Pull Quotes Fast. File on Time.
Turn interviews, pressers, and scrums into clean TXT you can skim, search, and quote-without spending hours transcribing every word.
Works with MP3, M4A, WAV, MP4, MOV · Export: TXT only · No timestamps
Built for the Realities of Reporting
⚡ Deadline-First
Skim the TXT, jump to key sections, and lift accurate quotes without full manual transcription.
🎤 Presser & Scrum Ready
Handle long briefings and noisy rooms; clean TXT makes scanning for usable quotes faster.
🔍 Searchable Text
Find names, figures, and soundbites instantly across interviews and days of reporting.
🧾 Quote Hygiene
Cross-check wording before you publish. Keep a clean record of what was actually said.
🔒 Consent Minded
Use with permission; anonymize sensitive details in review and delete files any time.
Deadline Workflow (Field-Tested)
Tag While You Listen
Take brief notes with timestamps (e.g., “12:41 - budget cut quote”). Mark likely quotes and facts.
Upload & Get TXT
Drop the recording and receive clean plain-text. No heavy formatting to fight with on deadline.
Spot-Verify Quotes
Jump to the flagged moments, confirm wording, add simple speaker tags, and file your story.
Reporter Tips (From the Beat)
Journalists often mix fast note-taking with selective transcription. See this Reddit thread for real workflows and caveats: r/Journalism: transcribing advice.
⏱️ Timestamp Notes
- Write down mm:ss when you hear a likely quote.
- Use “!” to mark quotable lines; circle key facts.
🧠 Don’t Over-Transcribe
- On daily deadlines, pull only what you’ll use.
- For longform/features, transcribe more selectively.
🎧 Noisy Rooms
- Hold mic close, pick a quieter corner, avoid rustle.
- Review rough spots; verify exact wording before print.
🛡️ Sensitive Sources
- Follow consent law & newsroom policy.
- Be mindful of subpoena risk with third-party tools.
[00:42] "We’ll freeze hiring in Q4." (!) [03:10] Tax line-double-check figure [05:22] Clarifies timeline: pilot in Jan. - Pull quotes at 00:42 + 05:22; verify tax figure in audio before filing.
FAQ
Do I need full transcripts for every story?
Usually not. Many beat reporters keep timestamps in notes and only lift the parts they’ll quote. Save full transcriptions for features or investigative work when time allows.
Does InstantTranscriber add timestamps or speakers?
Export is clean TXT only. Add simple tags like “Q:” and “A:” or “Reporter:” and “Source:” during review if you need them.
What about consent and legality?
Always follow your jurisdiction’s recording rules and newsroom policy. Get consent where required. If handling sensitive material, consider internal guidance on using third-party tools.
Will this help with press conferences?
Yes-clean TXT makes scanning long briefings easier so you can extract accurate quotes quickly.
Is there a free trial?
Yes-start free and upgrade when you’re ready.
Quote Clean. File Fast.
Clean TXT transcripts built for deadline reporting.