Southern American English Voice Recorder

About OpenTrain

OpenTrain is the #1 platform for building careers in AI training and data labeling. We connect skilled freelancers with paid projects that help shape how modern AI systems speak, read, and understand language. Creating an OpenTrain account is free.

Why AI voice training matters

AI text-to-speech and speech models learn from many real human voices and speaking styles. Contributors provide the natural, varied recordings that let these systems sound clear, expressive, and trustworthy.

Work in AI training is remote, flexible, and accessible: you can build a freelance career doing part-time recording, directly influence how voice systems behave, and gain experience that's in growing demand.

The role

OpenTrain AI is recruiting a Southern American English Voice Recorder to create high-quality audio for text-to-speech and speech model training. This is a part-time contractor role aimed at native Southern American English speakers currently located in the United States.

• Compensation: $50.00 USD per hour.
• Time commitment: 20+ hours per week.
• Employment type: Contractor, Part-time.
• Data type: Audio; label type: Audio recording.

What you'll do

You will record clear, natural, and expressive speech from provided scripts. Sessions include conversational, narrative, and instructional styles and may request alternate takes for different emotions, emphasis, or pacing.

• Deliver consistent Southern American English vocal performance across sessions.
• Follow detailed recording guidelines for environment, microphone setup, and file formatting.
• Produce multiple takes when requested to capture variations in style, tone, or emotion.
• Maintain strong diction, intonation, and emotional range while following scripts precisely.

Requirements

Candidates must meet all core requirements listed below. We will only consider applicants who are native Southern American English speakers currently located in the United States and who can reliably record high-quality audio.

• Native Southern American English accent and current United States location.
• Experience in voice acting, narration, dubbing, podcasting, or broadcasting.
• Professional or near-professional recording equipment and a quiet recording space.
• Strong intonation, diction, and the ability to deliver natural, expressive reads.
• Ability to follow scripts and recording instructions precisely.

Helpful background and how to apply

Helpful experience includes prior work on TTS, audiobooks, IVR systems, or AI voice datasets, and familiarity with audio tools like Audacity, Adobe Audition, or Reaper. These are nice-to-have but not strictly required if your recordings demonstrate the needed quality.

To apply, create a free OpenTrain account, complete your profile, and submit your application to this listing. Include a summary of your experience, details about your recording setup, and links to any previous voice work if available.

• Languages: English (US).
• Location: United States only.
• This opportunity is ideal for voice actors, narrators, podcasters, and broadcasters seeking steady part-time contract work in AI voice training.