Our transcription Team is ready to provide excellent quality transcripts when you need them. We are able to transcribe from all types of media: from cassettes and CDs to digital. RUSH service is normally available upon request.

What types of transcribing do we perform?

• General Business
• Seminars
• Teleseminars
• Interviews
• Lectures
  
• Sermons
  
• Documentaries
  
• Focus Groups

*At the present time we do not do medical transcription.

Transcription Types and Rates:

Type 1: Applies to professionally recorded one-on-one interviews conducted in a quite environment with native English-speaking interviewees (standard American or British Dialects) with little to no background noise, up to two speakers.

Rates:
$80/audio hour for standard turnaround (3 – 7 business days)
$90/audio hour for rush turnaround (1 – 2 business days)

Type 2: Applies to recordings with any or a combination of the following: three speakers, light to moderate accents, moderate background noise, and outdoor interviews

Rates:
$85/audio hour for standard turnaround (3 – 7 business days)
$95/audio hour for rush turnaround (1 – 2 business days)

Type 3: Applies to recordings with any or a combination of the following: more than three speakers, verbatim transcripts, time code stamping, heavy background noise, heavy accents, and highly medical, technical, or scientific terminology.

Rates:
$90/audio hour for standard turnaround (3 – 7 business days)
$100/audio hour for rush turnaround (1 – 2 business days)

Type 4: Flat Rate Service- For those clients who have a need for weekly transcription  service and are willing to sign a contract for 3, 6, or 12-months. This allows you to budget your transcription  costs. 

Rates: Call for a rate consultation based upon your  normal or projected usage.

*If you need your transcript returned in less than 24 hours, please contact us for a quote.

FAQs

What Type of Media Do You Require?

*We can transcribe from most types of digital media including .mp3 files, digital recorders, DVDs, and CDs. Digital media is preferred, but we can also transcribe from cassettes and micro cassettes for an additional $5 per audio hour.

How Do You Determine What Rate Type I Will Be Charged?

*All audio will be reviewed prior to start of your project. If it is determined to fall under a Rate Type 2 or 3, we will notify you before beginning your project.

How Are The Transcripts Formatted? I Need Mine In A Particular Style.

*During the initial consultation the client will receive a Style Requirement Sheet to complete and return. Our transcriptionists will format your transcripts per your instructions on this Style Sheet. Once the Style Sheet has been approved prior to the completion of the project, there will be an additional fee for style revisions.

What If I Find An Error In My Transcript?

*All transcripts are proofread prior to returning them to you to assure correct spelling. Our goal is to provide you with high-quality, professional transcripts. If you are not happy with your transcript, please let us know immediately and we will correct any errors free of charge.

What is a Verbatim Transcript VS. a Non-Verbatim Transcript?

Verbatim transcripts are just that...verbatim. If the speaker repeats himself, says "uh, uhm, gonna, wanna" etc, or uses profanity then that's what your transcript will include. Non-Verbatim Transcripts have had typical bad speaking habits cleaned up. For example: no "uhs," "uhms," etc. "Gonna" would be transcribed as "going to." Special requests or requirements can be listed on the style sheet.

When is Payment Due?

*If there is a service you need but don’t see it here, please contact us to see if we can make it happen!

Please contact us for a consultation:
Rachael Bird
Transcription Department Manager
transcription@birdandassociates

Do you need a PDF conversion of your transcript for electronic products such as ebooks, information product packages, e-newsletters, ezines, or special reports, complete with e-covers? Contact us for a quote!

*Interested in working in our transcription department? Email us your resume and/or work experience and we will contact you when a position becomes available.