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Monterey County Superior Court

Court Reporter

Salinas, CA · On-site

$8.5K - $10K/mo

DESCRIPTION Under direction, the official court reporter is responsible for the verbatim official record; provides readback upon request; prepares certified transcripts of the proceedings; and ...

Midland County

Court Reporter 238th District

Midland, TX · On-site

$124K/yr

An official court reporter of a district court may conduct the deposition of witnesses, receive and make a certificate of the proceedings anywhere in the State of Texas; The Supreme Court may adopt ...

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How much do freelance official court reporter jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance official court reporter in the United States is $80,550.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Official Court Reporter vs Freelance Certified Court Reporter?

AspectFreelance Official Court ReporterFreelance Certified Court Reporter
CredentialsOfficial certification, often state-specificCertified by national or state agencies, may include certification exams
Work EnvironmentCourthouses, legal proceedings, official settingsFreelance assignments, depositions, legal proceedings outside court
Employer/Industry UsageEmployed by courts or government agenciesIndependent contractor, law firms, court reporting agencies

Freelance Official Court Reporters typically work in official court settings with specific certifications, often employed by courts. Freelance Certified Court Reporters operate independently, providing services for depositions and legal proceedings outside official courtrooms, with certifications that validate their skills. Both roles require strong transcription skills and certifications, but their work environments and employment structures differ.

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Court Reporter Job Shadowing

Superior Court of California, County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position Summary Court Reporter Job Shadowing Opportunity (Unpaid) Schedule: 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM Start Time (based on court calendar) Sonoma County Superior Court is offering an unpaid Court Reporter Job Shadowing Program for students currently enrolled in an accredited court reporting school. This in-person opportunity allows aspiring court reporters to gain valuable real-world experience by shadowing an Official Court Reporter during live courtroom proceedings. Participants will observe and gain exposure to a variety of legal settings, including trials, preliminary hearings, and general calendars in felony departments.

The goal of this program is to help students develop essential skills in accurate, real-time verbatim reporting of legal proceedings. Requirements: Must be currently enrolled in a court reporting school program. This opportunity is open to both stenographic court reporters and voice reporters.

Must be available to start at 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM and remain until the courtroom takes a break or the calendar concludes for the session. Must have a strong interest in pursuing a career in court reporting and demonstrate professionalism and discretion in a courtroom setting. Important Notes: This is an unpaid shadowing opportunity.

There are no wages, stipends, or benefits associated with this program. Shadowing sessions take place in person at the courthouse. Professional attire is required.

Must abide by professional standards of confidentiality and ethics. Benefits of Participation: Firsthand exposure to live courtroom procedures. Opportunity to observe experienced Official Court Reporters in action.

Valuable preparation for entering the professional workforce in the legal system.

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