Ausbildung career
Stenographer / Live Captioner Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Schriftdolmetscher/in
The training to become a Stenographer / Live Captioner is a regulated vocational training or further education, with content and qualifications determined by professional associations or state law. Prerequisites, duration, and final qualification names can vary depending on the training provider.
What you do
- Transcribing spoken language in real-time (e.g., using a stenotype machine or keyboard)
- Documenting events, lectures, or court hearings
- Providing communication access for individuals with hearing impairments
- Quickly and precisely capturing and reproducing specialized terminology
- Post-processing and formatting transcripts
- Adapting to different speaking speeds and styles
Requirements
- Excellent German language skills (oral and written, minimum C1 level)
- Very good listening comprehension and high concentration abilities
- High typing speed and accuracy
- Diligence, discretion, and a strong sense of responsibility
- Technical affinity for specialized hardware and software
- Resilience and endurance
- Good general knowledge and quick comprehension skills
Career prospects
- 1Specialization in fields such as legal, medical, or conference interpreting
- 2Self-employment as a freelance stenographer/live captioner
- 3Employment in public institutions (courts, parliaments) or private companies
- 4Further education to become a sign language interpreter or translator
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
Browse all positionsFrequently asked questions
Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Stenographer / Live Captioner Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 950 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
What German level do I need for a Stenographer / Live Captioner Ausbildung?
Usually C1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Stenographer / Live Captioner Ausbildung?
Excellent German language skills (oral and written, minimum C1 level); Very good listening comprehension and high concentration abilities; High typing speed and accuracy; Diligence, discretion, and a strong sense of responsibility.
Where can I find open Stenographer / Live Captioner Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Stenographer / Live Captioner
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.