Captioning and transcription for government needs
Verbit provides federal agencies, municipal and county governments and law enforcement with accessible solutions for their audio and video content. Our expert team and purpose-built solutions are used to live caption board meetings, city councils, state legislatures and emergency warnings, transcribe police interviews, dashboard and body-worn camera footage and translate and dub political ads.
Our products
Caption Live
Caption your municipal and county government, state legislative, school board and federal agency meetings and press conferences in real-time. Our live captions are designed to keep participants engaged, improve comprehension and offer greater accessibility.
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Trusted by:
GSA Schedule contracts
Our services can be contracted under the GSA Schedule. We deliver accurate closed captioning, transcription and audio description on any video or event needed by local government bodies and municipalities.
Meeting government body needs
Verbit’s expertise in the sector stems from years of work with The Department of Education, The Library of Congress and many others. Our solutions support federal, state and local agencies and leading institutions in their need to meet Section 508 requirements. Our highly secure platform is designed to provide professionals with peace of mind when sharing confidential content. Whether it’s government sessions, emergency updates, personnel training, how-to videos, visitors center information or pre-recorded videos which need to be distributed internally or to the public, Verbit can handle it all.
Important ways to work with us:
GSA: GS-35F-0220X
DUNS: 797908332
NAICS: 561410, 561492, 512191
SIC: 7338, 7338-13
Hear from our customers
Explore why thousands of professionals choose to partner with Verbit. Discover their firsthand experiences and how our team supports the diverse needs of media organizations, companies, universities, legal firms and government agencies.
“Despite technical challenges, such as poor-quality audio and varied dialects and accents, the transcriptions must be accurate. Verbit understood the need for accuracy and the historical significance of this work early on in the project.”
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Pricing options
Explore the pricing available to you and discover how best to connect with us to build a custom plan based on your unique needs.
FAQs
What security measures are in place to protect sensitive information or data?
Verbit prioritizes security for all government transcription and captioning services. Our platform uses end-to-end encryption, secure cloud storage, and complies with relevant government security standards, ensuring that all sensitive information and data are fully protected throughout the process.
What government material can benefit from captioning?
Captioning can be applied to a wide range of government materials, including live and recorded meetings, press conferences, emergency announcements, training videos, and informational content for constituents. Captioning helps make this content more accessible, ensuring that individuals with hearing impairments or non-native speakers can fully engage with the information.
Can I order captions for archived material?
Yes, Verbit offers captioning services for archived government content, including previously recorded sessions, meetings, and other media. Our Verbit Archive product ensures your archived materials are accessible to all constituents by providing closed captions and transcripts.
Can I order audio description for my government material?
Absolutely. Verbit provides audio description services for video content, making it accessible to individuals who are blind or with low vision. This service adds a layer of narration that describes important visual elements, ensuring all constituents can access the content fully.
What is the difference between Caption Live and Venue Live?
Caption Live is designed for real-time captioning of formal government settings, such as meetings, town halls, and legislative sessions, helping participants stay engaged and informed. Venue Live, on the other hand, focuses on live captioning for larger onsite events, such as press conferences and emergency announcements, enhancing accessibility for audiences attending in person or online.