Portuguese Language Expert - Remote

YO AI Labs; Rio de Janeiro; Remote; BRL 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

YO AI Labs in Rio de Janeiro seeks Portuguese Language Experts to support an AI training project focused on audio transcription and linguistic data. You will transcribe, review, and annotate audio content in Portuguese and occasionally English, following detailed guidelines to ensure high-quality data for AI model improvement.

No prior AI experience is required; strong attention to detail and reliable delivery are valued as you work with transcription tools and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Portuguese.
• Strong spoken and written Portuguese skills.
• Experience in audio transcription or related language-focused work.
• Proficiency in English for occasional English audio and project instructions.
• Familiarity with transcription tools and annotation practices.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and annotate audio recordings in Portuguese (and English when required).
• Review diverse audio samples including conversational and formal speech.
• Edit and validate transcripts for accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
• Identify and correct transcription errors, inconsistencies, and ambiguities.
• Follow project-specific transcription and annotation guidelines.
• Use transcription tools and platforms to complete and submit assignments.
• Provide linguistic and cultural insights to support AI model improvement.
• Maintain consistent quality across all deliverables.

Skills

Portuguese fluency

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Follow guidelines

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Deadline-oriented

Audio transcription experience

Job description

We are looking for Portuguese Language Experts to support an AI training project focused on audio transcription and linguistic data. The role involves transcribing, reviewing, and annotating audio content to help improve AI systems.

No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately transcribe and annotate audio recordings in Portuguese and, when required, English.
• Review diverse audio samples, including conversational and formal speech.
• Edit and validate transcripts for accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
• Identify and correct transcription errors, inconsistencies, and ambiguities.
• Follow project-specific transcription and annotation guidelines.
• Use transcription tools and platforms to complete and submit assignments.
• Provide linguistic and cultural insights to support AI model improvement.
• Maintain consistent quality across all deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Portuguese.
• Strong spoken and written Portuguese skills.
• Experience in audio transcription or related language-focused work.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in English for occasional English audio and project instructions.
• Familiarity with transcription tools and annotation practices.
• Ability to follow detailed guidelines and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience with AI training or linguistic data projects.
• Professional transcription experience or relevant portfolio.
• Understanding of transcription conventions and annotation standards.
• Ability to identify subtle linguistic and contextual differences.