Thriveth

The AI job market, made clearer

Find work worth
your expertise.

Back to all jobs
Posted 23 Sept 2026

Audio Transcription Specialist

We're looking for Audio Transcription Specialists to convert real-world audio recordings into accurate written text — work that directly trains AI systems to better recognize, interpret, and respond to the way people actually talk.

Canada$40–$120 per hour
Hiring companyAlignerr
Application processN/ANo approved reviews yet
Work experienceN/A1 of 3 reviews needed

About the role

What if your sharp ears and attention to detail could help shape the future of how AI understands human speech?

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role open to anyone with strong listening skills and a careful 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 the structure of meaningful, task-based work.
  • Contribute to AI development that has a tangible impact on how technology understands human communication.
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch.

Responsibilities

  • Transcribe audio recordings into accurate written text following clear, structured guidelines.
  • Handle a variety of speakers, accents, speeds, and audio quality levels.
  • Apply consistent formatting, punctuation, and style rules across all transcriptions.
  • Flag unclear or inaudible segments and note speaker changes where relevant.
  • Meet quality and turnaround targets for each assigned batch.
  • Work independently and asynchronously on your own schedule.

Required skills

  • A strong, attentive listener with a sharp ear for detail.
  • Accurate and reasonably fast typist.
  • Patient and methodical when working through challenging audio — accents, background noise, overlapping speech.
  • Comfortable following detailed written guidelines and applying them consistently.
  • Self-motivated and reliable when working independently.

Preferred skills

  • Prior experience with transcription tools or platforms.
  • Familiarity with a range of English accents or dialects.
  • Background in journalism, captioning, or content production.

Experience and education

  • No professional transcription or AI experience required.

Schedule details

10–40 hours per week.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Eligible countries: Canada

Compensation details

$40–$120 per hour.

More about the hiring companyAlignerr
Find AI-training work. Know what to expect.

Thriveth makes AI data-training work easier to find, understand, and navigate. We replace uncertainty with clear opportunities, realistic expectations, and insights from real application journeys.