Isaac Muiruri Wathemu
@isaacmuiruriwathemu
Detail-oriented freelancer with expertise in transcription, data entry, and annotation.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented and reliable freelancer with over four years of experience in transcription, data entry, annotation, and captioning. My expertise lies in delivering high-quality, accurate work within tight deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail and efficiency. I have honed my skills through various roles, including Transcriber & Captioner at Wavel.ai, where I achieved a high captioning accuracy rate of 98%. My experience also includes transcription work at Rev.com and data entry, annotation, and labeling tasks at Remotasks.
Throughout my career, I have developed a strong technical background and analytical skills, which enable me to produce precise and well-organized outputs. I am adept at using specialized tools and software for data entry, annotation, and labeling, ensuring error-free and structured records. My ability to adapt to diverse content, including interviews, webinars, and research discussions, has allowed me to deliver high-quality results consistently.
I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from Mount Kenya University and a Bachelor's of Technology in Technical and Applied Physics from The Technical University of Kenya. My educational background, combined with my professional experience, has equipped me with the skills to handle complex tasks efficiently and effectively. I am committed to leveraging my expertise to contribute to freelance opportunities that value precision and organization.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Transcriber & Captioner
Wavel.ai
Jan 2019 - Jan 2024 (5 years)
Created and synchronized captions for various video content, ensuring accuracy and readability. Proofread and edited captions to ensure grammatical correctness and proper synchronization while meeting specific captioning requirements and tight deadlines.
Transcriber
Rev.com
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)
Transcribed and formatted audio and video recordings into accurate, well-structured text documents. Edited and proofread transcripts to eliminate errors and improve readability while delivering high-quality transcripts within strict deadlines.
Data Entry, Annotation and Labeling
Remotasks
Jan 2019 - Feb 2021 (2 years 1 month)
Performed high-accuracy data entry tasks, ensuring error-free and well-organised records. Annotated and labeled images, audio, and text for AI training and machine learning models while meeting strict deadlines.
Education
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Mount Kenya University
Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Education
2024 -
Grade: Distinction
Pursued a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with a focus on enhancing teaching skills and educational methodologies.
The Technical University of Kenya
Bachelor's of Technology, Technical and Applied Physics
2021 -
Grade: Second Class Honours - Upper Division
Completed a Bachelor's of Technology in Technical and Applied Physics, focusing on the principles of physics and their applications in technology.
The Lenana School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2014 -
Achieved the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, demonstrating proficiency in various subjects and preparing for higher education.
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