Transcription Connection

The Transcription Connection is a resource bank for transcriptionists working for MLC. Here, you will find materials to make transcription faster, easier, and more accurate. Frequent reference and use of the resources and suggestions found in this website will result in a SIGNIFICANT INCREASE IN YOUR PRODUCTIVITY. Here's a brief description of each section:

• Guidelines: this section covers both general transcription and Law Enforcement transcription, our two most common genres.

• Verbatim: Clean vs. Strict: briefly explains the difference between Clean and Strict verbatim, our two most common styles of transcription.

• Dictionaries: useful language resources for transcriptionists, who typically encounter non-standard Spanish in audio files.

• Spanish <> English Law Enforcement Glossary: a compilation of 300+ Spanish slang words (including curse words and regionalisms) encountered in previous Law Enforcement audio files, covering the language with the highest transcription demand. Useful for those times when a transcriptionist encounters an unfamiliar word.

• Video Series: this section contains training videos for Law Enforcement Transcription as well as videos to assist you in improving your general workflow.

• Tips: this section includes strategies, online resources, and references to software and hardware to make transcription faster (and more enjoyable).

• FAQs: If you've ever found yourself saying, "I wonder how..." visit this section and, using the "Find" function in your web browser, search for key term(s) related to your question.

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions regarding this site or its contents, reach out to us! Find our contact info here.