Definition: Transcription is a specific kind of data entry that means turning recorded speech into written form. This means listening to an audio or video recording and then typing it as a written transcript. Transcriptionists usually use special software; however, sometimes word processing software like Microsoft Word can be used.
Depending on the material being transcribed, different levels of interpretation are required. Sometimes the transcription must be exact while at other times transcriptionists must clean up grammatical errors or paraphrase.
Specialties within the field of transcription include legal transcription, corporate transcription and medical transcription.
Also Known As: transcribing, typist, transcriptionist job, general transcription
Common Misspellings: transciption
