With each change of speaker, create a new paragraph. Begin each paragraph with a timestamp followed by the speaker's name (spelled out), in italics, like this:
#00:00:44-0# Jennifer Floether: I was born and brought up in Edinburgh.
Note: You can use the speaker's initials if you like, and later do a search-and-replace to insert the full name.
Adjust preferred setting (spool time, volume, etc.) — don’t be discouraged if it takes a while to find the settings that work best for you
Use the comments to make notes of difficulties/questions you have while transcribing
Choose a symbol (such as an asterisk) to denote sections of the transcription that you would like to return to and revise — be consistent
Create shortcuts as needed
Follow the Style Guide as much as possible (there will be plenty of editing to follow after the transcript is complete).
