10 Work at Home Transcription Jobs for Beginners

If you have been looking for work at home transcription jobs, you have probably noticed the the options for that are becoming few and far between.

AI has changed transcription, and some companies that used to have plenty of beginner work now have long waitlists, very little work, or rates that simply are not worth the time.

Basic “listen to this easy audio and type every word” work is getting harder to find.

BUT at the same time, companies still need people to correct automated transcripts, work with difficult audio, identify speakers, follow specialized formatting rules, handle legal material, and quality-check AI-generated text.

Below is a mix of things you could consider doing if you are still interested in earning some money doing transcription.

10 Work at Home Transcription Options Open Now

1. Lionbridge – US English Transcriber

Lionbridge currently has a remote US English Transcriber opening paying $25 to $34 per hour.

The work includes transcribing single-speaker audio, podcasts, and multi-speaker conversations. Some projects may also include audio or text annotation work.

Lionbridge specifically says that previous transcription or annotation experience is a plus, but not required. You do need excellent American English, strong listening skills, and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

Lionbridge says multiple similar projects are planned throughout 2026.

Go here to apply for the US English Transcriber opening at Lionbridge.

2. Intellectix / Transcriber

Intellectix hires U.S.-based transcriptionists for its Transcriber platform, which handles government, legal, and other high-stakes audio and video.

The company specifically says it welcomes people who are new to transcription. You complete a skills-based exam, and hiring is based on performance and trainability rather than previous transcription experience.

The work includes reviewing and correcting AI-generated transcripts, identifying speakers, formatting transcripts, and checking the final copy for accuracy.

You must be a U.S. citizen living in the United States and able to obtain Public Trust clearance. Typing 65 WPM or faster is preferred.

Go here to see the current transcription opportunities with Intellectix/Transcriber.

3. eScribers – Legal Scopist/Proofreader

eScribers is currently recruiting remote US contractors for legal scoping, proofreading, and transcription-related work.

You need a high school diploma or equivalent, strong attention to detail, Microsoft Word, and a typing speed of at least 55 WPM. They prefer people who can give them at least 20 hours per week.

Pay is per page, with weekly direct deposit. The company says it is currently recruiting for ongoing, long-term work.

This one says past experience is preferred but not required, so it may be worth a shot if it interests you.

Go here to apply with eScribers. I have an overview of eScribers if you want to learn more about them.

4. Allegis / Veritext

Allegis, which is part of Veritext, is another company still actively recruiting home-based transcriptionists.

They specialize mainly in legal and insurance transcription and currently say they have many work-from-home transcription contracts available.

Their current recruiting materials also make it clear that they work with people at different experience levels, including newbies.

Go here to see the current Allegis/Veritext transcription opportunities.

5. Prevail – Legal Transcriptionist/Editor

Prevail is currently hiring remote contract Legal Transcriptionists/Editors in the U.S. and internationally.

The work consists largely of reviewing AI-generated legal deposition transcripts against the original audio or video, correcting errors, identifying speakers, researching names and legal terminology, and applying the company's formatting guidelines.

Pay is $14 to $22 per hour. A college degree, transcription certification, and previous legal transcription experience are listed as preferred rather than required.

Go here to apply for Prevail's Legal Transcriptionist/Editor opening.

6. 3Play Media – Voice Writer

3Play Media is currently accepting applications for remote English Voice Writers at all experience levels.

Voice Writers create real-time captions for live events by listening and re-speaking the audio into 3Play's web-based software. The work requires strong listening and speaking skills and the ability to listen, speak, and type at the same time.

This is contract work. You need a computer, headset, strong internet connection, and must complete a background check. 3Play says contractors are paid weekly.

Go here to apply for remote Voice Writing work with 3Play Media. You can read a little more info on 3Play Media in my review.

7. Alignerr – Audio Transcription Specialist

Alignerr is currently recruiting remote freelance Audio Transcription Specialists to help train AI systems to better understand human speech.

The work involves listening to audio recordings and transcribing them into accurate written text, following formatting and punctuation guidelines, identifying speaker changes, and flagging unclear or inaudible sections.

You do not need previous professional transcription or AI experience. Alignerr is looking for people with strong listening skills, accurate typing, attention to detail, and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

This is flexible contract work, and Alignerr lists a pay range of $40 to $120 per hour, although actual rates and available projects may vary.

Go here to apply for the Audio Transcription Specialist opening at Alignerr. I have an overview of Alignerr written here if you want to learn more about them.

8. Turing – US English Audio Transcription and Annotation

Turing currently has a remote U.S. English audio project involving transcription, speaker identification, timestamps, and audio quality review for AI systems.

The work includes checking human-validated transcripts against multi-speaker recordings and correcting transcription and diarization errors. Native U.S. English and strong attention to audio detail are required.

Turing lists language teachers, linguists, and professional transcriptionists among the backgrounds suited to the work.

Go here to see Turing's current US English audio transcription project.

9. micro1 – AI Transcription Projects

micro1 hires remote language specialists for transcription projects used to train AI systems. Current openings include transcription work in languages such as Mandarin, Cantonese, Dutch, Tamil, and others.

The work can include transcribing audio, correcting automatic transcripts, adding speaker or contextual labels, and proofreading completed transcripts. Pay and requirements vary by language.

Previous AI experience is not required, although some of the current listings prefer prior transcription experience.

micro1's current Mandarin Transcription Expert role pays $20 to $30 per hour and is remote.

Go here to see one of micro1's current transcription openings.

10. OpenTrain AI – Audio Transcription Projects

OpenTrain AI currently has several remote audio transcription projects for people who are fluent in languages in addition to English.

Current listings include German, Spanish, French, Hindi, and Portuguese transcription work. Tasks can include transcribing audio, correcting transcripts, adding timestamps or labels, and reviewing audio data used to train speech and language models.

Requirements and pay vary by project. One current German Audio Transcription Expert opening is listed as entry-level at $20 to $36 per hour, is open to U.S. applicants, and says prior transcription or language-focused experience is helpful but not required.

Go here to see the current German transcription opening at OpenTrain AI.