A fast note taker is a person who is skilled in taking notes quickly and accurately. The job title for this type of person is 'Steno, ' which is an abbreviation for stenographer, a person who specializes in taking dictation and transcribing it into written form. Stenographers are often used in courtrooms to record proceedings, or in business settings to take notes during meetings. They must be able to write quickly and accurately, and have a good understanding of grammar and spelling.