Recording meeting minutes and notes. Drafting documents, reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other written material. Reformatting, converting, and merging documents to conform to company specifications. Transcribing handwritten documents and audio recordings to digital documents.Typists are responsible for typing documents and written materials for a range of companies. They use word processors to compile reports, record meeting minutes, and transcribe handwritten or audio material into digital form. They also proofread writing for errors, manage document filing systems, and assist with a variety of clerical duties.