate: $1.25 per audio minute (24-48 hour turnaround)

Example: 30-minute video = $22.50-$37.50

Payment twice monthly (1st and 15th)

Payment via PayPal, Wise, or Venmo

Transcript Format:

[00:00:00]

Speaker 1 (John): Welcome to today's episode. I'm excited to talk about...

Speaker 2 (Sarah): Thanks for having me, John. I'm thrilled to be here.

[00:02:30]

Speaker 1 (John): So let's dive right in. Can you tell us about...

[INAUDIBLE 00:03:15]

Speaker 2 (Sarah): Absolutely. When I first started...

Formatting Guidelines:

Use clear speaker labels

Start new paragraphs for each speaker

Add timestamps every 2-3 minutes or at topic changes

Mark inaudible sections: [INAUDIBLE HH:MM:SS]

Note crosstalk: [CROSSTALK]

Include relevant sound cues: [LAUGHTER], [MUSIC]

Use standard punctuation and grammar

Clean verbatim (remove excessive filler words)

Verbatim Style:

Clean verbatim preferred (not strict verbatim)

Remove excessive "um," "uh," "like" (but keep some for naturalness)

Correct false starts and incomplete sentences

Keep meaningful pauses and emphasis

Maintain speaker's tone and intent

Tools You'll Use:

Any transcription software you prefer (or just media player + Word)

Google Docs or Microsoft Word

Headphones (quality matters!)

Optional: Express Scribe, oTranscribe, or Otter.ai for assistance

Quality Standards:

98%+ accuracy required

Proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Consistent formatting throughout

All speakers correctly labeled

Timestamps placed accurately

Professional presentation

Audio Quality:

Most files: Clear studio recording

Occasional: Phone interviews or conference calls

Rare: Poor audio (you can decline these)

Background music usually minimal

Multiple speakers clearly distinguishable

Typical Projects:

20-minute tutorial video = $15-$25 (2-3 hours work)

45-minute podcast interview = $34-$56 (4-5 hours work)

60-minute webinar = $45-$75 (5-7 hours work)

Sample Workload:

Week 1: 2 files (30 min + 45 min) = $56-$94

Week 2: 3 files (20 min + 20 min + 40 min) = $60-$100

Week 3: 1 file (60 min) = $45-$75

Week 4: 2 files (30 min + 30 min) = $45-$75

Monthly average: $200-$350 at your own pace

Training Provided:

Sample transcript as formatting reference

Style guide with preferences

Glossary of commonly used terms

Speaker identification guide

Feedback on first few transcripts

Quick responses to questions

Realistic Expectations:

First few projects might take longer as you learn my style

Audio quality can vary (but usually good)

Some accents might be challenging

Rush jobs are optional (not required)

Quality is more important than speed

I provide constructive feedback

Common Challenges:

Multiple speakers talking over each other

Technical jargon or industry terms

Accents or speaking speed

Background noise (rare)

Unclear sections (just mark as [INAUDIBLE])

Growth Opportunities:

Start with basic transcription

Eventually transcribe specialized content (higher pay)

Potential for video captioning work

Help with content editing and repurposing

Increase to priority transcriptionist status

Referrals to other content creators

Ideal Candidate:

Fast and accurate typist

Patient and detail-oriented

Comfortable working independently

Enjoys listening to conversations

Reliable with deadlines

Takes pride in accuracy

Project Acceptance:

No obligation to accept every project

Can decline if schedule is full

Prefer regular availability (but flexible)

Communicate if unavailable

Let me know your capacity each week

How to Apply:

Please share:

Brief summary of your transcription experience (if any)

Your typing speed (WPM)

Transcription tools/software you use

Sample transcript (or offer to do paid test file)

Average time to transcribe 30 minutes of audio

Your preferred rate per audio minute

Your availability (hours per week)

I'm looking for someone accurate and reliable who can grow with my content business. Let's work together!