Digital Nirvana Inc.

Freelance Transcriptor

November 2021 - February 2022 • Santa Barbara, CA

What I liked

I liked the fully remote aspect of the job, as well as the flexibility in schedules. Calls could be assigned for any time that was convenient as listed before.

What I wish was different

Advice

I would recommend researching about calls beforehand, as to gather context and information about what is being said for an easier time transcribing audio.

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Freelance Transcriptionist

February 2022 • Fremont, CA

What I liked

I liked that the job was fully remote. They accommodated my schedule and were always open to answering questions. When I struggled with my first transcription attempt, they made sure to give me personal guidance. This shows that the company is open to helping newcomers develop the skills they need to succeed in the position. Furthermore, this job requires that you research companies. You will hear how company leaders present and answer questions during earnings calls. This was all very interesting to me.

What I wish was different

For the most part, when they assign you to a job, you are given a one-day notice. And you have to respond and accept the job before the next day. This was not a big issue for me, but it may be inconvenient if you have plans scheduled.

Advice

Be prepared for the possibility of earning little. The issue is not the pay but the number of calls one can take. You are only called upon during peak times. So, know what you are signing yourself into. As you proceed in your contract, you may be given opportunities to earn during the non-peak season. I am currently at this stage, and I hope that this can help balance things out.

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