Tech at Every Scale: Audio Mastery, Digital Workflows, and the Bigger Picture of AI
Recorded On: 07/18/2026
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Whether you're covering a packed courtroom, a tight deposition suite, or a multi-party arbitration, your audio setup can make or break the quality of your record. This session walks through practical mic configurations for every setting, from corded and wireless options to extensions and accessories that give you flexibility without sacrificing sound quality. We'll cover how to choose the right equipment for the room, troubleshoot common audio challenges on the fly, and build setups you can adapt as conditions change. We'll also explore digital tools for electronic job diary bookkeeping to help you stay organized from assignment through delivery.
Then we'll zoom out and look at the bigger technological shift happening around us: artificial intelligence. We'll explore how AI is affecting the environment through its massive energy and resource demands, and how those demands are reshaping real estate markets in ways that may surprise you. As professionals who depend on technology every day, understanding these larger forces helps you stay informed and ahead of the curve. From the smallest adjustment to your mic setup to the broadest implications of AI, this session is about giving you the knowledge to navigate technology at every level.
*Please note that due to a power outage, the first few minutes of this presentation were not recorded. You can find the information covered in the PowerPoint located under the handouts tab.
Total CEU: 0.10.
This webinar was recorded live at NCRA's 2026 Annual Conference. The PowerPoint used for this presentation should be downloaded from the handouts tab to follow along with the presenter (if available).
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Jessica Waack
Jessie Waack has been a freelance court reporter for 30 years, building her career across Wisconsin, San Francisco, and New York City. Throughout that time, she has worked on a wide range of litigation, with much of her recent work focused on complex cases. Her experience in multiple legal markets has given her a practical perspective on both the profession and its evolution over the past three decades.
In each place she has called home, Jesse has enjoyed becoming involved with the local court reporting community, serving on the boards of the Wisconsin Court Reporters Association, the Deposition Reporters Association, and the New York State Court Reporters Association. Those experiences have given her the opportunity to connect with reporters across the country and contribute to a profession she has enjoyed for nearly three decades.
When the legal industry rapidly evolved during the pandemic, Jessica embraced the opportunity to expand her technical expertise. She immersed herself in learning new technologies, refining workflows, and discovering innovative ways to streamline both her business and the reporting process. What began as a necessity quickly became a passion.
Today, Jessica enjoys sharing the practical knowledge and solutions she has discovered with fellow court reporters and legal professionals. She believes technology should support court reporters — not overwhelm them — and is passionate about helping others find simple, effective ways to streamline their workflow, reduce stress, and reclaim valuable time. Her goal is to help others spend less time managing the mechanics of the job and more time focusing on their careers, their families, and the things that matter most.
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