Tara Foster
Sutherlin
Summary
Freelance transcriptionist, data entry clerk, coding specialist, and annotator, eager to continue my career and excel. Through years of work experience, I have developed a strong foundation in various technical skills and methodologies through extensive education and hands-on practice. Committed to delivering high-quality results by leveraging a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Proven ability to adapt to different project requirements while ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all tasks.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Transcriptionist
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Transcribing over 4,000 dictations for several companies with 98% accuracy and feedback.
- Using problem solving skills and providing feedback to boost productivity and efficiency for numerous clients.
AI Captioner, Editor, Transcriptionist, Linguistics Specialist, Search Engine Evaluator, Data Annotation
Appen
01.2020 - 01.2026
- I have implemented strong language skills while creating 1000’s of captions for AI models.
- Meticulously transcribing and editing 100’s of audio files with 98% accuracy.
- I have generated over 1000 detailed, explicit captions from video AI models.
- 100% consistent positive feedback on auto capturing contrastive labeling, and video regression grading.
Part-time Office Manager
Fosters Home Improvements
Sutherlin, VA
01.2006 - 01.2023
- Creating and maintaining over 200 timely and accurate customer records.
- Record handling time customer service with 100% positive feedback.
- Cutting labor costs by 12% by efficiently coordinating work efforts between office staff and carpenters.
- Implementing leadership skills by efficiently completing all administrative duties.
Data Entry/ Proof Operator/ Bookkeeper
Virginia Bank & Trust
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Entering 1000’s of transactions and data into the proof machines with high speed and 100% accuracy.
- Creating and maintaining 100’s of timely and accurate customer records in the database.
- Providing excellent customer services with 100% positive feedback.
- Improving efficiency in data the entry department by 33%.
Education
Diploma -
Dan River High School
01-1999
Bachelor of Arts - English
Old Dominion University
01-2022
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Administrative Support Technology General Office Specialization
Danville Community College
01-2015
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Administrative Support Technology in Medical Office
Danville Community College
01-2013
Skills
- Oral and written communication skills
- Data entry experience
- Data annotation, labeling, captioning
- Type 65 plus words per minute
- MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Dragon, SAMPA, Peachtree, MS e-mail attachments, Database Software, Express Scribe, In Design, Publisher
- Video production and digital linear design editing
- Detail oriented, strong critical thinking skills
Certification
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Transcription
- Microsoft Office
- Office Information Processing
- Digital Art and Design
- MEDCa Coding
Timeline
Freelance Transcriptionist
01.2023 - 01.2026
AI Captioner, Editor, Transcriptionist, Linguistics Specialist, Search Engine Evaluator, Data Annotation
Appen
01.2020 - 01.2026
Part-time Office Manager
Fosters Home Improvements
01.2006 - 01.2023
Data Entry/ Proof Operator/ Bookkeeper
Virginia Bank & Trust
01.2000 - 01.2006
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Administrative Support Technology in Medical Office
Danville Community College
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Administrative Support Technology General Office Specialization
Danville Community College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Old Dominion University
Diploma -
Dan River High School