Substitute transcriptionist needed Thursdays
- MarleysGh0st
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Substitute transcriptionist needed Thursdays
We do have new shows airing again this week, right?
I'll need a substitute transcriptionist for this Thursday, when I'm going down to NJ, and next Thursday, too. And then we'll have to see what happens.
I'll need a substitute transcriptionist for this Thursday, when I'm going down to NJ, and next Thursday, too. And then we'll have to see what happens.
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Re: Substitute transcriptionist needed Thursdays
I'm still looking for someone to take Wednesdays since I'm doing Fridays. And what does "we'll have to see what happens" mean?MarleysGh0st wrote:We do have new shows airing again this week, right?
I'll need a substitute transcriptionist for this Thursday, when I'm going down to NJ, and next Thursday, too. And then we'll have to see what happens.
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Re: Substitute transcriptionist needed Thursdays
Did you see my contribution to the Bored's run of bad news, Christmas week?earendel wrote:And what does "we'll have to see what happens" mean?
MarleysDad has liver cancer. He's having surgery on Friday and I'm guessing he'll be in the hospital a week. Then we'll have to see how quickly he recovers at home (and if the tumor is isolated or if chemo/radiation may be necessary).
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No, I didn't.MarleysGh0st wrote:Did you see my contribution to the Bored's run of bad news, Christmas week?earendel wrote:And what does "we'll have to see what happens" mean?
I'm so sorry to hear that. I'd take the Thursdays that you need, but it's hard enough to do two days a week, much less three.MarleysGh0st wrote:MarleysDad has liver cancer. He's having surgery on Friday and I'm guessing he'll be in the hospital a week. Then we'll have to see how quickly he recovers at home (and if the tumor is isolated or if chemo/radiation may be necessary).
"Elen sila lumenn omentielvo...A star shines on the hour of our meeting."
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Re: Substitute transcriptionist needed Thursdays
Thanks, ear.earendel wrote:I'm so sorry to hear that. I'd take the Thursdays that you need, but it's hard enough to do two days a week, much less three.
You're already doing more than your share. We should keep the reminders going.
So, we need a substitute for the next two Thursdays and we still need a permanent replacement for Wednesdays. Any volunteers?
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I will do the next two Thursdays, after I get home from work. I'm sorry I can't help much on the W-F problem, but I get home so late, it's a hardship for roomie, who does the heavy lifting of dealing with the tape while I type.
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Much as I would like the excuse to tape and watch the shows again, GW would kill me if I took on something like this right now. Wedding plans have begun in earnest. Even Boston auditions may have to take second place anytime before mid-August.
I just ordered chicken and an egg from Amazon. I'll let you know.
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Wedding plans for BD? Since when has the father of the bride been kept busy with wedding plans?gsabc wrote:Much as I would like the excuse to tape and watch the shows again, GW would kill me if I took on something like this right now. Wedding plans have begun in earnest. Even Boston auditions may have to take second place anytime before mid-August.
As if you care about coordinating the invitations with the flowers with the bridesmaid dresses with the cake with the table centerpieces...
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That's right! Weddings are such a reliable audition hook, it just might work once for the father of the bride instead of for the young couple.silvercamaro wrote:If auditions are announced in Boston, you should insist upon going. After all, how the heck are you supposed to pay for this wedding otherwise?gsabc wrote:
Wedding plans have begun in earnest. Even Boston auditions may have to take second place anytime before mid-August.
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I'm having pangs of guilt here. I'm off on Wednesdays and I do have a DVR. The show comes on here at 8AM central time. You'd just have to guide me as to what time you want it posted.
I'm just not sure if I could do a very good job with transcribing, but I can try. If I screw it up royally, I suppose ya'll can fire me.
Maybe someone can email me tips on the best way to do it without pulling my hair out the first few trys.
I'm just not sure if I could do a very good job with transcribing, but I can try. If I screw it up royally, I suppose ya'll can fire me.
Maybe someone can email me tips on the best way to do it without pulling my hair out the first few trys.
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Oooooh, sounds like a volunteer for Wednesdays!kayrharris wrote:I'm having pangs of guilt here. I'm off on Wednesdays and I do have a DVR. The show comes on here at 8AM central time. You'd just have to guide me as to what time you want it posted.
I'm just not sure if I could do a very good job with transcribing, but I can try. If I screw it up royally, I suppose ya'll can fire me.
Maybe someone can email me tips on the best way to do it without pulling my hair out the first few trys.
First, as for when to post the transcripts, most of us do it in the evening, but if you get done earlier and don't want to wait, that's not a problem. Anyone who doesn't want to be spoiled can just avoid opening the thread.
Do you have your computer in the same room as your TV & DVR? I find it's easiest to write the transcript into a text file first, then to copy and paste from that when posting the transcript messages. (Some people have had timeout problems on the Bored, if they try typing it all in directly to a post.)
I have a file I use as a template for the transcripts, which I can e-mail to you when I get home. Copying the Q&A is easy, using the pause button on your DVR. Deciding what to enter for the banter is harder--do you enter verbatim dialog, paraphrase it or skip it entirely?--but transcriptionists also have full discretion when it comes to those decisions.
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I think you have my email address. I will await your advice and see what I can do to help you out. Add in any pointers you think I'll need.
It won't hurt my feelings at all.
I do have a laptop, so having the computer in the same room is not a problem.
It won't hurt my feelings at all.
I do have a laptop, so having the computer in the same room is not a problem.
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As usual, Dad gets the technical crap. Arranging for hotel rooms, transportation, sign language interpreter, general logistics ... you get the idea. My main task, though, will be to keep GW calm throughout, and to keep BD calm as the date finally nears. Living with these two women for the next eight months will be ... interesting. And I already played the "pay for the wedding" card, adding in the part about Chris being a soldier. Didn't help.MarleysGh0st wrote:Wedding plans for BD? Since when has the father of the bride been kept busy with wedding plans?
As if you care about coordinating the invitations with the flowers with the bridesmaid dresses with the cake with the table centerpieces...
As far as I'm concerned, just stuff me into a tux, show me where to sign and tell me how much.
I just ordered chicken and an egg from Amazon. I'll let you know.
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HALLELUJAH!!!!!!!!MarleysGh0st wrote:Excellent!
Yes, I do have your address. I'll e-mail that file (and the password for the shared account) this evening.
Can you start this Wednesday? I'm sure ear will be glad to be relieved of his double duty.
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I am listening to 'A Spot of Bother' where there is a wedding happening while the father has a nervous breakdown. Maybe not the best book for you at this time!gsabc wrote:As usual, Dad gets the technical crap. Arranging for hotel rooms, transportation, sign language interpreter, general logistics ... you get the idea. My main task, though, will be to keep GW calm throughout, and to keep BD calm as the date finally nears. Living with these two women for the next eight months will be ... interesting. And I already played the "pay for the wedding" card, adding in the part about Chris being a soldier. Didn't help.MarleysGh0st wrote:Wedding plans for BD? Since when has the father of the bride been kept busy with wedding plans?
As if you care about coordinating the invitations with the flowers with the bridesmaid dresses with the cake with the table centerpieces...
As far as I'm concerned, just stuff me into a tux, show me where to sign and tell me how much.
"A bed without a quilt is like the sky without stars"
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