[nabop] braille transcription and proofreading career information

[Judy jones]

Hi, Sarah,

>From my experience having been a transcriber, if you are going to have 
transcription as your sole occupation, there isn't a lot of profit to be had 
unless you expand to become a larger company.  I also diversified and became 
an ADA consultant that also brought in income.  If you can diversify into an 
occupation to complement the transcription itself that will help.  Also, 
take time to write a business plan to project where you see yourself, for 
example, five years from now.  It is also very important to check the market 
in your area.  How much of a need is there, and which markets are easily 
accessible and receptive to paying for braille access for their clientelle? 
Get the support of someone in Small Business Administration as you start in.

Judy

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Sarah" <sarahandfamily at live.com>
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Sent: Saturday, March 30, 2013 2:49 PM
Subject: [nabop] braille transcription and proofreading career information


> good afternoon. I am considering a career as a Braille transcriptionist or 
> proofreader. I am totally blind and have been reading and writing Braille 
> all my life. How long does it take to complete the braille transcription 
> and proofreading classes? are the classes offered  in the Amarillo, Texas 
> area? What equipment will I need? Since I already know Braille, should I 
> just take one course? What would have the best employment opportunities 
> between transcription and proofreading? what is the average annual salary? 
> Could I find employment in the Texas Panhandle? Feel free to email me off 
> list. Thank you.
>    Sarah Harris
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