what is transcriber job

A transcriber is a professional who creates written copies of either video or audio content. Transcribing entails listening to recorded audio or video and typing what is heard word-for-word. The audio files can include focus groups for market research, interviews, meetings, phone calls, and zoom calls. Transcriptionists offer their services to the medical, legal, and general transcription industries. Becoming a transcriptionist requires having excellent typing skills and keen hearing. The job requires accuracy and a commitment to producing a written document of high quality. A transcriber should have a good typing speed, superb attention to detail, and the ability to keep all sensitive information confidential. The responsibilities of a transcriber include completing transcriptions in a timely manner, reviewing drafts for any spelling, grammar, or formatting errors, as well as other inconsistencies.