Enhance Readability: OCR PDF Transcription

• Status: Closed
• Pris: $20
• Bidrag mottagna: 7
• Vinnare: maralanggeng

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I'm on the lookout for a skilled freelancer who can assist me with the transcription of several PDF documents that are predominantly in English. These documents are of significant age, encompassing a mix of typed content and sections that could be considered handwritten due to their misalignment and the challenge they present in readability. Given the uncertain nature of the improvements needed for readability and alignment, I seek someone with the flexibility and expertise to evaluate and suggest potential solutions.

**Key Requirements:**
- Fluent in English, with an emphasis on understanding older dialects or writing styles if present.
- Proficient in Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology, with the ability to accurately transcribe both typed and potentially handwritten texts.
- Capable of enhancing misaligned or difficult-to-read sections, with a readiness to discuss and apply potential improvements to improve overall readability, would be nice but optional.
- Full and accurate transcription and conversion of text into a Word document format is the primary requirement. The transcription accuracy of the final product should be at or near 100% accuracy.
- Experience in handling and transcribing old documents, with a sensitivity towards preserving the original content's integrity.

**Ideal Skills and Experience:**
- Strong background in document digitization and transcription, specifically with English texts.
- Knowledgeable in various OCR software and tools, with a preference for those skilled in manual adjustments for higher accuracy.
- After OCR, text that is not property recognized or property converted to text will need to be manually corrected to ensure accuracy with the goal of reaching near 100% accuracy.
- Creative problem-solving skills, particularly in addressing issues related to document misalignment and readability without clear directives.
- Excellent communication skills, enabling effective discussion on suggested improvements and the feasibility of their implementation.

- This is one of many such documents we will eventually want to transcribe, if this initial jobs is satisfactory.

I am open to suggestions on how to approach the issues mentioned and look forward to collaborating with someone who can offer both expertise in transcription and insight into enhancement techniques. Together, let's ensure these valuable documents are preserved and made more accessible.

Rekommenderade kompetenser

• English (US) Translator
• Engelsk grammatik
• Engelsk stavning
• OCR
• Transkription