Find out everything you need to know about becoming a Data Capturer.
Job Title: Data Capturer
Description
Data Capturers enter data into computer files via keyboards. The data may or may not be in a coded form. Data is then reviewed for accuracy and corrections are made. Data Capturers may also type up computer programmes and set up instructions or programmes for the computer to follow. They may also need to make margin changes, line adjustments and other routine typing decisions.
Typical Job Activities
Enter number data, codes and text from original material into the computer for storage
Receive invoices, forms, records and other documents for data capturing
Import and export data between different databases
Operate bookkeeping and calculating equipment
Check accuracy of data and correct incorrect data when required
Related Occupations
Office Supervisor
Receptionist
Educational Requirements
Which qualifications do I need to do this job?
A Data Capturer needs to have good typing skills. You can either learn to type at school, teach yourself or go to a college to learn.
Check what courses your local college or institution offers. You might even consider studying a secretarial type course. The more skills you have, the more employable you are.
Compulsory subjects: Computer Applications
Recommended subjects: Information Technology
What natural skills and/or aptitudes do I need for this occupation?
Accurate, alert and attentive
Good typing skills and finger dexterity
Good eye-hand coordination
Ability to concentrate for long periods
Good eye for detail
Orderly thinker and worker
Employment Opportunities
High
Market Competitiveness
High
Income Potential
Moderate
Self Employment Opportunities
Low
International Employment Market Opportunities
Low
Possible Employers
Businesses
Industry
Educational and health care institutions
Government departments
Market research organizations
Temp employment agencies
Self-employment, as a freelance data capturer or through a temp agency
Related Bodies
Chartered Institute of Administration
Institute of Professional Managers and Administrators
Working conditions
Usually working with modern equipment and in pleasant surroundings
Sometimes working with interesting data
Being part of a team
Repetitive nature of work
Having to work overtime or meet deadlines
Working under pressure
Career Progress and Path
Further Studies in the specific career field
Further studies in related fields
Further on-the-job training
Work performance
Experience in related fields
General management studies
Possible Career Paths
Management positions in the specific field
General business management
Executive positions
Freelance
Own business
Researcher/lecturer with colleges or universities
Employment Stability
Highly stable
I should consider this career if I want:
a job in government
job in private companies
do freelance work
a stable job
to become a manager
to work with technology
to work with languages
to work with people
to not have to study theories
to focus on a specific field
to work fixed hours
