Can Rev be trusted?

Can Rev be trusted?

Rev’s audio transcription and video caption services are trusted by more than 170,000 customers around the world. Our 99% accuracy is backed with a 100% guarantee.

How much do you get paid with Rev?

In an email, Rev said that “many skilled transcriptionists on Rev earn $15+ per hour. Slower and less experienced typists earn less.” It said jobs are offered at “a wide range of pay rates” and are paid per job, not hourly, because the workers are freelance.

Which is better Scribie or Rev?

Essentially Scribie has a much slower turnaround time, and charges more than Rev for a quick turnaround. They also charge for more for poor audio quality, verbatim transcriptions, accents, and they have Uber-style surge pricing.

Is transcribing for Rev worth it?

Rev is even upfront that if you’re an average person, transcribing will take you at least four times longer than the duration of the audio you need to work on. Rev.com is a legit company and it is not a scam, however, most people who believe that it is a scam had terrible experiences with the company.

How long does it take for Rev to hire you?

If you pass the quality check, you’ll receive an email permitting you to register your account with Rev and start claiming transcription jobs immediately. Normally it takes under about one week to hear back, meaning you could get paid for your first transcription job within less than two weeks of applying.

Is Rev strict?

Nothing bad to say really other than the grading process they use is very strict and particular. If you receive an audio file with really difficult audio to understand, that can really damage your metrics.

Is it hard to get a job at Rev?

While Rev is proud about having a network of 50,000 freelancers, many Revvers think that this is a downside. There are Revvers who said that there is not enough job for everyone and you have to be really fast to claim a job, otherwise you’re left with the really tough videos.

Why does Rev pay so little?

Rev is a transcription and captioning company. They pay a small amount of money based on the length and difficulty of the audio. At that point the amount of time you put in is not worth the pay.

Do you have to pay taxes on Rev?

All of our transcriptionists, captioners, and translators are independent contractors and therefore Rev does not withhold taxes from your earnings. Even if you made more than $600 last year, any tax information or paperwork you require should be provided by PayPal directly.

How fast do I need to type to be a transcriber?

Typing speeds of at least 65 words per minute (wpm) are recommended for beginning transcriptionists—most seasoned transcriptionists type between 75 and 90 wpm. If your typing speed doesn’t hit those levels today, don’t worry because consistent practice can have your fingers moving faster in no time.

Who is a Captionist?

: a person who writes captions especially : a person who provides the captions used in closed captioning The captioner strokes the steno keys while listening to the live broadcast, transcribing the broadcast accurately while inserting correct punctuation and other symbols. — Ferguson’s Careers In Focus, 2009.

Is it worth it to work for Rev.com?

Every work experience is unique. Tell us about yours. Rate your employer. Working for Rev.com as a Transcriptionist is not worth it. The pay is low while starting out, and it is difficult to work up the chain at Rev. You’ll hear disturbing things and it just isn’t worth it for the low compensation.

What should my Rev rating be on Rev.com?

As a revver, you will make 25% more for your transcription work and will have access to a wider variety of jobs. Revvers are expected to maintain an accuracy rating of 4.5, formatting rating of 4.5 with 75% on-time submission and a commitment ratio of 8. As a revver your work is spot-checked with comments applied.

What are the benefits of being a Revver?

At some point, you will be promoted to revver status. As a revver, you will make 25% more for your transcription work and will have access to a wider variety of jobs. Revvers are expected to maintain an accuracy rating of 4.5, formatting rating of 4.5 with 75% on-time submission and a commitment ratio of 8.

How long does it take to work at Rev?

Work at Rev is fast-paced and stressful. Unlike many other transcription companies, you’re only given a few hours to complete any given project; this is including any time that you may spend doing independent research.