East & Southeast Asian languages jobs

Role overview

Turn spoken Cantonese into clean, accurate text that speech AI can learn from. You will transcribe new recordings and correct machine-made drafts so every word, speaker and pause is right.

Key responsibilities

• Transcribe Cantonese audio (and video where needed) word for word using the project style guide
• Correct errors in machine-generated or earlier human transcripts
• Mark speakers, unclear passages, noise and unusable clips
• Add short notes on dialect, accent or context when asked

Ideal qualifications

• Native or professional-level Cantonese, with good written English for instructions
• Sharp listening across accents and dialects
• High accuracy on repetitive, detail-heavy work
• Prior transcription, subtitling or language QA experience is a plus

Compensation and contract terms

• $20 – $35 / hour. Paid weekly in USD. Typical rate $20–$35 per hour, confirmed after a short paid assessment.
• Hourly contract. You are engaged as an independent contractor.
• Remote. Flexible, part-time (10–40 hrs/week), on your own schedule.
• Paid weekly in USD for approved work.
• Projects can be extended, shortened or ended early depending on project needs and quality.

Application process

1. ApplyCreate a free profile and upload your CV.
2. InterviewAbout 20 minutes. You need a laptop or desktop with a camera and microphone.
3. ID and credential checkWe verify your identity and the qualifications the role needs.
4. Matched to projectsOnce verified, you are invited to paid projects that fit your skills.

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