Machine Shorthand Reporter Cover Letter Template

Dear Hiring Manager, I’ve spent years working with shorthand and transcription, and I’ve learned how to keep pace without losing accuracy. In my current role I produce clean verbatim notes from fast court and meeting audio, and I’ve seen transcription turnaround times drop when I use both stenotype input and sound recorders. At [Previous Company] I handled 6 to 8 hours of daily audio and produced reliable captions for live events, with a measurable uplift in caption accuracy. I’m drawn to [Company Name] because I value precise transcription and clear captions for diverse audiences. My strengths include stenotype and shorthand operation, proofing and editing copy, and coordinating with captioning teams to ensure consistency. I pay attention to environmental sounds and song lyrics as well, and I adjust transcripts for readability while preserving spoken meaning. One recent shift involved a long trial where I read transcripts aloud for corrections on request. I cross-checked with the audio file, fixed gaps in rapid dialogue, and reduced reported errors by significantly improving the final caption quality. I also helped QA a small batch of captions for a local broadcast, ensuring the output matched the spoken word and any nonverbal cues. I’m available for a discussion at your convenience and happy to provide examples of work. I can contribute quickly to the team and align with your captioning and transcription standards. Kind regards, [Your Name]