Transcriber
はんやくしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who converts audio data or shorthand notes into text to create documents such as minutes or court records.
Description
Transcribers use shorthand notes or recorded audio data obtained from conferences or trials as a basis, perform transcription using dedicated software or stenotype machines, and edit and proofread the text. They collaborate with clients to verify specialized terminology and proper nouns, and deliver documents according to deadlines. In recent years, remote work and home-based operations have increased, and collaboration with speech recognition technology is advancing. Abilities to balance accuracy and readability are required.
Future Outlook
While collaboration with AI will advance due to developments in automatic transcription technology, the demand for transcribers with specialized terminology knowledge and quality management skills is expected to remain to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Transcriber → Senior Transcriber → Team Leader → Quality Control Staff → Training Lecturer
Required Skills
Audio Editing / Electronic Stenotype Operation / Text Editing / Typing
Recommended Skills
Data Management Tools / Foreign Language Listening / Keyboard Shortcuts / Specialized Field Terminology Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to prevent minor mishearings or miswritings. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly standardized tasks, no creativity required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Not primarily involved in numerical analysis tasks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical load. |
Related Qualifications
- Shorthand Proficiency Test
Aliases
- Transcriber
- Transcription Operator
- Transcription Staff
Related Jobs
- Minutes Compiler
- Stenographer
- Transcriptionist