Digital Reporter, Jacksonville, Florida

Esquire Deposition Solutions • Jacksonville, FL

389d • $47,840 - $58,240

About The Position

The Digital Reporter serves as an officer of the court, responsible for audio capture and preservation of verbatim records in legal proceedings. This full-time role involves using digital recording technology to ensure high-quality documentation of depositions and other juridical events, while also providing excellent customer service and maintaining professional relationships within the legal community.

Requirements

• Exhibit a courteous and professional demeanor with the ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Follow the Company's standards for digital reporting to ensure quality assurance.
• Working knowledge of court procedures, legal documents, and terminology.
• Familiarity with digital audio/video recording technology.
• Provide effective and prompt customer service to the legal community and co-workers.
• Maintain a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and shift priorities as needed.
• Possess problem-solving abilities to resolve challenges.
• Ability to work under pressure and take direction from multiple supervisors.
• Maintain regular attendance and work at Esquire office when not assigned to a job.
• Commitment to Company objectives and ability to pass a national criminal background check.
• Familiarity with computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Follow IT's technical requirements for digital recording and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a legal secretary/administrator, paralegal, legal videographer, or legal transcriptionist preferred.
• Associate's Degree in legal studies, communications, audio/visual technology, performance art, or military experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow AAERT's and Esquire's best practices for digital reporting and recording.
• Prepare for job assignments by building worksheets and reviewing case information.
• Set up hardware for proceedings and ensure functionality before commencement.
• Produce quality audio/video recordings of proceedings.
• Maintain control of the proceedings as an independent authority.
• Create detailed annotations of essential testimony for review and transcription.
• Provide playback of testimony and marking of exhibits when requested.
• Secure all exhibits and perform proper backup of all files after proceedings.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks of all hardware and follow security requirements.
• Prepare and maintain required reports and logs, responding to communications in a timely manner.
• Organize work effectively and prioritize assignments while remaining flexible.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while working independently and in an office environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree