English Stenographer
えいぶんそっきしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who uses a stenotype machine, etc., to take real-time shorthand of English speech and convert it into accurate text data.
Description
English stenographers are professionals who use stenotype machines or shorthand symbols to record English speech at high speed and accuracy, converting it into text. They work in various settings such as meetings, seminars, courtrooms, and public hearings, and format and proofread the text for readability afterward. They may also be responsible for real-time captioning or subtitling. They need broad knowledge across fields and high English listening comprehension to handle specialized terminology and diverse accents. Skills in transcription software, document creation tools, and accurate Japanese proofreading are also essential.
Future Outlook
While the advancement of AI automatic transcription technology may reduce demand for general transcription, there is expected to be sustained demand for high-precision real-time stenography and recording in specialized fields.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched Employee / Freelance / On-Site / Remote
Career Path
Assistant Stenographer → English Stenographer → Senior Stenographer → Stenography Team Leader → Stenography Instructor
Required Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Office Software / Shorthand Notation Operation / Stenotype Operation / Transcription Software
Recommended Skills
CAT Tool Operation / English Skills / Proofreading and Editing / Specialized Field Terminology Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to quickly adapt to various pronunciations and accents. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minor listening errors can lead to misunderstandings of the content. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because high concentration is required for real-time text conversion work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accurate reproduction is required more than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical analysis tasks rarely occur. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Shorthand Association English Shorthand Proficiency Test
- Japan Shorthand Association Shorthand Proficiency Test
- TOEIC
Aliases
- English Stenographer
- English Stenography Operator
- Stenotypist
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