Digital Reporter - Minnesota Notary

As a Digital Reporter at Parrot, your primary responsibilities include hosting Zoom calls for clients, troubleshooting any technical issues, swearing in witnesses, and maintaining high audio quality for recordings. You'll also ensure that all procedures are followed accurately and confidentially, while navigating through scripted materials during legal proceedings.

To qualify for the Digital Reporter position at Parrot, you must hold an active Notary Public license and be located in one of the approved states. A strong internet connection and a video-enabled computer are essential, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with Zoom is also beneficial, and while experience in the legal industry is nice to have, it’s not required.

While prior experience in the legal industry can be advantageous for your role as a Digital Reporter at Parrot, it is not a strict requirement. What’s most important is your willingness to learn and adapt, as well as your active Notary Public license through one of the qualifying states.

Parrot offers flexible working hours for the Digital Reporter position, allowing you to choose your schedule between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, in your local time zone. This flexibility helps you manage your time effectively while balancing work and personal commitments.

As a Digital Reporter at Parrot, you'll enjoy the benefits of a fully remote work environment, flexible part-time scheduling, and the independence of a 1099 contract position. Furthermore, you’ll receive all necessary training free of charge and benefit from a supportive team focused on your professional development.

When asked about experience with Zoom, highlight any past experiences where you've used it for meetings or presentations. Discuss your comfort level with troubleshooting common technical issues, such as audio and screen sharing, since these skills are vital for a Digital Reporter role.

To ensure confidentiality, explain your understanding of the ethical responsibilities associated with legal documentation. Emphasize your commitment to protecting the privacy of client information and adhering to any non-disclosure agreements in place.

Share specific strategies you have implemented, like setting structured daily goals, creating a dedicated workspace, or using task management tools. Highlight how these tactics have helped you stay productive and organized while working from home.

Provide an example of a technical issue, such as connectivity problems or audio feedback, and describe the steps you took to resolve it. Emphasize your ability to think on your feet and how you ensured the meeting continued smoothly.

Outline your preparatory steps, such as reviewing any scripts or requirements beforehand, setting up the technology to ensure high audio quality, and discussing expectations with clients. Highlight your attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Discuss your approach to easing the witness's concerns by fostering a calm, professional environment. Explain how you would use your communication skills to encourage participation while ensuring they understand the significance of the deposition.

Identify qualities such as strong communication, technical proficiency, confidentiality, organization, and adaptability. Share examples or experiences that demonstrate how you embody these qualities and how they contribute to your success in this role.

Articulate your understanding that a Digital Reporter is responsible for accurately capturing legal proceedings through high-quality audio, ensuring all procedural requirements are met, and preparing the transcript with attention to detail and confidentiality.

Discuss your methods for prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and importance. Share how you schedule your time efficiently to balance multiple responsibilities, and highlight any tools or techniques that support your time management strategy.

Show enthusiasm for the opportunity by discussing your interest in working with advanced technology and your eagerness to support legal professionals. Highlight how Parrot’s mission aligns with your career goals and values.