Uzbek-English Transcription and Translation of Video Interviews
Transcribe and translate five Uzbek language interviews into English.
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Overview
Transcribe and translate five Uzbek language interviews into English.
You have:
- Strong skills in written translation in Uzbek and English.
Contract
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UNHCR requires the support of an online volunteer to transcribe the five Uzbek language interviews – approximately 65 minutes in total – and create a time-stamped English transcript which can be used to edit a video, write human interest stories, and produce other communications materials.
The online volunteer would be required to create an accurate time-stamped English transcript for each video, at 30-second intervals. The number of videos will be shared upon successful selection of the candidate.
UNHCR does not require the Uzbek transcript, only English. This will support UNHCR to accurately portray forcibly displaced people, amplifying their voices, telling hopeful stories, and driving support for them and their host communities.
Strong skills in written translation in Uzbek and English.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with transcription and translation tasks? | This assesses your practical experience with relevant skills. | Share specific examples of tasks you have completed in similar roles. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in your translations? | The interviewer seeks to understand your approach to maintaining quality. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in transcription and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you work to strict deadlines while maintaining quality? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle difficult or ambiguous phrases during translation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools or software do you use for transcription and translation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time when you had to adapt your translation style for different audiences. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you think accurate transcription is important for storytelling? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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