Transcription Specialist

Posted 6 Days Ago
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Lima, PER
In-Office
Entry level
Computer Vision • Software
The Role
Transcribe historical English texts into modern digital documents, preserving original content and formatting. Proofread, flag illegible sections, maintain records, follow transcription standards, and meet deadlines while ensuring high accuracy and consistency.
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About Us

Helpware is a technology-driven company with offices in Perú, USA, Ukraine, Mexico, Germany, Philippines, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines which provides Customer Experience & Operational Support for modern companies. Our team of professionals is driven by the purpose of providing best-in-class value-adding services to our partners by leveraging our empowered teams, innovative solutions, and technologies.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented English Text Transcription Specialist to transcribe and convert ancient English-language documents into modern digital formats. The successful candidate will accurately interpret and transcribe older English texts while preserving the original content and meaning. This role requires strong attention to detail, good reading comprehension, and the ability to work consistently with historical manuscripts, printed materials, and archival documents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Transcribe historical English texts into modern digital documents.
  • Accurately reproduce original spelling, punctuation, formatting, and content according to project guidelines.
  • Review and proofread completed transcriptions to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Identify and flag illegible, damaged, or unclear text for further review.
  • Maintain organized records of completed work and transcription progress.
  • Follow established transcription standards and quality control procedures.
  • Meet project deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Required Qualifications

  • English language proficiency at B1–B2 level or higher.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong reading comprehension skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Basic proficiency with word processing software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
  • Ability to maintain concentration during repetitive tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in transcription, data entry, proofreading, or document digitization.
  • Familiarity with historical English language forms, handwriting, or archival documents.
  • Experience working with scanned documents, manuscripts, or OCR correction projects.
  • Key Competencies
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy and consistency
  • Time management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Organization and documentation skills
  • Quality-focused mindset

Skills Required

  • English language proficiency at B1-B2 level or higher
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong reading comprehension skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  • Basic proficiency with word processing software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs
  • Ability to maintain concentration during repetitive tasks
  • Experience in transcription, data entry, proofreading, or document digitization
  • Familiarity with historical English language forms, handwriting, or archival documents
  • Experience working with scanned documents, manuscripts, or OCR correction projects
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The Company
HQ: Lexington, KY
1,061 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Founded in 2015, Helpware is a company taking a modern approach to the outsourcing industry. We created the company to change perceptions of what outsourcing is and can be, and we did that by building amazing cultures in each of our locations, and by simply treating our employees better. With Helpware, we are all a team and family, and you'll see that true difference when partnering with us. Helpware builds customized teams in Customer Service and Back Office for industry-leading startups and modern companies. With offices in California, Colorado, Kentucky, Ukraine, Philippines, Germany, and Mexico, we have the global scale to tailor custom teams and processes for success to our many powerhouse clients. Helpware has grown over the years, initially catering to startup client partners, and has now evolved into creating client partnerships with large enterprises as well.

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