The Deadline Crunch for Field Reporters
Journalists spend hours re-listening to raw interview audio just to pull a few key quotes. Transcribing multi-hour audio files manually wastes precious time when breaking stories require rapid publication.
Why Journalists Rely on AltNotes
AltNotes provides an end-to-end voice environment for reporting:
- Speech-to-Text Accuracy: Fast transcription with clear formatting for interviews.
- Ask AI Source Queries: Ask "What was the source's response regarding the financial audit?" to get instant answers.
- Direct Note References: Jump directly to the exact source note reference to review the original interview context.
"AltNotes cut my article drafting time in half. I record field interviews, ask AI for key quotes, and verify the original note in seconds."
Recommended Workflow for Newsrooms
- Field Recording: Record client or source interviews directly into AltNotes.
- Extract Quotes with Ask AI: Query your notes for specific statements or data points.
- Draft Article Structure: Use AI Crafts to generate initial story outlines and article drafts.
