We are building a team of Chichewa language specialists to support a multilingual speech-to-text project focused on African languages.You will work with existing Chichewa audio recordings (no recording needed), helping to create high-quality, accurate transcripts that support advanced language technology development.

Why Collaborate with Lilt?

• Your schedule, your rules. As an independent contractor, work when you want, as much or as little as you want. No fixed hours, no check-ins, no micromanaging.

• Get paid quickly and fairly. We respect your time and your expertise. Competitive rates, prompt payments, no chasing invoices.

• Work on projects that actually matter. Contribute to cutting-edge AI and language technology that is shaping how humans and machines communicate.

• Be part of something bigger. Join a global community of linguists, subject matter experts, and language professionals who are advancing human knowledge together.

• Grow without limits. As a Lilt contractor you get access to diverse, innovative projects that expand your portfolio and sharpen your skills across industries and domains.

• Have fun doing what you love. Bring your language skills to life on projects that are as interesting as they are impactful.
  

What to Consider Before Applying

• Not ideal as a full time job or primary income source. Work availability fluctuates with project demand, making this better suited as a supplemental income stream. As a 1099 contractor, you won't receive benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, or retirement contributions, and hours are not guaranteed.

• Requires reliable availability and commitment. Once you accept a task, we expect quality work and on-time delivery. Most tasks require a minimum of 2 hours per day or 10 hours per week. If your schedule is unpredictable, this may not be the right fit.

• Geographic restrictions may apply. We cannot engage contractors in regions subject to international embargo or sanctions. As a 1099 contractor, you are solely responsible for your own tax obligations. We recommend consulting a tax professional before engaging.
  

You may contribute to one or more of the following workflows:

1. PII Tagging.

• Identify and tag personal information (PII) in audio content.

• Mark background sounds and non-speech events according to the provided guidelines.

1. Transcription (Chichewa).

• Review and correct automatically generated transcripts against the audio.

• Ensure high fidelity to spoken content, including noises, cross talk, etc., while following the provided annotation guidelines.

1. Transcription QC.

• Review finished transcripts for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to guidelines.

• Correct errors and provide structured feedback on linguistic issues where needed.

• Strong listening skills and close attention to detail.

• Prior experience with spoken language transcription or linguistic annotation is a strong advantage.

• A background in linguistics, language studies, or translation is a plus.

• Good-quality headphones and a quiet place to work.

• Availability for around 20–30 hours per week over the 2–3 month project period.

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Eligible countries: Malawi