I work at home and my days begin at about 6am. I get up, take a shower, do my makeup, and get dressed for my day. I get recordings sent to me and it’s my job to enter the file information into the database, route the audios to the transcriptionists, who have a set turnaround time to transcribe the files and send the files back for me to proofread, or in my business we call it QA for Quality Assurance, and send the files back to the clients.
CAREER
Word Processors and Typists
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$44,030
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
-38.2% (decline)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Word Processors and Typists Do
Use word processor, computer, or typewriter to type letters, reports, forms, or other material from rough draft, corrected copy, or voice recording. May perform other clerical duties as assigned.
Other Job Titles Word Processors and Typists May Have
Clerk Typist, Keyboard Specialist, Typist, Word Processor
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Perform other clerical duties, such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.
- Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format.
- File and store completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update, and delete documents.
- Print and make copies of work.
- Transmit work electronically to other locations.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Word Processors and Typists
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (50%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Associate's degree
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
Bachelor
English Language and Literature, General
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
Having a close eye and being able to focus, and strong proofreading skills.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
Everyone
Not being scared to try things you wouldn't expect to relate to your major. Also, there may be job fields that do not exist now that may exist later on, so be open to whatever comes your way.
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