Canaan Media LLC, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Transcribe and caption various video and/or audio files.

Position Duties:

Transcribe all spoken words, include notes and symbols for related background music, sound effects, or visuals
Transcribe an hour video within 2-3 hours with a minimum accuracy rating of 98.5%
Internet research as needed to verify correct spelling of people’s names, places, and terminology
Generate a style sheet after review and edit of the transcript
Ability to learn customized computer systems and handle special projects as needed
Work well with other team members
Location: Branchburg, New Jersey

Additional responsibilities:

Perform other duties and projects as required by management.

Job Requirements:

Associate Degree in Computer Information Technology, Graphic Arts, Technical Writing, or Journalism preferred or equivalent experience
Typing speed of 70-90 WPM
Video/audio transcription skills preferred
Proficient Microsoft Office skills (2007 or higher)
Excellent command of English and grammar
Good recognition of English spoken by non-native speakers
Comfortable listening to a variety of accents and audio quality issues
Possess good eye-hand coordination skills
Ability to synchronize transcript with video/audio recordings
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Background Check and Skills Testing Required

Skills/Qualifications/Keywords:

Video Transcription, Audio Transcription, Listening Skills, Editing, Research, Grammar, Recognized Various Accents, Good Eye-Hand Coordination, Team Work, Time Management and Typing Skills

Canaan Media LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status.

Please email your resume to: speng@CanaanMedia.com with subject: apply for position of Captioning/Transcription Specialist

To learn more about our company, please visit our website: www.CanaanMedia.com

About Canaan Media LLC:

Established in 2002, Canaan Media has been bringing old, precious media memories into the digital era for thousands of customers including the United Nations, the government, non-profit organizations, businesses, and individuals for over a decade. Whether it be preserving or archiving old records, documents, photographs, audio tapes, video tapes, and even 100-year-old 8mm/16mm/35mm cinefilms, or creating and distributing company training, digitization consulting, advertising or operating materials, Canaan Media can provide you with reliable digital media solutions.

Canaan Media LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status.