I will transcribe your audio or video with accurate timestamps

I will transcribe your audio or video into clean, accurate text with precise timestamps you can drop straight into subtitles, captions, transcripts, or your editing timeline.

What you get

When you hire me to transcribe your audio or video, you receive a polished, ready-to-use transcript built around accuracy and usable timing. Concretely:

• A full verbatim or clean-verbatim transcript of your recording, typed and proofread by a real human (no raw machine dump handed off untouched).
• Accurate timestamps placed at consistent intervals or at every speaker change, depending on what you ask for, so you can jump to any moment in the recording.
• Clear speaker labels (Speaker 1 / Speaker 2, or real names if you give them to me) so multi-person conversations, interviews, and panels stay easy to follow.
• Your choice of formatting style: clean verbatim (filler words like "um," "uh," and false starts removed for readability) or true verbatim (every word, stutter, and "you know" kept exactly as spoken).
• Delivery in the file format you need: plain .txt, Microsoft Word .docx, or a subtitle file (.srt / .vtt) with synced caption timing for video.
• Correct spelling of names, places, brands, and technical terms when you provide a quick reference list or spelling sheet.
• Light proofreading for punctuation, paragraph breaks, and sentence flow so the document reads cleanly, not like a wall of text.
• A confidentiality commitment: your files are handled privately and not shared or reused.

This is a hands-on transcription service. I listen to your recording, type and time-code the content myself, and review it before it reaches you. It is not an automatic upload-and-export tool, which is exactly why the timestamps line up and the words are right.

Plans

Feature	Basic	Standard	Premium
Audio/video length covered	Short clip	Medium recording	Long / full-length recording
Accurate timestamps	Included	Included	Included
Speaker labels	Single speaker	Up to 2 speakers	Multiple speakers
Verbatim or clean-verbatim	Clean verbatim	Your choice	Your choice
Subtitle file (.srt / .vtt)	Add-on	Included	Included
Custom name/term spelling sheet	—	Included	Included
Proofreading pass	Standard	Thorough	Thorough + final review
Turnaround	Standard	Faster	Priority
Revisions	1	2	Unlimited (within scope)

Not sure which tier fits your file? Send me the length, number of speakers, and how clear the audio is, and I'll tell you honestly which plan matches before you order.

How it works

1. Share your file. Send the audio or video as a direct upload or a link (cloud drive, streaming link, or shared folder). I accept common formats including MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, and most others.
2. Tell me what you need. Let me know your preferred format (TXT, DOCX, SRT, VTT), timestamp style (interval-based or per speaker change), verbatim vs. clean verbatim, and number of speakers.
3. Send a reference list (optional). If your recording mentions specific names, companies, products, or jargon, a short spelling list keeps the transcript precise.
4. I transcribe and time-code. I listen carefully, type the content, add accurate timestamps, label speakers, and handle overlaps or unclear sections by flagging them rather than guessing.
5. I proofread. I review the full document against the audio for accuracy, punctuation, and timing alignment.
6. You review and request revisions. You receive the finished file, check it, and I make adjustments within the agreed scope until the transcript matches what you needed.

Why choose this

Accurate timestamps are the whole point here, and they are also where most quick automated transcriptions fall apart. Auto-generated captions drift, mislabel speakers, and turn unfamiliar names into nonsense. Because I review every transcript by hand, the timing stays aligned to the recording and the text actually reflects what was said. That means less cleanup for you and a file you can use immediately.

I work to a consistent formatting standard, so a one-hour interview reads as cleanly as a five-minute clip. I flag genuinely inaudible moments with a timestamp instead of inventing words, which keeps the transcript trustworthy. And I match the deliverable to your workflow: editors get subtitle files that snap to the timeline, researchers get readable documents with speaker labels, and content creators get caption files ready to upload. Clear communication, honest turnaround estimates, and careful handling of your material are part of every order.

Who it's for / use cases

This service fits anyone who needs spoken content turned into reliable, time-stamped text:

• Content creators and YouTubers who want accurate captions and subtitle files to boost accessibility and watch time.
• Podcasters turning episodes into show notes, blog posts, or searchable transcripts.
• Researchers and students transcribing interviews, focus groups, and qualitative data with speaker attribution.
• Journalists who need quotable, time-referenced transcripts of interviews and press events.
• Businesses documenting meetings, webinars, and training sessions for records or repurposing.
• Course creators and educators producing readable transcripts and captions for video lessons.
• Legal, medical, and HR professionals needing careful, confidential transcripts (general documentation, not certified court records).

FAQ

Q: What audio and video formats do you accept? I work with all common formats including MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, MP4, MOV, AVI, and more. If you have something unusual, just ask before ordering and I'll confirm I can open it.

Q: How accurate are the timestamps? I add timestamps manually and check them against the recording, so they line up with the actual moments in your file. You choose whether they appear at set intervals or at every speaker change.

Q: Can you tell different speakers apart? Yes. I label speakers throughout the transcript. If you give me the speakers' names, I'll use them; otherwise I use neutral labels like Speaker 1 and Speaker 2.

Q: What's the difference between verbatim and clean verbatim? True verbatim captures every word, including fillers, stutters, and false starts. Clean verbatim removes those for a smoother read while keeping the full meaning. Tell me which you prefer, or I'll default to clean verbatim.

Q: What happens if part of the audio is unclear? If a section is genuinely inaudible because of background noise, crosstalk, or low recording quality, I mark it with a timestamp and an [inaudible] note rather than guessing. Clearer audio always produces a more complete transcript.

Q: Can you deliver subtitle files for video? Yes. I can provide .srt or .vtt subtitle files with synced timing, ready to upload to your video platform or drop into your editor, in addition to or instead of a plain document.

Q: Will my files stay private? Yes. I treat your recordings and transcripts as confidential. They are not shared with anyone else or reused, and I'm glad to discuss any additional handling requirements you have.

Q: What if something needs fixing? Each plan includes revisions. If a name is misspelled, a timestamp needs adjusting, or formatting should change, send it back and I'll correct it within the agreed scope.