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POW Diary Transcription

$30-250 USD

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Posted over 7 years ago

$30-250 USD

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We need a handwritten, Prisoner of War (POW) diary transcribed The diary is 119 pages (A5) long. The language is English. The handwriting is fairly cramped. I have attached 1 page as a sample so you can ascertain the difficulty of reading it. I feel quite sure that the successful bidder will get better as time goes by. What we need done - Diary must be transcribed into a Google Document and periodically reviewed by myself (after every 20 pages). We do want as much accuracy as the handwriting will allow. Price wise - Either a quote per 20 pages or a quote for the whole job - I don't mind payment milestones
Project ID: 12127086

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I'm still very interested in this project. Hello, and welcome to Freelancer. I'm a native American English speaker and would love to work on your project. I can't say that I can guarantee 100% accuracy, but you are correct in that I believe the longer I work on this project the better I would get at deciphering the writing. I believe this is a British POW, correct? The date at the top and some of the words suggest he's British. Knowing that might help with the project, as having a knowledge of British spelling and sentence construction. I have that knowledge. I've given a very generous due date, partly because there are holidays coming up here in the US where I will be out of the office. I agree that reviewing the content over time is a wise plan; I also believe that there will be times when I'll need to edit pages I've already transcribed, due to finding and understanding new words. I look at this project as sort of big puzzle or deciphering code. While I may be able to transcribe complete sentences in order, I think I might end up looking for all the words that I recognize in the entire document and typing those out, and then working on the words that are less legible. I hope that makes sense. I'm also adept at research, if necessary, to help me understand the context of the document, which may help add to my ability to transcribe the document. At any rate, if you're interested in working with me, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Carol McKenzie
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Hi there! I'm the perfect fit for your project! I have more than ten years’ experience in a wide range of transcription projects, including many different interview formats and topics. I give a fast turnover, with highly accurate, professional, proofread formatted transcripts! My rates are competitive with professional rates! For the success of your project, choose me from the outset! Kind regards, Jonna
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Hello, After i read your project description, i am very interested and suitable for it, I'm an experienced English Transcriptionist/Transcriber for more than 3 years, transcribing an audio/video with time stamps or none / Clean verbatim or Full verbatim transcription, type of audios/videos interviews, discussions, recordings, podcasts and etc. I can start right now. Please contact me i can assure you the best quality and speed transcript. Thanks, Regards Ricson Philippines
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Hello, how are you? I hope you have a bright day/evening from your side. I have read the details provided, but please contact me so that we can discuss more on the project. I believe I have the required skills in this case. I will work on your requirements personally since I do not outsource to third parties, this guarantees you high-quality work that is delivered on time. You can also request for revisions till you’re fully satisfied with the work. I believe writing is a passion and not a money making business where people will deliver low-quality work just to get paid. Try my services, and you will never regret. Waiting for your kind response
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Hello, I skilled in transcription, and I am great at reading all types of hand writing. I can complete the entire diary in 4 days for $200(negotiable) and I'd be honored to do so. POWs are some amazing people!
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I am a full-time online transcriptionist. I make my living transcribing audio, video, and typing out PDF files for loyal customers just like you. I’ve done multiple transcriptions for general, legal, and medical audio. I have 5 years experience working for both online companies and as a professional freelancer. My current typing speed is 100 words per minute.
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I have been a legal secretary for over 40 years and in such time have had a lot of experience deciphering difficult handwriting. Your project is very interesting and I am including a partial transcription - Please contact me should you require any further information. "Monday, 31st Yesterday, Sunday, was visiting day – Alf Hortens, Jim Sutherland and Noel Woods came in to see me. Long letter from Win dated 11th April. All well, going to Jimberts’ cottage for Easter holidays. Should be very jolly David Peter and Rosemary. No mention Some details of Judius Jackson’s death. No mention of Blenheim House. I wonder how many boarders we have. S R :- T Burke is in . with having helped Col Page & Co escape." Saturday second Athletic Sports Great excitement and very much better performance than last time. 42 officers (British) and a few O.R’s (S.A.) came in today for Some were captured in Tunisia. We haven’t heard their news yet but the outstanding piece of information is that we have taken 330,000 prisoners in Tunisia, 120,000 of whom are Huns." If I am the successful bidder perhaps I can research a little more to get correct names, etc. I am sure I will be able to decipher the handwriting the more I read of it.
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