Who is a typist?
A typist is an individual who is responsible for all the typing-related work in a company, enterprise, or any kind of office. A typist has to be an expert in typing documents after reading related documents from some kind of a source. Typists were originally the people who used to type in typewriters. After the advent of computers, their responsibilities have also increased.
What does a typist do?
Typists are required to type documents, reports, policies, correspondences, or any other printed material for the office. Nowadays, typists are also required to proofread documents and correct them. They are required to have a keen eye for detail and a high speed in typing.
Typists need to type documents with minimal or no error. In some companies, they are required to perform other duties as well such as copying content, rewriting documents, proofreading, creating tables and reports, etc.
Job brief
Our company is on the lookout for an excellent typist for drafting typed documents. Before submitting a document after typing, you shall be required to proofread them so that they contain zero errors.
You must also have good communication skills and be a team player. If you have an amazing typing speed with pinpoint accuracy, this might be the right job for you.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Research, gather, and compile data on the given subject
- Convert audio recordings into written documents
- Convert handwritten documents to typed documents
- Maintain an efficient filing system for all the documents
- Proofread and reformat documents as per requirements
- Basic office errands such as copying, scanning, printing
- Create digital documents of all tasks
- Download, install and update important software
Key requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven work experience as a typist is preferable
- Excellent typing speed with accuracy
- Proficient in English grammar
- Ability to submit documents in tight time frames
- Speech recognition skills
