Editor - Freelance

Opus 2; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international court reporting firm is seeking an Editor to join its team in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate transcripts of legal proceedings, with responsibilities including editing and formatting under high-pressure conditions. This role requires prior court reporting experience, a fast typing speed, and strong English language skills. Flexibility and the ability to communicate professionally with legal professionals are essential. Overtime may be necessary to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a court reporter is essential.
• Minimum typing speed of 200WPM is required.
• Professional demeanor and ability to build rapport with legal professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate transcripts of legal proceedings.
• Edit transcripts for accuracy and formatting.
• Assist with the processing of final transcripts and related files.

Skills

Technical knowledge of CAT software

Extensive English vocabulary

Attention to detail

Professional communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility and teamwork

Tools

Total Eclipse

Case Catalyst

Job description

Opus 2 is a rapidly growing, award-winning international court reporting and legal technology business offering real-time transcription and market-leading trial services to the legal profession, with exceptional quality of service at the forefront of everything we do. We are headquartered in the UK with a global presence in Europe, Middle East, the US, Hong Kong and Singapore.

As a premier transcript provider, Opus 2 works exclusively with industry’s leading court reporters to capture thehighest quality transcriptof the spoken word in hearings, trials, arbitrations, inquiries and more. We are looking for a Editor to join our growing company in the Middle East, working alongside independent editors and the Opus 2 team.

Primary responsibilities

• Have technical knowledge of computer-aided translation (CAT) software, Total Eclipse or Case Catalyst;
• Together with Writer, provide an accurate transcript of the verbatim record of legal proceedings;
• Edit transcripts in Total Eclipse and/or Case Catalyst, on a realtime or delayed basis by reference to the audio, ensuring that they are appropriately formatted, names and terms are spelled correctly, sentences are properly punctuated and any errors are rectified;
• Assisting, where necessary, with the processing of the final transcript at the end of the day including the provision of ASCII files;
• Amending transcripts and preparing errata sheets in accordance with client instruction;
• Filing up to date glossaries for all court reporting jobs.

• Prior experience as a court reporter.
• Extensive English vocabulary and excellent grammar;
• Minimum of 200WPM;
• Meticulous attention to detail with a low tolerance for errors;
• Professional, courteous and confident communicator who can build a rapport with judges, lawyers and colleagues;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Proactive with good energy and a willingness to learn;
• Flexible, team player.

Other information

• Overtime work (after hours in the evening) may be required to complete transcripts on time;
• Travel to the Middle East and surrounding areas may be required;

Contact:

• All communication for arrangements on assignments will be made with the reporter managers.