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Posted 23 Sept 2026

Audio Transcription Specialist

We're looking for Audio Transcription Specialists to convert spoken audio into accurate written text — data that directly trains AI systems to better understand how humans communicate.

Mexico$40–$120 per hour
Hiring companyAlignerr
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About the role

What if your ability to truly listen could shape the future of artificial intelligence?

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role open to anyone with strong listening skills and a sharp eye for detail. No professional transcription experience required.

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs.
  • Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you.
  • Freelance autonomy with meaningful, task-based work that has real impact.
  • Contribute to AI development that improves how technology understands human voices.
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extensions as new audio projects launch.

Responsibilities

  • Transcribe audio recordings into accurate, well-formatted written text following clear guidelines.
  • Handle a variety of audio types — different accents, speaking speeds, and recording qualities.
  • Apply consistent formatting, punctuation, and speaker-labeling conventions.
  • Flag unclear or inaudible segments and note speaker changes where relevant.
  • Meet quality and turnaround targets for each assigned batch of audio.
  • Work independently and asynchronously on your own schedule.

Required skills

  • A strong, focused listener who catches nuance and detail in spoken language.
  • Comfortable typing accurately at a reasonable pace.
  • Able to follow detailed style and formatting guidelines consistently.
  • Self-motivated and reliable when working independently.

Preferred skills

  • Previous experience with transcription tools or audio software.
  • Familiarity with different English accents or multilingual audio.
  • Background in journalism, linguistics, media production, or accessibility work.

Experience and education

  • Patient and methodical when working through challenging audio (accents, background noise, overlapping speakers).
  • No prior transcription or AI experience required.

Schedule details

10–40 hours per week.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Eligible countries: Mexico

Compensation details

$40–$120 per hour.

More about the hiring companyAlignerr
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