Express Scribe: Free Audio Transcription Software

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Topics: Audio-visual translation and subtitling
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Start time:Jan 31, 2018 17:00 GMT     Add to calendar

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The online session from the bundle can be purchased individually, but if you wish to participate in all sessions from the series you can purchase THREE online sessions as a complete package at the special early bird price: 120 USD 80 USD:

  • January 31 Express Scribe: Free Audio Transcription Software

  • February 16 How to Transcribe and Translate Videos on YouTube

  • March 21 Audacity: Free Recording Software for Voice Over Projects


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    * access to the online session with a Q&A portion,
    * unlimited access to video recording and handouts (available within one working week after the session),
    * a certificate of attendance available for download from your ProZ.com profile.

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    Language:English
    Duration:60 minutes
    Summary:Have you ever received an audio transcription request that needed to be time-coded? If you ever worked on a similar project manually―that is, using the mouse to press play, pause, and rewind and typing time codes from scratch―you know transcription assignments can be a real headache. You will learn how to use Express Scribe in order to control your audio files during transcription and insert time codes by using hotkeys on your keyboard.
    Description
    We'll discuss Express Scribe, a free program that you can use to transcribe time-coded audio files and prepare them for translation.

    Course program:

    » Introduction to transcription projects
    * Verbatim
    * Ready for reading / publication
    » Express Scribe: an audio transcription tool
    * Uploading files
    * Audio controls
    * Useful hotkeys
    » Tips on translating audio files


    Target audience
    Freelancers who would like to offer audio transcription services
    Learning objectives
    In this presentation, you'll learn about:
    » Express Scribe basic features and requirements
    » How to add audio files to the transcription environment
    » How to control audio files using hotkeys
    » How to use hotkeys to enter time codes into a document
    Prerequisites
    None! We'll be covering basic audio transcription skills
    Program
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    » Introduction to transcription projects
    * Verbatim
    * Ready for reading / publication
    » Express Scribe: an audio transcription tool
    * Uploading files
    * Audio controls
    * Useful hotkeys
    » Tips on translating audio files
    Registration and payment information (click to expand)
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    To purchase your seat at this session please click on the "buy" button. Available slots are limited and will be assigned to registered and paid participants as soon as payment is reported. Early payment is advised in order to secure participation. Allow some time for payment processing if you are paying by wire transfer.

    After your payment is received, your status will be changed to “registered and paid” and your spot for the session will be secured. An invoice and receipt of payment will be sent to you for your records.

    How do I access the online platform?

    72 hours before the webinar takes place, you will receive an invitation to join the session. Please, click the registration link or button provided in the invitation email and complete the registration form.
    Virtual platform system requirements (click to expand)
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    For PC-based Users:

    • Required: Windows 7 – Windows 10
    • Required: Google Chrome v39 or later; Mozilla Firefox v34 or later; Internet Explorer v8 or later (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
    • Required software: GoToWebinar desktop app; JavaScript enabled
    • NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.

    • Internet Connection Required: 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended)
    • Recommended: 2GB or more of RAM (recommended)


    For Mac®-based Users:

    • Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) – 10.11 (El Capitan)
    • Required: Microsoft Edge; Apple Safari v6 or later
    • Required software: GoToWebinar desktop app; JavaScript enabled
    • NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.

    • Internet Connection Required: 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended)
    • Recommended: 2GB or more of RAM (recommended)

    Join from Android

    • Operating system: Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later
    • Internet connection: 3G connection or better (WiFi recommended for VoIP audio)
    • Software: Free GoToWebinar App from the Google Play Store

    Recommendations

    • For the visual section of the training course, we recommend that you have a 64kbps link. This means using an ISDN line or Broadband. Wireless connection is NOT recommended.
    • For the audio section of the training course, we recommend that you have a headset or speakers.
    • We recommend that you log in 30 minutes in advance of the start time to prepare for the training course.

    Courses will be open half an hour before the start time. Please login before the start time to ensure that everything on your system is working correctly.
    Created by
     Rafa Lombardino    View feedback | View all courses
    Bio: Rafa Lombardino is a translator and journalist from Brazil who lives in California. She has been working as a translator since 1997 and, in 2011, started to join forces with self-published authors to translate their work into Portuguese and English. In addition to acting as content curator at eWordNews, she also runs Word Awareness, a small network of professional translators, and coordinates a project called Contemporary Brazilian Short Stories (CBSS) to promote Brazilian literature worldwide.
    General discussions on this training

    Express Scribe: Free Audio Transcription Software
    Rachel Campos
    Rachel Campos Identity Verified
    United Kingdom
    Local time: 22:57
    Member (2013)
    Portuguese to English
    + ...
    booking on 3 seminarsJan 24, 2018

    Hi, I just wanted to check that I was booked on the 3 seminars: Express Scribe, You Tube Transcription and Audacity - re voiceover software. It's just that when I booked they gave reference numbers and the title was something about translating contracts etc, which seemed strange?

     
    booking on 3 seminarsJan 24, 2018

    Rachel Campos wrote:

    Hi, I just wanted to check that I was booked on the 3 seminars: Express Scribe, You Tube Transcription and Audacity - re voiceover software. It's just that when I booked they gave reference numbers and the title was something about translating contracts etc, which seemed strange?


    Hi Rachel,

    Thank you for your interest in the series. Let me confirm here that you have successfully registered for three webinars, https://www.proz.com/translator-training/my-courses

    Please let me know if you have any doubts and see you on the webinars!:)

    My bests,
    Helen


     
    Rebecca Arenas
    Rebecca Arenas Identity Verified
    United States
    Local time: 18:57
    Spanish to English
    HelpJan 31, 2018

    Hi,
    The email said I would receive an email to log into the webinar. I haven't received anything yet. Class will start in 9 minutes.


     
    HelpJan 31, 2018

    Rebecca Arenas wrote:

    Hi,
    The email said I would receive an email to log into the webinar. I haven't received anything yet. Class will start in 9 minutes.


    Hi Rebecca,

    Thanks for letting me know. I've just resent the join link.

    Hope this helps.

    My bests,
    Helen


     
    Dorothy Evans
    Dorothy Evans Identity Verified
    United States
    Local time: 18:57
    Member (2008)
    Spanish to English
    Link to Join?Jan 31, 2018

    Hi! I haven't received the link to join either. Can you resend?

     
    Link to Join?Jan 31, 2018

    Dorothy Evans wrote:

    Hi! I haven't received the link to join either. Can you resend?


    Hi Dorothy,

    Thanks for the note. The join link has been resent. Enjoy the session.

    My bests,
    Helen


     

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