Cantonese-Speaking Audio Transcription Expert

You will help prepare audio data used to train AI systems. The work focuses on accurate Cantonese and English transcription, regional language variation, and clear annotation of spoken content.

• Transcribe and annotate Cantonese and English audio recordings.
• Review automated transcripts and correct unclear or inaccurate content.
• Identify accents, regional Cantonese variations, contextual cues, and language nuances.
• Create clean, time-stamped transcripts in the required format.
• Work with project leads to resolve ambiguities and provide useful linguistic insights.
• Submit completed assignments according to project timelines and milestones.

What it pays and takes

This is a part-time contractor role for someone who can work independently on remote assignments. It is listed as entry level, but the role requires demonstrated professional audio transcription experience involving Cantonese and English content.

• Pay: $20-$35 per hour.
• Time: 20+ hours per week.
• Work type: Remote, part-time contractor work.
• Languages: Fluent Cantonese and English.
• Language skills: Strong understanding of regional Cantonese variations and the ability to type in both traditional and simplified Chinese.
• Experience: Professional audio transcription involving Cantonese and English content.
• Tools: Familiarity with transcription tools and audio playback software.
• Core requirements: Accuracy, attention to detail, linguistic sensitivity, clear communication, and reliable independent work.
• Helpful background: Reviewing or annotating language data for technology, media, or research projects. AI experience is not required.
• Open to candidates in: AE, AR, AT, BD, BE, BH, BR, CA, CH, CL, CO, DE, DK, DZ, EG, ES, ET, FR, GB, GH, GR, ID, IN, IT, JO, JP, KE, KG, KW, KZ.
• Open to candidates in: LB, LK, MA, MX, MY, NG, NL, OM, PE, PH, PK, PS, PT, QA, SA, SG, TH, TN, TW, US, UZ, VN, ZA.

How it works

Apply on OpenTrain with your resume, then complete the application on the hiring site.

About AI training work

AI training is the human work behind systems that understand speech and language. Contributors transcribe, label, and review examples so AI models can learn from accurate data, and experienced language specialists are paid for careful, reliable work.