Experienced Digital Court Reporter

HERITAGE REPORTING CORPORATION; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HERITAGE REPORTING CORPORATION is seeking a skilled Digital Court Reporter in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will manage digital recording equipment to capture legal proceedings accurately, produce certified transcripts, and coordinate with legal personnel.

This position requires experience in court reporting, proficiency with recording software, and a strong understanding of legal procedures. Certification from AAERT or NCRA is preferred. Join a trusted partner in delivering excellence in court reporting services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in digital court reporting or legal transcription.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and courtroom protocol.
• Ability to maintain composure and accuracy in fast-paced legal environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital recording equipment to accurately capture court proceedings.
• Produce and certify accurate transcripts from digital recordings.
• Coordinate with attorneys, judges, and legal staff to ensure smooth proceedings.

Skills

Digital court reporting

Legal transcription

Attention to detail

Time management

Listening skills

Education

AAERT or NCRA certification

Tools

Digital recording software

Courtroom audio equipment

Job description

About the Role

Heritage Reporting Corporation is seeking a skilled and certified Digital Court Reporter to join our team in Washington, DC. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to play a vital role in the accurate capture and documentation of legal proceedings at the highest level.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital recording equipment to accurately capture court proceedings, depositions, and hearings.
• Monitor and manage multi-channel audio recording systems to ensure clear, uninterrupted sound quality.
• Maintain detailed logs and annotations of speakers, exhibits, and proceedings in real time.
• Produce and certify accurate transcripts from digital recordings in a timely manner.
• Manage and archive digital audio files in compliance with court and agency standards.
• Coordinate with attorneys, judges, and legal staff to ensure smooth proceedings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical recording issues as they arise.

Requirements

• Proven experience in digital court reporting or legal transcription.
• Proficiency with digital recording software and courtroom audio equipment.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and courtroom protocol.
• Exceptional listening skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain composure and accuracy in fast‑paced legal environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills for transcript delivery deadlines.
• Active AAERT or NCRA certification preferred or willingness to obtain in one month.

About Us

Heritage Reporting Corporation is a trusted partner to government agencies and top-tier law firms nationwide, delivering excellence in digital court reporting, stenography, videography, transcription, and summary services. We’ve built our reputation on precision, reliability, and innovation—backed by our experienced team and agile structure.