Tips for transcription applicants

résumé
Some transcription companies require a résumé (also known as a CV). It is of course crucial that your résumé is well-presented and free from spelling errors, otherwise it is likely to be rejected immediately. There is a wealth of free and easily-available information on the Internet regarding the creation of résumés.

Ideal candidate
Words that describe the ideal candidate for most transcription companies include: flexible, experienced, available, accommodating, meticulous, and most of all reliable. Bear this in mind when presenting yourself to any transcription company.

Taking a chance
Some transcription companies do not require experience, while others do. Do not apply for a particular position if it is obvious that you are not qualified for it. On the other hand, if there is nothing in a job description which explicitly rules you out, there may be nothing to be lost by trying your luck. Many transcribers have found long-lasting employment simply by being in the right place at the right time.

Be prompt
The more quickly you apply for a position, the keener you look, and the greater the likelihood that vacancies still remain. Note that some transcription companies set a time limit for applications; please do not send résumés after that date.

Be persistent
It normally takes very little time to apply for a transcription post, and the potential rewards are large, so apply for as many positions as you can.