Transcription Remote Jobs
Audio, video, and translation transcription work. 0 open roles below.
About Transcription work
Transcription work pays per audio minute and is typically piecework rather than salaried. It rewards fast, accurate typists with good listening comprehension. Specialist transcription (legal, medical) pays significantly better but requires certification.
Typical hiring process
Most companies hiring for transcription roles run a three-stage process: a written application (cover note + résumé), a 30-minute introductory call with a recruiter or hiring manager, and a small paid or unpaid trial task that mirrors the actual work. The trial task is the part most beginners under-prepare for — it's a far better predictor of who gets hired than the interview itself. Treat it like the most important deliverable of your week.
How to apply if you have no experience
Lead with a short, honest cover note (under 200 words) that does three things: shows you've actually read the job description, demonstrates the relevant skill in some small way (a sample, a side project, a relevant past experience that isn't on your résumé), and acknowledges what you'd need to learn. Hiring managers are rarely fooled by inflated résumés but they consistently reward self-awareness and clear writing.