Synchronizing transcript and recordings

Synchronizing is matching the sounds and timing of the recording with the appropriate transcript text.  Synchronizing a recording with the transcript is accomplished by:

• using specialized software such as Camtasia Studio, Adobe Premiere, or Magpie to syncrhonize before producing the final product or
• using specialized web processes provided by YouTube or UniversalSubtitles sites.

There are several options available to the UM campus community that can assist with the captioning process once a transcript is obtained. 

• Information Technology / Technical Support Services provides captioning training.  Please contact Janet Sedgley at (406) 243-5452 for further information.
  • A captioning station and support is available in the VIP (Video and Innovative Productions) office for faculty and staff who wish to provide captioning for web and electronic resources being created.  (Camtasia Studio is provided.)
  • A freeware captioning software (Magpie) is also supported for individual captioning efforts.
• Non-technical captioning advise is available as time allows by the DSS office's Sign Language Interpreters/C-Print Captionists.  Please contact the main DSS office at  (406) 243-2243 (Voice/Text).