Part-time, Remote Zoom Host & Court Reporter (Freelance) - Optima Juris : Job Details

Remote Zoom Host (Freelance) with Digital Court Reporter certification

An established, international court reporting agency is seeking hard-working and professional Zoom Hosts who can work remotely on a contract (freelance) basis. This is a great opportunity if you're seeking added revenue with the convenience of part-time work.

Note: we are currently seeking Zoom Hosts who have an AAERT-compliant digital court reporter certification.

As a Remote Zoom Host, you will be responsible for assisting with the following activities:

• Zoom hosting and technical support: help attorneys participate in virtual or hybrid hearings and depositions by setting up zoom hosting, including complex scenarios such as managing breakout rooms, managing screen shares, pinned recordings, etc.
• Scheduling and coordination: help to schedule, organize, test, and train parties to participate in remote hearings and depositions. You should have strong project management skills, experience managing a job calendar, and the ability to work with legal professionals.
• Technical support and management of diverse software tools: operate court reporting and legal software platforms, including exhibit management software, scheduling and calendaring software, production software, etc. Strong technical skills are a must.

To be considered you MUST:

• Have some prior experience in the legal industry -- know how to work with attorneys.
• Have a DIGITAL COURT REPORTER certification
• Have an open, flexible schedule allowing you to often be available whenever needed
• Have strong prior experience with Zoom, ideally running and configuring virtual depositions or legal proceedings.
• Be technically savvy, with the ability to understand and master new software tools and technologies quickly and easily. Have a strong knowledge of basic IT principles and best practices. Formal training is not necessary, but practical know-how is a must.
• Be intelligent, well-written, professional, extremely organized, and with a very high level of attention to detail.
• Be able to respond quickly and professionally to emails -- at any time, day or night, this is a crucial requirement in ensuring that our clients receive the best service in the industry.

You should apply if you are:

• Motivated and willing to go the extra mile to prove yourself.
• Eager for a professional challenge.
• Interested in remote, part-time, freelance work.
• Looking for the opportunity for growth.

If you feel you have what it takes for this position and would like to learn more, please email us a letter of introduction telling us about yourself, your professional experience, and how you feel you can contribute to our company. Please also attach a CV. Candidatures will only be considered with a well-written letter of introduction and CV. Thank you!