Testimonials

“My company was engaged to manage a retail study involving interviews with top executives around the world. We knew we needed a high quality, intelligent transcription service to meet our deadlines, work with business language, and be flexible enough to work with thick English accents in some of the interviews. After talking with several transcription companies, I selected Transcription Professionals based on their affordability and excellent references. It's the best decision I made on this project! I was delighted that all our work went to one transcriptionist--Sidney--who became a very valuable member of our project team. Not only did Sidney meet all our deadlines, but she also did an excellent job of learning our subject matter, accurately transcribing all of our interviews, and was always friendly and easy to work with. I am pleased to be a reference for Sidney and Transcription Professionals and would be glad to speak with anyone regarding my excellent experience with the company.” — Jane Fitzjerrell, Consultant, McMillan Doolittle LLP, Chicago


“I have used Transcription Professionals for several of my research projects. My interactions with Paula and her transcription staff have always been professional and expedient. The transcriptions of my interviews and focus groups were thorough, accurate, and perfectly formatted. The turn around time has been short (just a few days), and I believe the prices are very reasonable. Working with this company has been of immense help to me in my qualitative research.” —Demetra John, University of Illinois, Chicago



“Transcription Professionals did an outstanding job transcribing interviews for our documentary film 'Refrigerator Mothers.' Gina Cook transcribed with great accuracy what were often lengthy and intellectually complex interviews with multiple speakers. Turnaround time on the transcripts was fast and the work was done at a very reasonable cost. The transcripts were invaluable in the editing room! I would recommend Transcription Professionals anytime for the high quality of their work and the very professional attitude of the transcriptionists.”—J.J. Hanley, Producer of “Refrigerator Mothers” documentary for PBS's POV series, July 2002, Kartemquin Education Films, Chicago



"Transcription Professionals did a fantastic job! The transcripts were incredibly accurate, and the turn-around time exactly as promised. Both the management and staff were extremely professional and courteous, and responded quickly to any questions I had during the project. In addition, the cost was very reasonable-- the best price I could find for both the quality and speed. I highly recommend Transcription Professionals to others, and I will certainly use them again in the future! "—Tara Shochet, MPH School of Public Health, University of Michigan



Sales Pitch

Paula Kamen, Executive Director

To many, "intelligent transcription" may sound a bit like an oxymoron. Most people regard transcription as labor-intensive work for clerks who are skilled only in typing.

Unfortunately, this is often the case. Far too many transcription services produce documents that are riddled with grammatical mistakes, punctuation errors, and inaccuracies.

Transcription Professionals, however, is a different breed of transcription company. We have earned a reputation as "the intelligent transcription service" for our ability to take on difficult tapes on all topics — and produce top-quality results. Our skilled staff also offers the following services:

Our specialties

Since 1995, Transcription Professionals has earned a solid reputation for specializing in interviews and meetings, many involving technical or difficult subject matter. I started this business after working at the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago, and saw that there was a need for highly skilled transcription.

We are proud of repeat business from corporations, including marketing research and production companies, as well as non-profits. Clients include ESPN, Disney, the Chicago Historical Society, American Hospital Publishing, and Kartemquin Films (the makers of the documentary film Hoop Dreams).

Where we excel...our people

As a professional editor, I ensure that the transcripts are accurate and complete. My staff consists of well-educated, intelligent professionals and graduate students, many of whom have degrees in English or experience in other writing fields. Transcription demands a high level of literacy and general knowledge, in addition to superior typing skills. Plus, our rates are reasonable and competitive, and we have a large staff to ensure quick service for large orders.

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