HOW TO TRANSCRIBE
| DOs | DON’TS |
|---|---|
| Use transcription tools wisely: Leverage software to save time, but always review carefully for accuracy. | Rely only on auto-transcription: Software errors can distort meaning; always proofread manually. |
| Transcribe in stages: Break long recordings into smaller sections for easier handling. | Edit content prematurely: Focus on accurate transcription before summarizing or rewriting. |
| Keep original audio accessible: Retain the recording for fact-checking and future reference. | Ignore context: Don’t leave out background noises or interruptions if they provide meaningful context. |
| Note emotions and tone: Indicate when the interviewee shows strong emotion (e.g., [laughs], [pauses thoughtfully]). | Lose track of time stamps: For long interviews, include time markers for significant quotes. |
EXAMPLE
Solution: Example Transcription
Solution ONLY with software
Congratulations on your performance today. How would you describe your feelings after this competition? Thank you. I feel completely exhausted but at the same time really happy.
It was a tough competition and I gave it everything I had. Knowing that my effort paid off makes me really proud. Was there a specific moment in the competition that stood out to you or changed the course of the event? Yes, absolutely.
In the final round I pushed myself to the limit and realized I still had something left in the tank. I focused entirely on my technique and tried to stay mentally strong. I think that made all the difference in the end.
So what's next for you after this competition? How are you planning to prepare for future challenges? Oh, I'll definitely take a few days to recover but then I'll get right back to training. My next big goal is the upcoming competition in a few months. I want to come back even stronger and improve on today's performance.
Final solution
Interview title: [Competition], [Athlete name], [Date]
Interviewer (I): [Name]
Athlete (A): [Name]
(I): Congratulations on your performance today. How would you describe your feelings after this competition?
(A): Thank you. I feel completely exhausted but at the same time really happy. It was a tough competition and I gave it everything I had. Knowing that my effort paid off makes me really proud.
(I): Was there a specific moment in the competition that stood out to you or changed the course of the event?
(A): Yes, absolutely. In the final round I pushed myself to the limit and realized I still had something left in the tank. I focused entirely on my technique and tried to stay mentally strong. I think that made all the difference in the end.
(I): So what's next for you after this competition? How are you planning to prepare for future challenges?
(A): I'll definitely take a few days to recover but then I'll get right back to training. My next big goal is the upcoming competition in a few months. I want to come back even stronger and improve on today's performance.