Category: Content & Media | Location: Remote | Type: Contract | Weekly Salary: $350 – $650/week
Quick-apply remote video transcriptionist role for 2025. Work from home transcribing short videos, earn weekly pay, no degree required — perfect for people seeking easy online jobs and flexible hours.
About the Opportunity
Microsoft is hiring reliable Video Transcriptionists to join a flexible, beginner-friendly team. This remote contract role focuses on turning short video/audio clips into accurate text with timestamps and simple formatting. You’ll work online, follow clear style guides, and enjoy a steady weekly payout. Comfortable setup, basic training, and a supportive team make this a great quick-apply opportunity for anyone wanting straightforward remote work and fast onboarding.
Main Responsibilities
- Transcribe short-to-medium length video and audio files (1–20 minutes) into clear, accurate text following the provided style guide.
- Insert timestamps at specified intervals and speaker labels when applicable to improve readability for captions and accessibility.
- Perform basic editing: remove filler words when instructed, correct spelling and punctuation, and note unclear audio segments.
- Complete daily batches on time (typical turnaround 24–72 hours) and mark items reviewed for quality assurance.
- Use the online transcription platform to upload work, track assignments, and accept quality feedback for rapid improvement.
Basic Requirements
- Clear command of English spelling, grammar, and punctuation; comfortable transcribing conversational speech.
- Typing speed of at least 45–55 WPM with accurate output; prior transcription experience is helpful but not required.
- Reliable high-speed internet and a quiet workspace for listening to audio clearly.
- Computer or laptop with headphones and basic familiarity with web-based apps and file uploads.
What You'll Get
- Weekly pay between $350 and $650, depending on volume and accuracy — consistent earnings deposited weekly.
- Flexible schedule: choose shifts and batches that fit your life, remote from anywhere in the US.
- Simple training and clear style guides so beginners can start quickly.
- Performance bonuses for high accuracy and fast turnaround on priority projects.
- Supportive feedback loop and an online community to help you improve and increase earnings.
Why Join Microsoft
Join Microsoft’s content accessibility team and help make video content usable for everyone. This role offers the freedom to work from home, steady weekly pay, and a welcoming culture that values reliability and growth over formal credentials. If you want stability, flexible hours, and the ability to start earning quickly with minimal barriers, this position gives you the tools and support to build steady income and improve your skills over time.
How to Apply
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