Journalism Transcription

Journalism Transcription

Because Accuracy Is Everything

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Our Journalism Transcription Services Are Perfect For:

Meetings

Meetings

Documentaries

Documentaries

Interviews

Interviews

Protests

Protests

Undercover Reporting

Undercover Reporting

Contentious issues

Contentious issues

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First Class Transcription

Every journalist should know the pitfalls of inaccurate reporting. Costly libel claims and demands for prominent apologies are just two. Our journalist transcription service offers you an exact record of audio files, so you don’t make mistakes.

The complex nature of gathering news, and shifts in publishing trends, means many journalists now use recording devices to capture data. It could be that you are conducting an in-depth interview, making a documentary or carrying out an undercover investigation. You may even use a hidden microphone when ‘door-stepping the dead’. The sight of a notepad and pen can bring the shutters down on a promising story.

Getting your work professionally transcribed is a smart move if you are covering a fast-paced news item. It is also recommended for coverage of important public meetings, where recording devices are allowed. If you are a freelancer, audio-to-text accuracy is essential – your livelihood depends on it.

Our transcription services are used by media companies and freelancers. It offers speech to text documentation that can be used in print and online. This form of independent transcribing leaves nothing to chance.

 

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The Advantages of Our Journalist Transcription Service

The Advantages of Our Journalist Transcription Service

The world of journalism is evolving all the time. Ten years ago, ‘web first’ would have been considered swear words. Today it is essential – if you want to give your audience breaking news. The rise of online content has driven the need for more audio files. But, as the bean counters know, media chiefs have yet to work out how to make the web pay. While print revenue is generally in decline, it still largely outstrips revenue generated by the internet. That is why ‘web first’ content recorded in audio still needs to appear in print.

If you are a freelance journalist, having a written transcript of your audio file can help you make more money. This is especially the case if you are a broadcast journalist. Transcription can open up new revenue streams. You can make it accessible to print publications as well as online publishers.

Many clients use our journalism transcription service to save time. Some worry that their shorthand isn’t what is used to be. Others want the reassurance of an impartial written record. This is especially useful when dealing with a contentious issue.

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Our Accurate Transcripts Will Aid You in Reaching a Bigger Audience

Broadcasters and other media companies use journalism transcription to reach more people. It helps them promote audio content across multiple platforms. It also provides the basis for social media content and follow-up stories. The hearing impaired appreciates not being excluded from media services.

We help journalists and publishers protect their reputation. At a time when there are calls for the Press to be regulated, it makes sense to be extra careful. We live in a compensation culture and publishers are all too often the prime target.

Accuracy is all about the ability to hear what is said in context. Our journalism transcription guarantees every word is documented. Even if some words are hard to decipher because of ambient sounds. This is important when you consider how rowdy even the most parochial council meeting can be.

We recommend journalism transcription for those who are covering:

Protests

Protests

Press conferences

Press conferences

Public inquiries

Public inquiries

High-profile inquests

High-profile inquests

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Other Services

Corporate Transcription

Corporate Transcription

Accurate transcripts of recorded Q&A sessions, interviews, disciplinary hearings & meetings.

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Legal Transcription

Legal Transcription

Confidential, verbatim legal transcription including court-ready PACE and IUC transcriptions.

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Pharmaceutical Transcription

Pharmaceutical Transcription

Confidential, secure and accurate medical transcription and PROs.

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Conference & Event Transcription

Conference & Event Transcription

Transcribing keynote speakers, seminars, conferences and events fast and accurately.

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Media & TV Transcription

Media & TV Transcription

We transcribe TV programmes, podcasts, webcasts and press conferences.

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Academic Transcription

Academic Transcription

Alphabet provides fast, accurate speech to text audio transcription services.

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Client Testimonials

Manager Chatham House

“I’ve come back to try a second couple of transcripts as the first one we received back was about as near to perfect as you could get. This compared incredibly favourably with another service which sent us back a transcript riddled with the most appalling errors.”

Manager
Chatham House
Communications Manager Guernsey

“We’ve utilised the services of Alphabet on a number of occasions and have always been impressed with the quality of the transcriptions, the quick turnaround times and the easy uploading process.”

Communications Manager
Guernsey
Director Chilli Consultancy

“Chilli Consultancy have been supported by Alphabet’s transcription services since 2016. The efficiency of service is second-to-none. In particular, the system for uploading the audio files securely is smooth and efficient. The turnaround time for transcription has always been quicker than the agreed timeframe. The transcriptions are of very high quality, despite working from audio recordings of people with a wide range of accents from across the world. Chilli Consultancy will continue to use Alphabet for many years to come because of this high level of service.”

Director
Chilli Consultancy
HR Business Partner NHS

“Any time I send a transcription to be done, it is quickly sorted efficiently and accurately. I can always trust them to do a brilliant job.”

HR Business Partner
NHS
Editor Penguin Random House UK

“Great service. Good communication and speedy turnaround of transcription materials.”

Editor
Penguin Random House UK
Evaluation Lead The Children's Society

“Alphabet have been a highly professional organisation to work with, I would definitely recommend them to other people.”

Evaluation Lead
The Children’s Society
Project Manager Walgreens Boots Alliance

“We have used Alphabet services a number of times, very quick and reliable service. Always get a response to email queries promptly.”

Project Manager
Walgreens Boots Alliance
Researcher University of Cambridge

“Alphabet have consistently provided an excellent level of service, from day one. Transcripts have been returned quickly and completed with superb accuracy, regardless of recording length or number of speakers. All communication has been extremely friendly and helpful, and, as with the turnaround for the transcripts, responses to any query are always very quick. I would 100% recommend Alphabet based on their speed, accuracy, and customer service.”

Researcher
University of Cambridge
Director Cherry

“As a healthcare specialist agency, we rely on accurate transcriptions and often at short notice. We have been working with Alphabet for over three years across multiple projects and they never fail to deliver on time, with excellent accurate and medically correct transcriptions.”

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Cherry
Fraud Investigator Thurrock Council

“We are using Alphabet for all our transcription needs and we are extremely happy with their service. Their transcription is very high quality, leading to a high level of trust and confidence in their work. The team are extremely good with ‘problem’ recordings, such as difficult accents, quiet speech and constant interruptions. All in all we are very happy with Alphabet and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone in this line of work.”

Fraud Investigator
Thurrock Council
Researcher University of Reading

“Transcribing interviews is a time consuming art, which needs a subtle blend of linguistic and technical skills. Alphabet provided a combination of these abilities. They provided a fast turnaround, great quality documents, and a friendly and personal experience. It was like having my own in-house transcribing team. They offered me a clear, refreshing and honest consultative approach to my needs. I would recommend Alphabet to any persons or organisations that require a professional and friendly transcribing service.”

Researcher
University of Reading

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