Part-Time Legal Multimedia Capture Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Neal R. Gross and Co. is a leading Court Reporting and Transcription services company based out of the Washington, DC area. As a trained Legal Multimedia Capture Specialist, you will use specialized equipment to record proceedings in numerous noteworthy places including legal courts and even Congressional committee hearings. You will be responsible for attending various legal proceedings and taking notes to enable later transcription (completed by a transcriptionist). This position requires a focused and motivated candidate with the ability to work in an autonomous setting. We hire intelligent, well-rounded people from a variety of backgrounds. The role will mostly be doing legal operations work and about 20% A/V work as well.

No prior A/V, legal operations, or court reporting experience is required. NRGCo provides comprehensive paid training to new hires in order to provide you with the tools necessary to succeed. All equipment, hardware, and software are provided.

Recent college graduates or current students are encouraged to apply!

Location: This is an in-person role, and the office is located at 1716 14th St NW Ste. 200, Washington, DC 20009. You will be required to go to client locations throughout the D.C. Metropolitan region.

Hours: The role is very flexible. We need people who can work 10-20 hours per week (Monday-Friday), anywhere from 2-10 hours per day.

At NRGCo you will:

• Represent the company in a professional manner at a variety of proceedings at a range of locations (primarily in the DMV area, with opportunity for domestic and international travel).
• Operate audio/video equipment to create a recording of client activities, including:
• Set up audio/video equipment in a professional manner and digitally record and report proceedings
• Accurately position and monitor microphone placement for ideal audio capture.
• Establish appropriate video framing consistent with legal videography norms.
• Continuously mix multiple audio tracks and monitor for interference on a portable audio interface.
• Actively track and log key legal events during legal proceedings, including notating relevant spellings, the introduction of exhibits, and objections.
• Swear in deponents and faithfully capture their spoken testimony under oath during depositions and other legal proceedings.
• Interact with high-level clients (Federal Govt, State Govt, Private Industry)
• Develop and maintain a high-level understanding of audio and video technology, the legal field and company processes
• Proofread to ensure quality control on final work product
• Write executive summaries and meeting minutes for a variety of proceedings

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail
• Reliably punctual and deadline-oriented
• Can-do attitude and excellent work-ethic
• Ability to work independently
• Organizational and time-management aptitude
• Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills
• Excellent English language skills
• Proficient with technology
• Ability to pass security screening for access to client sites, including government buildings

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with and passion for the legal industry
• Comfortable with audio/video technologies (experience doing A/V for theatre or live music is a plus!)
• A reliable mode of transportation and the ability to lift up to 50lbs

Benefits

We also have great benefits so you can focus on doing your best work:

• Competitive compensation based on experience - $24 to $28 per hour.
• Job security for good performers, with many employees of 10+ years tenure
• Occasional remote work, schedule varies day to day
• A company with a growing, dynamic work environment, and a team of intellectually curious, supportive colleagues!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status or other protected classes.