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Make the most of your educational background in the legal field by becoming an independently contracted Digital Reporter with Veritext Legal Solutions, offering hybrid services. We are seeking a tech-savvy individual looking for a career within the legal system to join our team as an independently contracted Digital Reporter. In this role, you will use high-quality digital audio equipment to capture the verbatim record of a deposition or other legal proceeding. This is a high-demand, independently contracted career that offers flexible schedules, ongoing support and mentorship, and high earning potential.
Entry-Level - No Experience Required. We provide you with the support you need to be successful.
Digital Reporters (DR)’s are not shorthand reporters or stenographers, and no stenographic tools or training is required.
Responsibilities:

Managing the proceedings as an independent arbiter of the record

Swearing in witnesses and acting as Notary of the State

Generating a clear and complete recording of the proceedings using high-fidelity audio technology

Creating accurate and detailed annotations of case events and terminology to serve as a guide for subsequent transcription.


*Through every step, we’re there to support applicants through the entrance assessment and suggest outside digital reporting courses and certification. We’ll also connect you with peers and experts to compare digital reporting equipment and share tips about software use.

**SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A CERTIFICATION PROGRAM IS REQUIRED.**


We Offer:

Career in high demand - access to the widest pool of work in the industry - you’ll have opportunities for hybrid assignments across the US & Canada.

A comprehensive program – as an independent contractor, you are not on your own with Veritext. We will guide you through the Digital Reporter certification process and provide financial incentives in order offset certification and equipment costs.

Superior Engagement & Support - online community supports our reporters and encourages them to make the most of their contract and earning potential.

Flexible Work Schedule – One of the excellent benefits of working as a Digital Reporter is choosing assignments that match your schedule. You set your own hours.

Great Hourly Wage

Digital reporting with Veritext Legal Solutions is an excellent new opportunity for you, and we’ll help make it happen.


Start your bright new career in a stable field that has huge growth opportunities.


Apply Today!

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