Online transcription work is one of the most common vocations for individuals wishing to transition to the work-at-home world. The work is relatively straight-forward, often interesting, and generally very flexible in terms of required working hours. The only drawback is that it is certainly not known for its lucrative pay. If you’re a transcriptionist sick of working to barely scrape by, take a look at 1-888-TYPE-IT-UP, a company promising it is one of the highest-paying transcription companies in the country.
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What is 1-888-TYPE-IT-UP?
1-888-TYPE-IT-UP is a transcription company that is fully U.S.-based. They value accuracy and efficiency in their transcription services and claim to be one of the highest-paying transcription companies for transcriptionists.
The transcription services they offer are extensive including audio, video, interview, focus groups, conference calls, and more. On top of this, they advertise more specialized transcription services such as closed captioning, and live note-taking. Moreover, the company boasts editing, proofreading, and copywriting as other areas for hire.
What is the role of a transcriptionist for 1-888-TYPE-IT-UP?
A transcriptionist for 1-888-TYPE-IT-UP is expected to complete transcription files in a fashion that is accurate, quick, and conforms to accepted style and formatting instructions. The nature of these files ranges from basic audio transcription to files such as interviews, or meetings.
What are the requirements for the position?
Though the company values previous transcription experience, they accept candidates without prior experience if they pass the transcription assessment. They value accuracy, reliability, and expect a detail-oriented individual who is able to adhere to style and formatting guidelines. They also have specific equipment and software requirements (see below). To be successful, you must be a self-driven worker able to stay on track with little to no supervision.
Is this a full-time or part-time opportunity?
They are not explicit in stating whether this position is a full-time or part-time opportunity. Other profiles online state that you are asked to complete at least one audio hour per week, and they ask you commit 4 – 8 hours of your week to transcription work for them.
What is the compensation?
Their full pay range is from $0.60/audio minute, or $36/audio hour, up to $3/minute, or $180/hour. The pay rate is different for each file and is set by the client’s budget and your past performance.
What is the frequency of compensation and how do you get paid?
As a transcriptionist at 1-888-TYPE-IT-UP, you are paid twice a month, on the 15th and the last day of the month, via PayPal. In order for this to be possible, transcriptionists are required to submit Net 10 invoices approximately 10 days prior to payment.
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Do they offer raises?
They do not give raises to employees, but there are file-specific bonuses.
Do I need special equipment or software for the position?
Yes. The company asks that you possess headphones and a foot pedal. You are also required to have Express Scribe. The free version is accepted though you will receive more work if you have the full version as it is able to play video files.
Is this position open to international candidates?
This position is currently only open to American residents.
What is the application process?
To become a transcriptionist for 1-888-TYPE-IT-UP, fill in the online application. The application asks you basic information, experience with transcription and captioning, computer proficiency, and more.
A few weeks after submitting your application, you should receive an e-mail containing the short transcription test. Be sure to read the instructions carefully and ensure you take the test at the right time and place as they do not offer second attempts.
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Dave says
March 3, 2015 at 6:19 pmI applied for this position back last March and never heard a word back. It would be nice at least if I got a yay or nay, because I remember doing this transcription test and it took quite a while. It would just be nice if I got a response saying, “great we got your test, thanks.” but maybe that’s just me being too ideal.
Iris says
September 26, 2016 at 12:42 amSame here, Dave. It’s not just you. I applied with them quite some time ago, and I, too, haven’t heard anything from them. I don’t think you’re being too idealistic. The whole process of teling applicants they didn’t meet requirements should be pretty automated anyway.
The template took quite a while to get right — I had to make sure all my columns were correctly aligned — so the very least they could do is respond with a “Yes, you passed,” or “Sorry, nice try.”
Jennifer Gierlach says
September 30, 2016 at 2:14 pmThis same thing happened to me. I am looking forward to hearing back from the company and never received a response. I was thinking about contacting the company to voice my concern with having people do the “test” for free. Maybe they get people to do the test for free transcription work which would be horrible.
Deb says
March 13, 2015 at 4:14 pmDave, it has been 10 days since your post stating you have not heard from 1-800-Type-It-Up. Have you heard from them yet? Did you need special software & hardware accessories to do the test?
MissKitty says
June 7, 2015 at 8:36 pmCan you tell us what kind of deadlines they have for each assignment and if they’re realistic?
Karen Call says
May 2, 2017 at 11:43 pmKelsey Sunstrum, as the author of this article, where are you getting your information from that this company is legitimate and has actually hired transcriptionists? They charge to take their test: $10. If people are not hearing back from them at all, and there appears to be no reviews by employees for them at all, then this does not appear to be a legitimate company.
jessica says
June 21, 2017 at 8:33 ami paid the $10 and never heard back from them. i applied one month ago.
Brandon Howard says
February 6, 2019 at 4:16 amI applied and got accepted. Totally worth it! They do get back to you.
Amy Kennedy says
February 8, 2019 at 10:02 amBrandon, that great news! Please keep us updated on how it’s going for you!
Sarah says
March 23, 2019 at 6:41 amAccording to their site, this company charges the $10 application fee AND charges an additional (minimum) of $39 just to even process your exam! Absolutely absurd, and definitely not interested in working with them!