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 A/V Technician, you will use specialized equipment to record proceedings in numerous noteworthy places including legal courts, non-profit board rooms, and even Congressional committee hearings. Cross-trained as a Digital Court Reporter, you will be responsible for attending various legal proceedings and taking notes to enable later transcription. 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.
No prior A/V or 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 are encouraged to apply!
Location: We are looking for candidates based in the DC Metro Area, Arlington and Alexandria, VA.
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.
Develop and maintain a high-level understanding of audio and video technology, the legal field and company processes
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)
Proofread to ensure quality control on final work product
Write executive summaries and meeting minutes for a variety of proceedings
What we look for:
- 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
- Fluency in foreign languages
We also have great benefits so you can focus on doing your best work:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental insurance
- 401k with employer matching
- Flexible vacation scheduling
- 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.
