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Digital Court Reporter - Contractor

Tampa, FL · On-site

We currently have a need for reporters to appear in person for local and travel jobs in Tampa and the surrounding regional areas. Remote work is also available. We offer very flexible scheduling and ...

eScribers

Digital Court Reporter - Contractor

Tampa, FL · On-site

We currently have a need for reporters to appear in person for local and travel jobs in Tampa and the surrounding regional areas. Remote work is also available. We offer very flexible scheduling and ...

California State University

$100/hr

Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a ... State of California Certified Shorthand Reporter certificate. * Court Reporting Certificate of ...

California State University

$100/hr

Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a ... State of California Certified Shorthand Reporter certificate. * Court Reporting Certificate of ...

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A Regional Reporter is a journalist who covers news and events within a specific geographic area, such as a city, county, or region. They gather information through interviews, research, and attending events to report on local politics, community issues, business, and culture. Their work helps keep the public informed about developments that directly impact their area, often contributing to newspapers, radio, television, or online media outlets. Regional Reporters play a crucial role in ensuring local stories are heard and understood by the community.

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Digital Court Reporter - Contractor

eScribers

Tampa, FL

Contractor

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Digital Court Reporter -  Contractor position  

eScribers is looking for experienced digital court reporters.

**SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A TRAINING PROGRAM OR RELEVANT REPORTING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.**

We are a nationwide court reporting and transcription company.  We currently have a need for reporters to appear in person for local and travel jobs in Tampa and the surrounding regional areas.  Remote work is also available.  We offer very flexible scheduling and the opportunity to take transcription work (for candidates found suitable based on relevant experience).

General Requirements:

  • Completion of training program OR previous reporting experience
  • Must have reporting equipment before being onboarded 
  • Be legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Experience or knowledge of legal proceedings
  • High degree of professionalism
  • Commit to meeting all deadlines
  • Be able to upload and download files and use other basic computer functions
  • Have a high-speed internet connection
  • Reliable mode of transportation
  • Have a current U.S. bank account to receive contract payments
  • Candidates must have their own reporting equipment

Compensation and Onboarding:

You will be an independent contractor and will be compensated on a per project/assignments basis.

Compensation will include:

  • Daily appearance fee
  • Travel expenses reimbursed, if necessary
  • Commission on copy sales and exhibit handling
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit

Candidates selected for this position will be required to undergo an onboarding process that involves completion of required paperwork, computer setup, and familiarizing yourself with the programs and workflow system you'll be using.

Additional information about our onboarding process will be provided to candidates selected for this position.

Priority for work is given to court reporters who maintain excellent quality standards in the submission of their assignments.

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