Typists and word processing operators

Typists and word processing operators type, edit and print using typewriter, personal computer or other word processor, and record oral or written matter in shorthand.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

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  • The majority of Typists and word processing operators earn a salary between PK 17,102 and PK 57,842 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Typists and word processing operators ranges from PK 17,102 to PK 28,150.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between PK 18,304 and PK 40,286 per month.

Role Responsibilities

  • Typing written material from rough drafts, corrected copies, voice recordings, or shorthand using a computer, word processor or typewriter
  • Checking completed work for proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and formatting
  • Gathering and arranging the material to be typed, following instructions
  • Filing and storing completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintaining a computer filing system to store, retrieve or update documents
  • Taking dictation and recording other matter in shorthand
  • Reproducing the spoken word, environmental sounds and song lyrics as captions for cinema and television programming
  • Transcribing information recorded in shorthand and on sound recording equipment

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