Home-Based transcription for businesses and researchers

University researchers and students, small businesses, podcasters, market research firms and content creators.

Charge per audio minute or per audio hour, with extra for poor audio, multiple speakers, rush turnaround or timestamps.

• Fast, accurate typing
• Strong English spelling and grammar
• Good listening and attention to detail
• Keeping client material confidential

• Confidentiality: clients may expect a signed agreement and secure file handling
• Check whether you need professional indemnity insurance in case of errors
• Check with your local council if home-based business approval is needed
• Poor audio and heavy accents take longer, so quote for difficulty and not just length
• Register for GST once turnover reaches the threshold

Startup costs are typically estimated around $200 to $1,200, depending on the equipment and software you choose. It is a low-cost business to begin, and you can work from your home office.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $400 to $3,000, depending on how much work you win and how difficult the audio is. The estimate assumes at least 6 hours a week. Poor audio takes longer, so quote for difficulty.

Clients may expect a signed confidentiality agreement and secure file handling. Check whether you need professional indemnity insurance in case of errors, and whether your council requires home-based business approval. Register for GST once turnover reaches the threshold.