Freelance Legal Transcriptionist (1099 Contractor)
How this role will Serve, Own, Grow at Rev Rev is a leading marketplace for transcription services, offering opportunities for skilled freelancers to work on diverse projects from legal files to media content. We are expanding our team of freelance transcriptionists to focus on legal transcription, supporting court reporting agencies, attorneys, law firms, and other legal professionals. Join our growing community of Revvers and work on meaningful, high-impact legal files. We are seeking experienced Legal Transcriptionists who excel in accuracy, detail, and time management to transcribe legal audio content, such as depositions, court proceedings, and client interviews. This is a freelance, independent contractor (1099) position that offers the flexibility to work from home, set your own schedule, and select the projects you want to work on. Responsibilities: Transcribe audio files from legal projects with precision and clarity Deliver accurate, high-quality transcripts with excellent grammar and punctuation Maintain strict adherence to legal transcription guidelines and deadlines Use research and proofreading skills to ensure correct legal terminology and context Respond to feedback and make necessary corrections promptly Qualifications: 1+ years of transcription experience, preferably in legal transcription Strong typing skills with a speed of at least 70 wpm and 99% accuracy Excellent command of English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is a plus Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage time effectively Proficiency in using transcription software such as FTR Player or Express Scribe Access to professional transcription equipment, including high-quality headphones or speakers and antivirus software Willingness to work as an independent contractor (1099) Revver Perks (i.e. 1099 freelancer): Flexible schedule: Work as much or as little as you want, whenever you want Work from home or anywhere with an internet connection Choose from a variety of legal and non-legal transcription projects Join Rev s freelancer community with access to forums, resources, and peer support #LI-Remote Life at Rev Rev is a speech technology company that offers human and AI solutions to help the world's communicators and creators transform audio and video into meaningful knowledge. Designed for accuracy and scale, Rev produces transcripts, global subtitles, and closed captions with 99%+ accuracy for over 1M users and 63% of the Fortune 500. Equipped with 6.5 million hours of real-world data and a community of human transcriptionists, Rev elevates any audio and video operation with time-saving AI and human-led Speech-to-Text solutions for creating content at speed. Further, Rev offers custom API builds on top of transcription services to further increase engagement and capabilities. Our mission is to unlock the full power of human speech, amplifying voices, stories, and ideas that might otherwise go unnoticed. We believe in bridging the gap between individuals, communities, and global audiences, and fueling connections and experiences that drive meaningful change. Joining Rev means joining a team of smart, passionate, and friendly people with different backgrounds, shared ideas, and similar goals. We firmly believe that a thriving employee community, driven by a sense of purpose and continuous professional growth, is essential to delivering exceptional products and services. Oh, and did we mention the perks? Competitive Salary 401K Health, Dental, and Vision Parental Leave Generous PTO and Paid Holidays Competitive Stock Options Parking and Transportation Benefits Health and Wellness Benefits Desk and Home Office Stipend Learning and Development Stipend 4 Weeks Paid Sabbatical After 5 Yrs Charitable Giving Match Program We encourage and celebrate different perspectives regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, age, race, origin, religion, caregiver status, disability, ethnicity, veteran status, or sexual orientation. We're all about empowering voices and connecting worlds. Come join us in transforming spoken words into powerful actions, shaping the future of communication, and making sure every voice is heard. Ready to make a difference? Rev is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Rev.com's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, tran