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standards for edited lines - Genesis


Posted: Sep 15, 2011

I manage a  transcription department and we went live with Escription a few months ago.  I am working on setting standards for edited lines as well as putting together an incentive program.  Would anyone be willing to share their policy for transcribed/edited lines and what they are currently paying for incentive. Thank you! Renee

I want to work for you... - MTgirl

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I think it is great you are putting together an incentive program! That is wonderful news!

I have to edit 150 lph (which I think is very low), and cannot send more than 5% of work to QA, no incentive, and very low pay.

Another MT who wants to work for you with Escript experience - lka

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I am too embarrassed to tell you what I make; it's that bad, but what is one to do when no one wants to pay a highly skilled word specialist with 25 plus years of experience in all specialties.

Where I work I believe one has to do 125 lph for straight and 250 for VR. I do about 180-200 for straight and 300+ for VR. No incentives, no shift differential or weekend differential, although I was told that was worked into my already low salary.

I just accepted a job at another MTSO that far exceeds my current pay and even has a shift differential. I will be working part-time for this new employer but would consider another part-time position if it fits and I do love escription, which I will be leaving.


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