English applications are temporarily closed. Current demand is 1,000 hours per language, totaling 50,000 hours, in non-English languages. Apply in your strongest/native language. Here is the language list of this project incoming on November 5, 2025: Language List.pdf

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Transcription Jobs

Flexible, Remote Work Opportunities for Skilled Linguists
Enjoy flexible, remote work and competitive pay by joining our team of language experts. We’re hiring in 140 Languages to deliver high-quality, human-made transcriptions and translations worldwide.
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  • 19+

    years of expertise, you'll join a trusted leader in transcription and translation, offering stability and growth opportunities.

  • 100M+

    paid to freelancers, empowering a global network of skilled professionals with consistent work, competitive earnings, and a supportive community.

  • 140+

    languages hiring, offering freelancers work with a leader in multilingual solutions and steady project opportunities.

Join a Proven Industry Leader

Earn with Stability and Support

With 19+ years of experience, over $100M paid to freelancers, and 140 Languages hiring, we offer freelancers the chance to work with a trusted leader in multilingual solutions, ensuring steady projects, competitive pay, and a supportive global community. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work with clear communication, secure project management tools, and reliable support for an efficient, balanced work-from-home experience.

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Consistent Workflow

Secure, Reliable Work Volume

Work confidently on transcription projects with a steady flow of assignments at GoTranscript. Partnering with the industry's largest clients, we ensure consistent opportunities so you can focus on delivering quality work. As we grow, your opportunities grow - step into a future of endless potential.

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Work with Industry Leaders in Transcription

GoTranscript is a top choice for English transcription services worldwide. Join a supportive and professional team that values quality, provides feedback, and offers helpful resources to help you succeed.

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Opportunities Across 140 Languages

Find Your Language and Grow with Us

At GoTranscript, we support over 140 languages, meaning almost everyone can find their language here. Whether you're just starting or an experienced professional, there’s a place for you in our global network. And as we expand, even more languages and opportunities will be available - offering you a growing platform to showcase your skills.

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Weekly Payments, Guaranteed

Reliable Payments on Time, Every Time

Enjoy the security of weekly payments for your transcription work through trusted methods like PayPal or Payoneer. Payments are made on Fridays, and with just one click, you can request your payment. We value your hard work and ensure you're paid promptly for every project.

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Simple Application Process

Start Working in 2 Steps

Are you detail-oriented with excellent grammar skills in your language and a fast typing speed? We seek skilled transcribers with a keen ear, accuracy, and a commitment to quality. Apply now to join our professional team.

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Additional Earnings with Data Labeling

Earn Extra Beyond Transcription

At GoTranscript, transcription is just the start! Our transcribers can also boost their income with data labeling projects, offering a valuable bonus opportunity. It's a great way to earn more while expanding your skill set with us.

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Please note: buying and selling a GoTranscript account is illegal

If you buy an account, you will lose money because we have implemented safeguards to prevent illegal account purchases. Unusual account activities are tracked instantly, and any money paid to sellers will be lost. Remember, you need the right skills to succeed in this job - purchasing an account without skills will only get you blocked. If you have the skills, simply take the test and start working with us today!

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Join our global team with transcription jobs from home in over 140 languages! We’re looking for skilled freelancers interested in transcribing jobs that offer flexibility and competitive pay. With freelance transcription jobs across a wide range of languages, you’ll find the perfect fit to start earning. Explore our transcription jobs online and begin your journey as part of our dedicated, professional network.

Frequently asked questions

GoTranscript is a global platform offering online audio and video transcription. Contractors pick files such as interviews, meetings, podcasts, lectures, research calls, and corporate recordings.

Yes-these are freelance, remote transcription jobs for independent contractors. You can work from home (or anywhere with reliable internet) and choose your own hours.

Anyone with strong listening, typing, grammar, and language skills is welcome. We hire worldwide and accept entry‑level applicants alongside experienced transcribers.

No prior experience is required. Many successful contractors begin with entry‑level transcription and improve speed/accuracy over time.

We’re recruiting in many languages including French, Spanish, Italian, Lithuanian, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, German, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, Traditional), Japanese, Hebrew, Swedish, Korean, Norwegian, Luxembourgish, Danish, Icelandic, Vietnamese, Catalan, Persian (Farsi & Dari), Hindi, Bosnian, Croatian, Filipino/Tagalog, Indonesian, Romanian, Serbian, Turkish, Czech, Polish, Ukrainian, Malay, Greek, Finnish, Slovak, Slovenian, Bengali, Thai, Akan/Twi, Albanian, Amharic, Armenian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Georgian, Hausa, Khmer (Cambodian), Kurdish, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Pashto, Punjabi, Sinhala, Somali, Sundanese, Sylheti, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Uzbek, Yoruba, Fulani and more. See direct apply links below.

Choose your language from the Direct Application Links section and complete the online transcription application. You’ll take a short English test plus a language‑specific transcription test.

A computer, stable internet, quality headphones, and a quiet workspace. Optional tools like a foot pedal and text expander can improve speed.

After approval, you’ll see available transcription tasks in your dashboard. Pick the audio/video files you want to transcribe-no forced assignments.

Pay varies by language, audio length, difficulty, turnaround, and quality. You’re paid per audio minute for completed files. High accuracy can unlock more and higher‑paying work.

Weekly payouts. Supported payout options depend on your region; see your account’s Payouts/Billing settings after you’re approved.

No minimums. This is flexible, part‑time transcription work you can fit around your schedule.

Many contractors choose part‑time, but some build to full‑time volume by improving speed and qualifying in multiple languages.

Yes. If you’re fluent, apply to multiple language‑specific transcription jobs to expand your job pool.

Yes, if your proficiency is near‑native and you pass the tests. For languages with many dialects (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Kurdish, Persian, Spanish), list your dialect expertise.

Editors review samples of your work for accuracy, formatting, timestamps, and style. Maintaining a high quality score increases access to jobs.

Primarily audio transcription and video transcription of interviews, podcasts, meetings, webinars, lectures, and business calls.

Deadlines depend on file length and complexity. You’ll see the turnaround time before accepting a task.

Editors may return files with comments. You can revise and learn from feedback. Consistent accuracy and adherence to the style guide are essential.

Yes. These are work‑from‑home transcription jobs with a flexible schedule, ideal for students, parents, freelancers, and anyone needing remote work.

Yes. We follow strict security and confidentiality practices with NDAs and PII protection.

Yes. Examples include Brazilian vs. European Portuguese, Latin American vs. European Spanish, Farsi vs. Dari, Kurmanji vs. Sorani (Kurdish), and Mandarin vs. Cantonese vs. Hokkien. Indicate your strengths when you apply.

Yes. Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, Urdu and other RTL languages are supported in our editor.

Yes. Specialists in Akan/Twi, Amharic, Armenian, Burmese, Georgian, Hausa, Khmer, Kurdish, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Pashto, Punjabi, Sinhala, Somali, Sundanese, Sylheti, Uzbek, Yoruba, Fulani are encouraged to apply.

Yes. You can use the same account to take the test again. Do not create multiple accounts as this will get your application declined automatically.