What Does a Typist Do?
Typists perform a variety of typing-related tasks for organizations, such as transcribing audio recordings, encoding handwritten documents, and other general document processing. Typists must have fast and accurate typing and 10-key typing speeds, and they may deliver their work in hard copy or electronic form.
Typist Job Overview
In the typist role, you are expected to work efficiently and accurately to turn provided information into legible documents. A key element of this role is maintaining confidentiality with sensitive information to protect the firm from information leaks. Success in this role is demonstrated by quickly and accurately encoding data, and promptly generating reports and other documentation.
Typist Job Responsibilities and Duties
- Generates written or computer-generated documents and reports
- Proofreads documents before submission
- Files records and copies of physical and digital documents
- Tracks hours rendered for specific tasks
- Provides transcripts of meetings and audio recordings
- Takes notes and memos during meetings
Typist Job Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional reading and listening comprehension abilities
- Outstanding typing skills
- Strong organization and time-management skills
- Detail-oriented
- Proficient in MS Office
- High school diploma or equivalent
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