Career of the Week – Transcriptionist

Interested in language, accuracy and helping turn spoken words into clear written information? Are you someone who listens carefully, pays attention to detail and enjoys working independently? If so, a career as a transcriptionist may be for you.

Transcriptionists record and write transcripts of court hearings and trials. They may create subtitles of live or recorded audio-visual media for Deaf people or for broadcasting.

Transcriptionists may do some or all of the following:

• record information from legal proceedings

• proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy

• enter information into databases or software programs

• provide information to the general public

• process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures

• maintain the order of legal documents

• file documents or records

• prepare legal documents

• type documents

• verify accuracy of records

How can you get into this job?

You can usually learn to become a transcriptionist on the job. Having a qualification or some experience can also be helpful.

You need:

• Good typing speed and accuracy.

• You may also need a New Zealand Certificate in Medical Transcription and Editing (Level 4) or experience in a similar job.

Source: Transcriptionist

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