What I am realizing is that the captioning world is a hard world to gain employment. The usual thing is that you need experience to get the jobs. I decided to set up this blog to practice and keep track of my progress. I don't know if it is a blog that people will be interested in but I know my purpose for doing it. I can tell you what I'm learning.
1. You just don't get it. (re: audio that is not clear)
2. It's ok if you don't get it.
3. Being able to write American English is an advantage. I learnt British English so I have to switch to American English. This is very difficult but not impossible.
4. It's time-consuming. The job itself is time-consuming and some things you may have to research.
5. Working at home beats having to be in traffic and be at someone else's workplace.
6. Work may be slow in coming if not established or with an established company.
7. Harder to get jobs if not in the US or a US citizen.
8. Timing is everything. Time those captions!
9. Being educated while you work is fantastic. Some videos can be really interesting.
10. There is always work since there will always be another movie, tv show or some form of video out there.
11. Rest your hands. Those babies are your work tools.
12. Patience. The beginning seems rough but when you're near the end, there is a sense of accomplishment.
13. Proofreading is your best friend. Keep him/her close. Stay besties.
14. Flexibility. You can work day or night, weekdays or weekends or a combination of those but get the work done on time.
15. Relax. Breathe and don't get anxious. Take your time but don't be a snail.
I think from looking at the above, I have learnt quite a lot. Wow! So, maybe these points will help someone even in another job. Some things are relatable.
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