German Audio Transcriptionist in Vienna

About OpenTrain

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About AI Training Work

AI training is the human side of building artificial intelligence. Contributors prepare and review examples, including transcriptions and speech data, so AI systems can better understand real-world language and audio.

• Work remotely with a computer and an internet connection
• Choose flexible, part-time work that can fit around other commitments
• Help improve how AI systems understand spoken German
• Build practical experience in a fast-growing technology field

The Role

OpenTrain is seeking a German Audio Transcriptionist to create accurate transcriptions of German-language recordings for AI training. This fully remote contract role is based in Vienna, Austria, and is suitable for entry-level applicants with excellent listening and written German skills.

The work is task-based and asynchronous, allowing you to work independently at your own pace while maintaining consistent quality across large volumes of audio.

• Employment type: Part-time contractor
• Location: Vienna, Austria; remote work
• Time requirement: 20+ hours per week
• Experience level: Entry level
• Pay: $10 to $35 USD per hour
• Language: German

What You’ll Do

You will turn spoken German into precise written records while applying detailed transcription conventions. Recordings may include difficult listening conditions, multiple speakers, and non-verbal elements that must be captured consistently.

• Listen to German-language audio and produce precise verbatim transcriptions
• Parse recordings with crosstalk, background noise, and simultaneous speakers
• Identify and distinguish different speakers throughout each recording
• Follow detailed style and formatting guidelines
• Apply conventions for non-verbal sounds and incomplete utterances
• Maintain high accuracy across large volumes of audio
• Complete assignments independently and asynchronously

Requirements

You do not need prior AI experience. Success in this role depends on strong German language ability, careful listening, patience, and the discipline to apply detailed rules consistently.

• Native or near-native fluency in German; Austrian German speakers are especially welcome
• Exceptional listening skills for difficult or noisy audio
• Strong written German, including spelling, punctuation, and grammar
• Ability to follow style guides and formatting rules consistently
• A methodical, detail-oriented approach to repetitive tasks
• Self-motivation and reliability when working without direct supervision
• Comfort using web-based tools and platforms

Helpful Additional Experience

The following background is welcome but not required. Experience with spoken-language work or transcription tools may help you handle varied recordings and specialized conventions.

• Professional transcription, court reporting, or stenography experience
• Subtitling, closed-captioning, or media post-production experience
• Linguistics training or academic study of the German language
• Experience with annotation platforms or data-labeling workflows
• Familiarity with transcription software or audio editing tools
• Awareness of Austrian German idioms, colloquialisms, and regional dialect patterns

Why Join OpenTrain

This role lets you contribute directly to AI development while strengthening your transcription and language skills. OpenTrain provides a structured way to take on meaningful task-based work with the flexibility of an independent contract.

• Work remotely and choose when and where you work
• Support technology that is learning to understand spoken German
• Develop transcription and linguistic skills using real-world audio
• Work independently on flexible assignments
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch